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Updated: 28 Aug 2026

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About Arvida St Albans

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Arvida St Albans is a warm and welcoming Christchurch community where residents are supported to live with comfort, dignity and purpose. Centrally located and close to local shops and amenities, St Albans offers a friendly environment where it's easy to stay connected to friends, family and the wider community.
Our care rooms and Care Suites provide a comfortable home for residents who need additional daily support. Rest home and hospital-level care are available, delivered by a dedicated team who take the time to understand each resident, their preferences and what matters most to them.

As part of Arvida's Living Well Communities, St Albans supports residents to live well through five key pillars: eating, moving, resting, thinking and engaging. These pillars shape daily life, helping residents stay active, connected and engaged in ways that are meaningful to them.

Life at St Albans is never one-size-fits-all. From personalised wellbeing plans to activities that reflect individual interests, residents are encouraged to continue enjoying the things that matter to them. Whether it's sharing a meal with friends, joining an activity or simply enjoying the reassurance of support being close at hand, this is a community where comfort and peace of mind come naturally.

Why choose Arvida St Albans

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Care Offering

Arvida St Albans 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.

Areas of Expertise
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • Infection Control
  • Surgical Followup
  • Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability

Yes we have availability

Care Suite Availability

Yes we have availability

Premium room charges do not apply to Care Apartments

Updated: 28 Aug 2026
Short Term / Respite

We are currently not accepting short stay admissions

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $40 up to $50 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Areas of Expertise
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability

Yes we have availability

Our hospital wing has been recently upgraded and refurbished. All rooms have new ensuites and are newly painted, have new carpet, and the atmosphere is light and airy. The vacant rooms offer a large bay window ideal for displaying your treasures and photographs, or a ranchslider bringing in all day sunshine.

Care Suite Availability

Yes we have availability

Premium room charges do not apply to Care Apartments

Updated: 28 Aug 2026
Short Term / Respite

We are currently not accepting short stay admissions

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $40 up to $50 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Care Features & Services

Residents at Arvida St Albans 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

Activities Co-ordinator

Dietitian

Accredited Visitors

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Languages Spoken

Burmese

English

Fijian Indian

German

Mandarin

Rumanian

Sri Lankan

Tagalog

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Anglican

Christian

Methodist

Presbyterian

Roman Catholic

Salvation Army

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May Bring Own Furniture

Single Rooms

Rooms suitable for a couple

Ensuite

Alcohol Permitted

Negotiate To Bring Own Pet

Wifi

Resident can adjust heating in own room

Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability

Lounges/seating areas

Cafe

LGBTQIA+ Friendly

Primary Health Funded Short Term Care

Provide End of Life/Palliative Care

Outings

Whānau Room

Residents Committee

Newsletter

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Police checked

Registered Retirement Village

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!

Interests & activities

Our Wellness Co-ordinator Lee co-ordinates a varied monthly calendar of activities e.g. art & crafts, board games, Church service, cooking & baking, dancing, entertainment, exercises, flower arranging, games, gardening, happy hour, housie, theme events, piano, quizzes, reading, guest speakers, shopping, sing-a-longs, Sky TV, men's group, indoor games e.g. bowls & golf, jigsaw puzzles, library, movies in house and out, music, newspaper readings, further outings e.g. lunches, afternoon teas, exhibitions, preschool, casino, & picnics.
Our activities program is flexible and residents have a lot of input into the happenings at St Albans!

Location

41 Caledonian Road, Saint Albans, Christchurch 8014

Public Transport

Bus stop 100m away

Shops

Edgeware shops 700m away

Mall

Merival Mall 1.6km away

Parks

Abberley Park 1km away

Library

We have a library on site

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Key Contacts

Manager

Vicky Knipe

Owner

Arvida Group Limited

Sales Manager

Ian Chamberlain

Clinical Manager

Theresa Santiago

Agent's Details

Ian Chamberlain

  • 41 Caledonian Road St Albans
  • Christchurch

Statutory Supervisor's Details

  • Covenant Trustee Services

Solicitor's Details

We use Anthony Harper, you choose your own solicitor

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