Palm Grove Rest Home and Village
At a glance

- Vacancy
- Yes
- Care Suite Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Palm Grove Rest Home and Village
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 108 Marshland Road
Shirley
Christchurch 8061 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Belinda Rendell - 021 972569
- Owner
- Oceania Healthcare - 0800 333 688
Other services
Palm Grove offers a choice of premium care rooms and stunning recently refurbished Care Suites, so no matter your needs or budget, there are plenty of options.
We have the best of both worlds, being close to shops and motorways but nestled in a peaceful spot away from the main road. From the staff who greet you in the hallways, to the fresh and inviting living spaces, at Palm Grove you’ll feel right at home. There’s always something happening in our main lounge - find a friend to chat to or join in the day’s events. If it’s peace and quiet you crave, relax in the beautifully manicured gardens, or settle in a comfy chair in one of our many cosy nooks.
We don’t have visiting hours at Palm Grove because we know it’s important you stay connected to your community. This is your home, so friends and family can join you anytime for a cuppa and catch up. We’re close to several main roads, so it’s a breeze for visitors to pop in, or get you out and about to local shops and cafes. We are super close to Home Base (shopping precinct that has Bunnings, Coffee Culture, Couplands, and much more) on Marshland Road which is opening mid 2025.
Hop in the village van for a jaunt, you’ll never know where it will take you next. A scenic drive to Lyttleton or hot chips at the beach, there’s an exciting new destination each week. Or if it’s music you’re in to, enjoy your own personalised playlist with I Love Music. Join in the fun with furry visitors, or take part in competitive games, theme days and Happy Hour, there’s something for everyone no matter what you’re interested in.
Tender Sunday roasts, hot fish and chips and scrummy homemade puddings… there’s a reason why the dining room is full before dinner! All of the above are regular features on our menu, which is packed with tasty family favourites you’d make at home. You’ll be sure to want second helpings!
Oceania is a leading provider of premium healthcare services in New Zealand. With over 40 locations across the country, we’ve been part of local communities for over 50 years. We’re recognised as industry leaders in care, winning awards for innovation, food, staff training and community engagement.
When it comes to your care, you know what you do and don’t like – and we want to know your preferences too. Because everyone is different, all of our residents get a personalised care plan, so from meals to medications; everything that’s important to you is covered.
We have the best of both worlds, being close to shops and motorways but nestled in a peaceful spot away from the main road. From the staff who greet you in the hallways, to the fresh and inviting living spaces, at Palm Grove you’ll feel right at home. There’s always something happening in our main lounge - find a friend to chat to or join in the day’s events. If it’s peace and quiet you crave, relax in the beautifully manicured gardens, or settle in a comfy chair in one of our many cosy nooks.
We don’t have visiting hours at Palm Grove because we know it’s important you stay connected to your community. This is your home, so friends and family can join you anytime for a cuppa and catch up. We’re close to several main roads, so it’s a breeze for visitors to pop in, or get you out and about to local shops and cafes. We are super close to Home Base (shopping precinct that has Bunnings, Coffee Culture, Couplands, and much more) on Marshland Road which is opening mid 2025.
Hop in the village van for a jaunt, you’ll never know where it will take you next. A scenic drive to Lyttleton or hot chips at the beach, there’s an exciting new destination each week. Or if it’s music you’re in to, enjoy your own personalised playlist with I Love Music. Join in the fun with furry visitors, or take part in competitive games, theme days and Happy Hour, there’s something for everyone no matter what you’re interested in.
Tender Sunday roasts, hot fish and chips and scrummy homemade puddings… there’s a reason why the dining room is full before dinner! All of the above are regular features on our menu, which is packed with tasty family favourites you’d make at home. You’ll be sure to want second helpings!
Oceania is a leading provider of premium healthcare services in New Zealand. With over 40 locations across the country, we’ve been part of local communities for over 50 years. We’re recognised as industry leaders in care, winning awards for innovation, food, staff training and community engagement.
When it comes to your care, you know what you do and don’t like – and we want to know your preferences too. Because everyone is different, all of our residents get a personalised care plan, so from meals to medications; everything that’s important to you is covered.
