Bardowie Retirement Complex
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Bardowie Retirement Complex
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 283 Kennedy Rd
Onekawa
Napier 4110 - Postal Address
- 283 Kennedy Road
Onekawa
Napier 4110 - Region
- Hawke's Bay
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Molly Pillay
- Owner
- Experion Care
Other services
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Discover the Warmth of Home at Bardowie Retirement Home
Nestled in the heart of Napier, Hawke's Bay, our small retirement haven offers more than just a place to live—it’s a community where every resident feels valued and at home. Imagine starting your day with a freshly prepared home-cooked breakfast, sharing stories with friends over a lovingly made lunch, and ending your evenings with a comforting dinner that reminds you of family traditions.
At Bardowie, we pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that feels like a true extension of your own home. Our dedicated team is passionate about providing personalized care, engaging activities, and a warm, supportive environment that celebrates life’s simple joys. From community gatherings and social clubs to quiet moments in our cozy common areas, every day is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.
If you're looking for a peaceful retreat where the genuine care of staff meets the comfort of home-cooked meals and a tight-knit community, Bardowie Retirement Home is the place for you. Come join us, and experience firsthand the warmth and care that makes our home truly special.
Feel free to reach out for a personal tour and discover how our community nurtures independence, companionship, and the essence of home.
Nestled in the heart of Napier, Hawke's Bay, our small retirement haven offers more than just a place to live—it’s a community where every resident feels valued and at home. Imagine starting your day with a freshly prepared home-cooked breakfast, sharing stories with friends over a lovingly made lunch, and ending your evenings with a comforting dinner that reminds you of family traditions.
At Bardowie, we pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that feels like a true extension of your own home. Our dedicated team is passionate about providing personalized care, engaging activities, and a warm, supportive environment that celebrates life’s simple joys. From community gatherings and social clubs to quiet moments in our cozy common areas, every day is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.
If you're looking for a peaceful retreat where the genuine care of staff meets the comfort of home-cooked meals and a tight-knit community, Bardowie Retirement Home is the place for you. Come join us, and experience firsthand the warmth and care that makes our home truly special.
Feel free to reach out for a personal tour and discover how our community nurtures independence, companionship, and the essence of home.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 9 Sep 2014 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 20 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $10.00/day up to $25.00/day as at 09 Apr 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Yes |
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Updated: 11 Jul 2025 |
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Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 40 | Yes | Molly Pillay, Rhonda Ellis |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | 200 | Yes | There are caregivers on duty 24/7. There are on-call staff to assist as and when required and the RN can be contacted 24/7 if required. |
| Physiotherapist | 0.00 | No | Pysiotherapist is not contracted. We are happy to transport to physiotherapy. |
| Occupational Therapist | No | We have access to the occupational therapist at the district health board. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | 0.00 | No | We have access to all social workers at the district health board. |
| Diversional Therapist | 15 | Yes | Margaret is our Diversional Therapist. Who works during the weekdays. |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | 6 | Yes | We have a hairdresser available on Thursday's. The cost for this service is not covered by the resthome. |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a contracted Podiatrist who calls as and when required, once again though we do not cover the cost of this service. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our menus have been Dietician approved and are regularly reviewed. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Negotiable | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | Available upon request | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Available upon request | |
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Updated: 24 Feb 2025 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | When we have a room available we would welcome a respite enquiry. |
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Updated: 19 Mar 2013 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage residents to bring a favourite chair for instance, and certainly photos and any special art work. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | Four different room sizes. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | When this presents, we can accommodate couples if a suitable room is available, this can depend on availability. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All rooms have own toilet and wash/hand basin. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Pets are welcome visitors.. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Negotiable, we have a rest home cat and have in the past had a small dog. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Own account. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have under 65year olds with disabilities. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Two lounges, one dining room, courtyard, one sunroom, one conservatory. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Hospice NZ |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | Weekly 2 hour outings, sometimes more frequently. |
| Whānau Room | No | We can have a room available on request. |
| Residents Committee | No | Regular resident meetings that are conducted by an independent visitor, all may attend and have input however we don't have a Residents Committee as such. |
| Family Committee | No | We have never perceived a need, however we are open to suggestions. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Confused elderly are welcome provided there are no safety aspects at issue. |
| Smokers Room | Yes | Outside on deck. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Only outside on the deck. |
| Semi-Secure | No | We are not a "Dementia Unit" however we are secure and can offer that environment. |
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Updated: 21 Sep 2022 |
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Interests & Activities
| Visits from Age Concern, we participate in Alzheimer's Society fundraising, talking books from the Blind Foundation, Advocacy Service available, art and craft are part of our diversional therapy programe, cards sessions fortnightly, Communion and church services from several denominations, we are able to receive emails for residents, lots of entertainment from a great variety of entertainers, exercises (sport H.B. and Resthome Olympic participation), happy hour (once a month drinks, nibbles and entertainment provided), indoor games (indoor bowls), library (Books on Wheels available), foot massage available, videos available on request, music (regular pianist), newspaper reading of local newspaper, regular quizzes, regular outings. |
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Updated: 21 Sep 2022 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Hairdresser, podiatrist, Specialists, lawyers or accountants. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Team environment, handpicked, happy family atmosphere. | |
| Details about meals | Meals home cooked. Qualified cook, dietary compliant. All dietary needs catered for eg diabetic. | |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Other Information | Yes | Interpreter Service available. |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non denominational | Yes | All welcome. |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.50 Km | |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | |
| Mall | 3.00 Km | To Napier City |
| Parks | 1.50 Km | |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 1 Jul 2007 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.