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About Alexandra Rest Home
Alexandra Rest Home is a cozy and comfortable retirement home located in the heart of Wellington. It offers a homely atmosphere for its residents, with beautifully decorated rooms and various activities to keep them entertained. The staff is attentive and caring, providing personalized care and support. With its welcoming atmosphere and warm hospitality, Alexandra Rest Home is the perfect place for seniors to enjoy their retirement in peace and comfort.
We are pleased to announce that Alexandra has recently changed ownership. The new owner and manager are making positive changes, such as renovating bedrooms and common areas. Putting TVs in every bedroom and many other little things.
Alexandra Rest Home is close to all health services, a short distance from; Wellington, Wakefield and Southern Cross Hospitals.
For those more mobile residents, Alexandra is a short 5-minute walk from Newtown and has a bus stop at the door. Alexandra Rest Home residents are offered care, security, privacy, respect, companionship and fun.
The management and staff are committed to new challenges that extend the boundaries of care. Join our family today.
Alexandra Rest Home facilities include:
45 resident rooms (all single, with a mix of ensuite and shared services)
Main lounge area for activities
Second TV lounge
Dining room
Conservatory
Courtyard and other garden areas
Our vision is to help our residents make the most of every day.
We do this by:
Having high performing, engaged and educated staff
Creating a safe and secure environment for our residents
Living a culture of continuous improvement
Providing homely and well-maintained facilities
Sharing pride and enjoyment of our work and each other
Care Offering
Alexandra Rest Home 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.
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Areas of Expertise
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
Availability
We welcome enquiries
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $15 up to $20 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Alexandra Rest Home 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
Physiotherapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
Cook Island Maori
English
Fijian
Fijian Indian
Filipino
Greek
Hindi
Interpreter
Māori - Te Reo
Samoan
Sri Lankan
Tongan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Christian
Inter denominational
Roman Catholic
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Shared Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Pets In Residence
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet
Phone Access In Own Room
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
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
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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Other details
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?
Please see us for more information.
Details about meals
Cooked on site
Special features
Alexandra Home is located close to a bus stop Wellington hospital and other services.
We offer an lovely outdoor seating area with a BBQ which we enjoy.
Our home is culturally diverse and we offer a translation service.
We have tasty meals cooked on site and also offer a mobile shop.
Here at Alexandra we have lots of parties and special events.
Interests & activities
Activity programme, Age Concern, Aromatherapy, BBQ, Big print books, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Entertainers, Entertainment, Games, Garden, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Videos, Library, Advocate, Housie, Alzheimer's Society, Care and Craft, Dancing, Exercises, Indoor Games, Pianist, Sky TV
Location
71 Rintoul Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021Public Transport
Bus stops outside home
Shops
Newtown shops 5 minutes walk
Mall
Newtown mall 5 minutes walk
Parks
Newtown Park 20 minute walk
Library
Newtown 10 minutes 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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