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About Camellia Resthome
Camellia Resthome is a professionally run and managed home for the elderly, we are committed to providing excellence in care. We welcome the opportunity to meet the needs and expectations of both our residents and their families.
Our residents are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality, while maintaining links with the wider community.
At Camellia we have a well deserved local reputation as being the best. The management and staff are dedicated to ensure we will always be the first choice in aged care in this district.
Care Offering
Camellia Resthome 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
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $17 up to $25 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Camellia Resthome 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
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker (on site)
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Filipino
Māori - Te Reo
Samoan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Denominations/Faiths represented
Evangelical
Inter denominational
Non denominational
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
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Single Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Phone Access In Own Room
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Whānau Room
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smoking Permitted
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
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?
Contact Nurse Manager or Owner for more details.
Details about meals
Home style meals are prepared daily on the premises by our chef/baker.. Cooked meal at lunch time, lighter meal at teatime with home made muffins, sandwiches or scones for morning, afternoon tea and supper.
Special features
Small privately owned Rest Home, with a high priority of providing personalised care while promoting independance and community connections.
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The majority of our rooms are spacious and of a very high standard. All rooms have electric beds, TV's, hand basins etc as standard.
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Interests & activities
Variety of activities provided with support from our activities co-ordinator. Included are , BBQ's, bingo, bowls, canine friends, cards, visits from children, church services, concerts, DVD's, entertainers, Exercises programme created by Arthritis foundation, games, gardening, happy hour monthly, jigsaws, library, music, outings, pastoral care, quizzes, RSA visits, sky tv.
Location
1743 Rewi Street, Te Awamutu, Te Awamutu 3800Public Transport
0.20 km
Shops
1.50 km
Mall
0.00 km
Parks
1.00 km
Library
1.70 km
The local Te Awamutu Library is available to issue our residents with a wide and varied range of reading material.
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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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What is the asset limit for the rest home subsidy in 2025?
A guide to asset thresholds for aged care subsidies.
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