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About Amberwood
At Amberwood, we believe aged care should feel like home — warm, welcoming and connected to the community around you.
Our friendly, approachable team go out of their way to ensure every resident feels comfortable, respected and truly cared for.
With a choice of standard and premium rooms, we offer flexible options to suit a range of needs and budgets, without compromising on quality or comfort.
We provide Rest Home, Hospital, Palliative, Respite care and Day Care, delivering professional support alongside genuine companionship. With no set visiting hours, loved ones are always welcome.
Conveniently located near the Northwestern Motorway, with Westgate and Northwest Shopping Centres close by and a beautiful local park perfect for a relaxing stroll, Amberwood makes it easy to stay connected, active and engaged.
- Person Centred Care
- Homely
- Comprehensive care service
Why choose Amberwood
Person Centred Care
Everyone Welcome
Accessible Management
Care Offering
Amberwood provides a range of care offerings and services. If you are unsure which type of care is right for you or your loved one or would like to learn more about key terms and concepts, explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
Rest Home
Available
Hospital
Available
Respite
Enquire
Palliative
Enquire
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- ACC Rehabilitation
- Spinal Injuries Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
3 Mar 2026
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Accommodation Options
- Standard rooms
- Premium rooms
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $10 up to $20 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability
Yes we have availability
We currently have lovely 'standard' rooms available with no premium charges for the room.
Updated:
3 Mar 2026
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $20 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
At Amberwood we offer flexible short-term care options to support both residents and their families. This includes respite care for those needing temporary support, carer support service to give families caregivers a break and day stay care, where seniors can enjoy social activities, meals and professional supervision for part of the day. These services provide peace of mind, helping families maintain balance while ensuring loved ones receive quality care in a safe , welcoming environment .
We provide palliative care for residents with life limiting conditions. Our dedicated team focuses on comfort, dignity and quality of life, offering comprehensive symptom management, emotional support and compassionate end of life care . We work with Hospice and families to ensure their loved ones are supported physically, emotionally and spiritually, creating a calm and caring environment during their important time
Accommodation Options
You can be sure that you will receive high quality care regardless of the room type you choose. All rooms at Amberwood are of a certified standard, guaranteed by rigorous audits. For more information on room types explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
We offer a standard room designed to meet the essential needs of residents without extra charges. A standard room provides single private living space with a hospital style bed, wardrobe , heating, wash basin, chair and some personal furniture giving residents both privacy and a sense of their own space. For safety and convenience rooms are fitted with a call bell system for immediate assistance along with power outlets and Tv port for entertainment set up. These rooms are part of the base rate and do not include additional premium features like ensuites. While simple in layout, standard rooms still allow you to personalise the space with your own belongings so it feels familiar and homely and they're supported by the facilities overall care environment, including 24/7 nursing support and easy access to communal areas and activities .
- Private single room
- Basic practical amenities
- Homely
The premium rooms are similar to standard rooms but depending on the room you choose, features may include ensuite or jack and jill bathroom.
- Ensuite or shared bathroom
Care Features & Services
Residents at Amberwood have access to care, services, and activities that promote wellbeing, this is underpinned by our trust and reputation. Explore our offerings below, for more information on care homes and what they offer explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
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Registered Nurse
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker (on site)
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
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Languages Spoken
Chinese
Chinese dialect
English
Fijian Indian
Filipino
Hindi
Korean
Niuean
Rarotongan
Samoan
Tongan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Denominations/Faiths represented
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Lounges/seating areas
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Whānau Room
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Police checked
Other Key Information
It's not unusual to want to know more about payments and meals. We also invite you to explore the special features and activities we offer. If you have any other questions, please reach out, we’d love to hear from you!
What's included in your fees and what's not?
Additional Costs beyond the standard care fees - include
one off clothes labelling, routine podiatry service unless the resident has diabetes, in which case podiatry is usually covered, some van outings or special trips, hairdresser service and premium rooms.
Some ambulance trips - discuss with clinical manager
Details about meals
All meals are cooked fresh on site, offering residents warm, homely food prepared in the facilities own kitchen. The menu is designed by a dietician to be nutritious and balanced, with special meal provided to meet individual needs including modified textures and medical and cultural requirements. A second meal option is always available and it is vegetarian, ensuring choice at every main meal . Residents enjoy freshly baked morning and afternoon tea, along with weekly highlights such as traditional Sunday roast and Wednesday carvery creating a welcoming family style dining experience. The home also celebrates special events and themed occasions. For added comfort and flexibility meals can be severed in the residents room. A coffee machine is available 24/7 for residents and visitors to enjoy any time .
Special features
We have two large lounges , a whanau room and outdoor areas for residents and families to enjoy
Interests & activities
Activity programme 6 days a week, Craft, Entertainment, Exercises, Happy Hour, Indoor Games, Library, Movies, Newspaper reading, Outings, Shopping, Singing, Pet out reach , visiting Kindy and primary schools , Church , concerts, Library visits .
Location
499 Don Buck Road, Massey, Auckland 0614Public Transport
0.10 km
Bus stops right outside the door.
Shops
1.50 km
West Gate Shopping Centre - approx 15 mins to walk.
Mall
2.00 km
NorthWest Mall (approx 5mins by car) Westfield, Henderson Mall (approx 10mins by car)
Parks
0.10 km
We back onto a lovely park. Royal Part
Library
1.50 km
About 5 mins walk
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Eldernet Knowledge Lab
The Eldernet Group is here to support older New Zealanders and their whānau with trusted, independent information to help them make informed decisions. Visit our Knowledge Lab, to find expert insights on care, finances, support options and more.
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