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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About Cairnfield House

At Cairnfield House, everyone is well looked after and people thrive in the friendly, family style atmosphere. With a wide range of activities and outings on offer, there are many ways to stay social, active and involved. All residents receive professional, specialised care and the helpful staff cater directly to each person’s individual needs.

Cairnfield House is a rest home as well as a hospital, so residents can be assured continuity of care with the transition from rest home to hospital level happening with ease on the same premises. Qualified nursing staff are on hand 24/7, to provide any assistance that might be needed. Plus regular visits from a wide range of specialists such as audiologists, physiotherapists and counselors provide additional assistance and support.

Come and visit Cairnfield House and check it out for yourself. Take in the aroma of the fresh baking from the kitchen as you walk down the bright sunny halls. See residents relaxing in their Lazy Boy chairs or participating in one of their many activities in the lounge or sitting out on the sunny deck enjoying the beautiful landscaping. If you’re looking for a home away from home for yourself, or for someone you love, give us a call today.

Why choose Cairnfield House

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Care Offering

Cairnfield House 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.

Areas of Expertise
  • Oxygen Management
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Dialysis
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stomal Therapy
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • ACC Rehabilitation
  • Tracheotomy Care
Availability

Yes we have availability

Couples Room Available

Updated: 8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability

Accommodation Options
  • Standard rooms
  • Premium rooms
Premium Accommodation Charges

From $10 up to $45 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Areas of Expertise
  • Oxygen Management
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Dialysis
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stomal Therapy
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • Tracheotomy Care
  • Infection Control
Availability

Yes we have availability

Couples Room Available

Updated: 8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $20 up to $45 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Care Features & Services

Residents at Cairnfield House 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

Enrolled Nurse

Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers

Physiotherapist

Diversional Therapist

Activities Co-ordinator

Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Dietitian

Accredited Visitors

Kaumatua

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

Other Personnel

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Languages Spoken

Cantonese

Chinese

Chinese dialect

English

Fijian Indian

Filipino

Māori - Te Reo

Tongan

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Christian

Inter denominational

Ethnic Diets

Vegan

Vegetarian

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May Bring Own Furniture

Single 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

Primary Health Funded Short Term Care

Provide End of Life/Palliative Care

Day Programme for day stay clients

Outings

Māori Kaupapa

Residents Committee

Family Committee

Newsletter

Policy for management of challenging behaviour

Confused Residents

Rural Setting

Smokers Room

Smoking Permitted

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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy

Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Spark of Life

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?

As per DHB contract extra services available.

Details about meals

Extensive dietary menu audited by certified dietition catering for all appetites.

Special features

Visitors often provide feedback of feeling the "Arohanui" - "Love" the moment they walk through our front door.

Interests & activities

In-House Activities:
Art & Craft, BBQ, Bingo, Board games, Card games, Celebration Days throughout the year, Monthly Cultural Meals with Arm Chair Travels, Dancing, Entertainers, Exercises, Gardening, Happy Hour, Indoor Games, Jigsaws, Mobile Library, Movies, Music, Outings in our Van, Quizzes, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Sky TV, Tai Chi, Videos, Newspaper
Pianists, Local Kapa Haka group visits, Internet Access

Location

52-60 Jack Street, Otangarei, Whangārei 0112

Public Transport

0.00 km

Public transport is at the gate.

Shops

0.00 km

300 metre walk to the local dairy

Mall

1.50 km

Buses will stop at Kensington shopping complex where you have Post shop, Chemist, Ladies clothing retailer, cafes plus numerous other small retailers.

Parks

2.00 km

Kensington park and stadium

Library

A mobile library arrives monthly to the facility

To find out more about Cairnfield House or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Lesley Middleton

Owner

Ativas Limited

Clinical Manager

Belinda Haskell

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