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About Amberley Resthome & Retirement Studios
Our Mission
"Our mission is to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care that upholds the values of love, dignity, and service. We are committed to creating a warm, nurturing environment where residents flourish physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we deeply value their dedication and commitment. We strive to support their professional growth, well-being, and sense of purpose. By maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards, we cultivate a respectful, empowering, and uplifting community that enriches the lives of both residents and employees with kindness and integrity."
Our Values
Love: “We care with dedication and kindness from our hearts.”
Compassion: “We serve with empathy, sensitivity, and understanding.”
Patience: “We take the time to listen, support, and uplift.”
Respect: “We honor dignity, individuality, and personal choices.”
Integrity: “We act with honesty, accountability, and ethical excellence.”
Hospitality: “We welcome all with warmth, friendship, and open hearts.”
Faith & Hope: “We nurture the spirit, bringing peace, comfort, and purpose.”
Care Offering
Amberley Resthome & Retirement Studios 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.
Rest Home
Available
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- IV Antibiotic Capability
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- ACC Rehabilitation
Amberley Resthome & Retirement Studios: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- IV Antibiotic Capability
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- ACC Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Primary Rural Health Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Peaceful rural living come and enjoy the views. Please contact Jacob on 03 314 9250 or 0221921918 for information or a viewing as we welcome all enquiries.
Care Suite Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Amberley Resthome & Retirement Studios 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
Nurse Practitioner
Enrolled Nurse
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker (on site)
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Fijian
Fijian Indian
Interpreter
Japanese
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Inter denominational
Methodist
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
Salvation Army
Ethnic Diets
Indian
Korean
Other
Vegan
Vegetarian
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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
Cafe
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Whānau Room
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Family Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Registered Retirement Village?
Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date)
Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA)
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?
Fees and details are available by contacting Jacob.
03 314 9250
Details about meals
We provide home cooked meals, where we try to cater for all individual likes and dislikes. Where possible we will offer an alternative if required.
Home baking features at morning and afternoon teas.
Our hot meal is served at midday with a lighter option at night.
Breakfast is served in bed from 7.15am onwards.
Special features
We are a small rural based rest home and enjoy the comings and goings of a family home. Friends and family members drop in and spend time with us. Some join in the activities provided and often stay for a cuppa and a bite to eat. We encourage family members to be actively involved with their loved ones care and invite family in to regular events at the home. In a rural community everyone knows each other and when a visitor calls they usually see more than 1 resident.
We encourage individual interests and hobbies and also like our residents to share them with each other.
Several residents enjoy contributing to daily chores and we love the help. Setting tables, hanging out washing, folding napkins, watering the garden etc. We like everyone to feel valued.
We also understand that new residents need time to settle into their new surroundings as each come from different backgrounds, life experiences, values and beliefs. Our aim is to create a harmonious atmosphere in our home. Being a small home we can provide individualised support to each resident.
The Amberley Medical Centre provide a full range of services: Wellness Clinic, and heated physiotherapy pool.
We provide country living with city amenities, come and make our home yours.
Interests & activities
At Amberley Rest Home & Retirement Studios, we promote happy ageing by supporting residents to stay active, connected, and fulfilled in ways that suit their interests and abilities. Being a small home allows us to personalise activities while still enjoying group events and themed days.
Residents take part in activities such as scrabble, housie, indoor bowls, gardening, reading, music, crafts and shopping trips. We also enjoy regular music and entertainment sessions, family and staff barbecues, and time in our vegetable garden, where residents can help grow fresh produce and stay connected to nature.
Birthdays are always celebrated with cake and a special song, and our weekly van outings include shopping trips, scenic drives, afternoon teas, and community events — always a highlight.
Our purpose-built home is designed for easy access, with bedrooms close to shared spaces and a courtyard featuring over 100 varieties of roses — a favourite spot for residents and visitors. The kitchen is central to daily life, with the aroma of home baking and meals enjoyed throughout the day.
Friends and whānau are always welcome, and visits often become social occasions as many people know more than one resident. We provide support with email, internet, and phone calls when needed.
A Sample of Activities We Offer
Music, live entertainment & singalongs
Family & staff BBQs
Games & social groups: scrabble, cards, board games, housie, indoor bowls
Gardening & vegetable growing
Reading, quizzes, puzzles & brain games
Gentle movement & exercise sessions
Weekly van outings & community engagement
Seasonal events, celebrations & themed days
Community Connections
Residents are supported to stay involved with local groups such as:
RSA, Garden Club, Sewing Circle, Lions, Bridge Club, walking groups, art & craft groups, and other community clubs.
Location
1 Hilton Drive, Amberley, Amberley 7410Public Transport
0.20 km
Public transport is available 3 days per week and the community bus is available for trips to Christchurch. We arrange transport in our own mini van and attempt to meet individual needs.
Shops
0.20 km
Local dairy, post shop and Kiwi Bank, Craft Shop, Westpac Bank, Hairdressers, Pharmacist, Fish & Chip shops, Supermarket, Clothing Shop, Fruit & Vege Shop, Garden Centre, Petrol Stations, Stock Agents and an abundance of local cafe's and restaurants.
Mall
0.20 km
Amberley Township has an abundance of different shops up and down the main road.
Parks
0.20 km
Chamberlain Park and Amberley Domain are popular places to visit.
Library
0.20 km
A well stocked community library is just a 100 metres from the rest home. We have a very good selection of large print books for our residents , and the library also provide a selection of books and magazines monthly for residents to enjoy.
To find out more about Amberley Resthome & Retirement Studios or to book a viewing get in touch today.
Key Contacts
Statutory Supervisor's Details
Raylene McMeekan Covenant Trustee Services
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NOTE: The Retirement Villages Act 2003 (The Act) is designed to provide improved protection for people who 'buy' into a retirement village. If you intend to 'purchase' you must get independent legal advice before signing your occupation right agreement as required under The Act. Some Retirement Village type facilities are not required to register under The Act so different legal requirements apply. Please make sure you investigate fully.
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