Kandahar Home
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Kandahar Home
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 8 Roberts Road / 2 Colombo Road
Landsdowne
Masterton 5810 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Wairarapa
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- David Bradley - 06 370 0447
- Owner
- Presbyterian Support Central - 04 439 4900
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 Kandahar Home and Kandahar Court
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Enliven’s Kandahar Home is homely and welcoming; residents enjoy the engaging atmosphere and spacious grounds. Situated in the Masterton suburb of Lansdowne, this character home is close to town yet has a relaxing semi-rural outlook.
Kandahar Home offers rest home and hospital care, as well as health recovery, and an engaging day programme. While Kandahar Home is able to support people with memory loss and early dementia symptoms, our sister site, Kandahar Court, offers specialist dementia care in a secure environment.
At Enliven, we create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive regardless of their age or ability. As well as providing day-to-day support and clinical care, we take into account the physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs of each person we support.
Our elder-directed philosophy means we put residents at the heart of everything we do. When you or your loved one moves into an Enliven home, you’re joining a unique and special community. This means we work to ensure the elders of Kandahar Home have companionship, variety and spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity, and purpose in their lives. It ensures that elders are involved in decisions that relate to both their personal wellbeing and what happens at their home.
Our staff are not only highly trained, they’re also friendly, caring and embrace our elder-directed philosophy of care. Our nurses are on-duty 24-hours-a-day and the doctor also visits regularly. We are in regular contact with residents to ensure all clinical needs are met.
As an Enliven home, we’re proud to be more than just ‘family friendly’. At Kandahar Home, your family is part of our family, which means you’ll find there are no set visiting times. After all, family, friends, and the community play a big part in life here.
Kandahar Home offers rest home and hospital care, as well as health recovery, and an engaging day programme. While Kandahar Home is able to support people with memory loss and early dementia symptoms, our sister site, Kandahar Court, offers specialist dementia care in a secure environment.
At Enliven, we create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive regardless of their age or ability. As well as providing day-to-day support and clinical care, we take into account the physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs of each person we support.
Our elder-directed philosophy means we put residents at the heart of everything we do. When you or your loved one moves into an Enliven home, you’re joining a unique and special community. This means we work to ensure the elders of Kandahar Home have companionship, variety and spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity, and purpose in their lives. It ensures that elders are involved in decisions that relate to both their personal wellbeing and what happens at their home.
Our staff are not only highly trained, they’re also friendly, caring and embrace our elder-directed philosophy of care. Our nurses are on-duty 24-hours-a-day and the doctor also visits regularly. We are in regular contact with residents to ensure all clinical needs are met.
As an Enliven home, we’re proud to be more than just ‘family friendly’. At Kandahar Home, your family is part of our family, which means you’ll find there are no set visiting times. After all, family, friends, and the community play a big part in life here.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 11 Nov 2022 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 30 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Demand for beds at Kandahar is high but we do have vacancies. We offer a no-obligation waiting list and recommend that interested parties register their details with us. | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $15.00/day up to $30.00/day as at 30 Jun 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Unknown |
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Updated: 2 Jul 2025 |
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Testimonials
| There are many reasons why people enjoy living at Enliven’s Kandahar Home. We asked some of the residents that live there what they like the most about their home. “It’s wonderful here. There’s no pressure; it has a relaxed atmosphere right through and the staff are wonderful. Everything is taken care of.” – Glennys, resident “This place is so homely - it doesn’t remind me of a rest home, and the staff are what makes it home here.” – Laurie, resident. “At Kandahar all my medical needs are taken care of and they don’t make me feel like a patient.” – Keith, resident. “There are activities happening every day and I’ve made a lot of friends – there are some real characters living here.” – Kath, resident. “There’s always someone to talk to so I never get lonely. I’ve got people around me all the time if I want, but I can be by myself when I want as well.” – Barbara, resident. “Kandahar is in town but it’s a rural area. I can still see the horses in the paddock next door when I look out my window. It’s home here.” – Hazel, resident. |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Registered Nurse on duty 24/7 | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | Enrolled Nurse on duty morning and afternoon shifts | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | We have a hairdressing salon and have more than one hairdresser who visit regularly so providing a choice for residents | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Visits regularly | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Where required, providing spiritual support to residents and relatives at times of need | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | The rooms can be furnished, but residents are invited to make the space their own. You can bring along your own familiar furniture and furnishings. Many residents bring along photos, artwork, ornaments, furniture and bed covers. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We welcome couples at Kandahar Home and Court, talk to us about the options available. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Most rooms are ensuite |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Some pets belong to the home and residents have chosen to look after them. Other pets have moved in with their owners. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We understand that pets are part of the family too. Talk to us about your pet moving into the home with you – pets are usually welcomed with open arms as long as they get on with other people and animals. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | At resident's own cost |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Residents enjoy the community feel, shared lounges, entertaining areas and gardens/courtyards. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | Usually at least two outings per week in our wheelchair friendly mini bus |
| Whānau Room | No | We make every effort to accommodate Whanau at times of need. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Close to town but set in well manicured grounds with animals in our paddocks over the fences |
| Smokers Room | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In smokers room |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Special Features
| Eden Alternative- a philosophy of care We have adopted the Eden Alternative at Kandahar, which means we work to create vibrant living and work environments for our residents. We encourage residents to maintain their own routines and continue with hobbies and interests. Residents' pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our Homes' everyday life. |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
Interests & Activities
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A highlight for many residents is the social life and companionship at Kandahar Home and Court. As well as enjoying the company of others at a similar stage of life, Kandahar Home and Court residents get involved in organising daily happenings and special events – making the most of the varied social calendar. We have a wide range of interest groups. Regular activities and events include sight-seeing trips, guest entertainers, craft, themed parties and gardening. Activity and interest groups and programmes are tailored to the interests of residents. This may include: Activity programme, Alzheimer's Society, Aromatherapy, Art, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Chapel, Children, Classical Music, Cooking, Concerts, Craft, Dancing, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Golden Oldies, Greypower, Happy Hour, Holidays, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Lotto, Mah Jong, Massage, Men, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Parties, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, Reflexology, Rotary, RSA, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV, Videos, Views |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
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| Details about meals | Each day we provide our residents their breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snacks. We’ll make sure you always have plenty of delicious food to enjoy. Our menus are co-designed by a dietician and chef to ensure there is plenty of diversity and that your meals are nutritious and satisfying, made right on-site. We encourage you to enjoy your meals in the dining room with your friends. Morning and afternoon tea is served around the home and snacks and fruit are always available in the dining room or kitchenettes. | |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| English | Yes | |
| Interpreter | No | Can be arranged if required |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Non denominational | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Kandahar welcomes people of all religious backgrounds and in addition to services within the home (usually a different denomination each week) assists residents in making their own arrangements for worship. We also have our own Chaplain |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.00 Km | Town bus stops at gate |
| Shops | 1.00 Km | Less than 1km |
| Parks | 1.00 Km | Less than 1km |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
| Spark of Life | Yes | |
| The Eden Alternative | Yes | Kandahar Home and Court have adopted the Eden Alternative. Working to create vibrant living for our residents. Pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our everyday life. |
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Updated: 10 Nov 2022 |
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