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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About Cargill Lifecare & Village

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At Cargill, you are at home with us.

We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Cargill family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.

When it comes to everyday life, Cargill makes it easy with village, rest home, and respite care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.

Light, bright and welcoming, Cargill is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a hop, skip and jump from the Waikiwi township where you’ll find all the essentials such as a pharmacy and library.

At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.

Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.

Why choose Cargill Lifecare & Village

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Care Offering

Cargill Lifecare & Village 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
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Clinical Management
  • Other Specialties
Availability

Yes we have availability

We welcome Respite & Short-Term Care. Please contact our manager if you would like to view our Care Home as our vacancy status changes regularly.

Updated: 5 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

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

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $16 up to $27 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Enquire today about our respite care. We offer respite care to give carers a much-needed break, while at the same time providing residents with care and companionship.

We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Cargill family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.

When it comes to everyday life, Cargill makes it easy with village, rest home, and respite care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.

Light, bright and welcoming, Cargill is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a hop, skip and jump from the Waikiwi township where you’ll find all the essentials such as a pharmacy and library.

At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.

Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.

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Care Features & Services

Residents at Cargill Lifecare & Village 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)

Diversional Therapist

Activities Co-ordinator

Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Dietitian

Accredited Visitors

Kaumatua

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

Other Personnel

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Languages Spoken

English

Māori - Te Reo

Other Information

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

(Other comments)

Ethnic Diets

Other

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May Bring Own Furniture

Single Rooms

Shared Rooms

Rooms suitable for a couple

Ensuite

Phone Access In Own Room

Wifi

Lounges/seating areas

LGBTQIA+ Friendly

Primary Health Funded Short Term Care

Provide End of Life/Palliative Care

Outings

Whānau Room

Māori Kaupapa

Residents Committee

Family Committee

Newsletter

Policy for management of challenging behaviour

Confused Residents

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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Registered Retirement Village?

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!

Details about meals

Our menus are all approved by a Dietician.

Special features

At Cargill, our home reflects the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us.

Interests & activities

We are committed to providing a meaningful and flexible range of activities and events to meet the abilities and interests of our residents, considering their individual needs and cultural beliefs.

When you make Cargill your home, we conduct an assessment with you and your whanau to identify your individual interests and their physical, cultural, creative, intellectual and social needs. We then develop an individualised activities plan to meet your needs.

Location

1 Cargill Street, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810

Public Transport

0.20 km

The nearby public bus service goes to the town centre.

Shops

0.90 km

A variety of local stores are within short driving distance.

Mall

0.90 km

The local town centre has a range of shops and amenities.

Parks

0.30 km

Parks and recreational sights within driving distance.

Library

4.70 km

The local library is located within the town centre.

To find out more about Cargill Lifecare & Village or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Renatta Hardy

Owner

Heritage Lifecare

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