Service/Facility Details
Detail | Status |
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Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | Some rooms. An ORA (Occupation Right Agreement) means you have to 'pay' a capital amount to live here. It's a retirement village type of purchase. |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 22 |
Vacancy | Yes |
Palm Grove have a dedicated team of professional staff who all work to a very high standard of care. We welcome inquiries and we are happy to help people through the transition into care. | |
Impending vacancy | No |
Short stay considered | Yes |
Premium Accommodation Charges | Yes from $35.00/day up to $71.00/day as at 13 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 | Please enquire |
Updated: 13 Jun 2025 |
Care Suite Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 40 |
Care Suite Vacancy | Yes |
These are lovely rooms which give extra space for residents and look out to our pretty gardens. | |
Care Suite Impending vacancy | No - Large and small Care Suites |
Care Suite Short stay considered | No |
MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
Updated: 13 Jun 2025 |
Personnel
Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
---|---|---|---|
Registered Nurse | 24/7 | Yes | We have a registered nurse on duty 24 hours per day |
Nurse Practitioner | Yes | ||
Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
Physiotherapist | Yes | Physio Assistant employed 20 hours per week, and weekly visit from Registered Physio. | |
Diversional Therapist | Yes | Lynley, Lisa and Rachel are our Diversional therapists. These staff offer a varied programme of activities for all our residents. | |
Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | . | |
Hairdresser | Yes | On site 2 days per week. Toni & Tracey, our hairdressers, are popular people to visit on Tuesdays & Thursdays. | |
Podiatrist | Yes | Visits monthly - appointments booked via the RN on the floor in each wing. | |
Dietitian | Yes | All menus planned by our dietitian and prepared onsite by our Cooks. Our Oceania dietician manages the setting of the menu for winter and summer seasons. | |
Accredited Visitors | Yes | Therapy dogs visit on a 6 weekly basis. | |
Kaumatua | Negotiable | ||
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We can access a Minister or Priest as required by residents. There is a regular church service at the facility. | |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Oxygen Management | Yes | |
Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | |
End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | |
Wound Care | Yes | All of our Registered Nurses regularly update their wound care skills |
Diabetic Care | Yes | |
Continence Advice | Yes | |
ACC Rehabilitation | Yes | |
Infection Control | Yes | |
Updated: 26 May 2025 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Respite | Yes | We offer respite care and have one dedicated room that can be booked for respite. We prefer bookings to be 2-weeks or longer. Residents who come in for respite care need to be at Rest home or Hospital level care and this is assessed through Older Persons' Health Burwood Hospital. |
Subsidised | Yes | |
Private Paying | Yes | |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Respite care can be booked well in advance to the required date. Contact Anna Robinson, Clinical Manager at 375 7033 or 03 375 7144. |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Features
Feature | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage you to bring your treasures from home |
Single Rooms | Yes | All rooms are generous in size with their own en-suite |
Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We do have a small number of couple's room. As at May 2025 we have none available for occupancy. |
Ensuite | Yes | All our rooms are ensuited. |
Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | By negotiation with the Business and Care Manager |
Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Ability to have your own phone - you need to liaise with your provider and will pay for the service. |
Wifi | Yes | |
Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Some rooms have heat pump that allows the resident to control the temperature. If no heat pump, then room has underfloor heating with individual thermostats but are not adjustable in own rooms. |
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
Cafe | No | We do have a Coffee Nook with a coffee machine that residents and visitors are able to enjoy a cafe style coffee or hot chocolate. |
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
Palliative Care Contract | Yes | |
Outings | Yes | We have an extensive activities calendar, providing lots of variety for the residents. |
Whānau Room | Yes | |
Residents Committee | No | Our residents prefer to discuss any issues they have directly with the Business and Care Manager, or at the monthly residents meeting. |
Newsletter | Yes | A newsletter is published 4 times per year |
Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
Rural Setting | No | Located 800m from The Palms Shopping Centre and 500m from Home Base on Marshland Road. |
Smokers Room | No | We do not have any facilities for smokers |
Smoking Permitted | Yes | |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Interests & Activities
Activity programme, Art, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Cards, Church, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Happy Hour, Housie, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Parties, Pastoral care, Quizzes, Reading, Roses, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV, Theatre, Videos, Garden, Canine friends, Cooking, Indoor Games, , Petanque, Pool table |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Additional Information
Topic | Details | |
---|---|---|
What's included in your fees and what's not | Please telephone for information regarding fees | |
Staffing qualifications and details | Dedicated team of qualified Registered Nurses experienced in aged and palliative care. | |
Details about meals | We have a winter and summer menu and are very flexible to individual dietary requirements. | |
Recreational opportunities | Diverse recreational programme available including exercises, Housie, weekly entertainers at Friday get-togethers, guest speakers, knit and natter - don't have to knit and can just natter!, Men's group. | |
Internet access | Guest wifi is available. | |
Transport | Van for outings | |
Associated Complexes | Oceania Healthcare has 4 facilities in Christchurch - The Bellevue (Papanui), Addington Gardens (Addington), Palm Grove (Shirley), and The Oaks (Church Corner, Upper Riccarton) | |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Languages Spoken
Language | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
English | Yes | |
Fijian Indian | Yes | |
Filipino | Yes | |
Hindi | Yes | |
Interpreter | Yes | On request |
Māori - Te Reo | No | No fluent speakers of te reo - however staff have training in Te Triti o Waitangi. |
Nepali | Yes | |
Punjabi | Yes | |
Rumanian | Yes | |
Updated: 21 May 2025 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Anglican | Yes | |
Christian | Yes | |
Roman Catholic | Yes | |
Salvation Army | Yes | |
Updated: 26 May 2025 |
Distances
Location | Distance | Details |
---|---|---|
Public Transport | 0.10 Km | Bus stop at gate |
Shops | 0.20 Km | Dairy, Restaurant, Liquorland, Hotel and Bars |
Mall | 0.90 Km | The Palms Shopping Centre |
Parks | 1.50 Km | Burwood Park |
Library | 0.90 Km | Shirley Library |
Updated: 26 May 2025 |
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Care Association New Zealand | Yes | |
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date) | Yes | 23/06/2027 |
Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | Fully paid up members, accredited for 3 years |
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Updated: 26 May 2025 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.