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About Claud Switzer Memorial Trust
Our vision is ‘To provide leadership in the care of older people, and a range of services for their changing and diverse needs. These services will continuously evolve to exceed expectations’.
Care Offering
Claud Switzer Memorial Trust 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
No Vacancy
Hospital
Available
Dementia
No Vacancy
Respite
Enquire
Day Programme
Enquire
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
Availability
We currently have no availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $20 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
Claud Switzer Memorial Trust: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $20 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Availability
We currently have no availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Claud Switzer Memorial Trust 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
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
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Denominations/Faiths represented
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Pets In Residence
Phone Access In Own Room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
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)
The Eden Alternative
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
All meals are prepared on site by our own very talented catering team. Special diets are catered for.
Special features
Claud switzer Memorial Trust has a 60 year history of providing high quality care in the beautiful Far North. The home is set in lovely grounds. Our staff are our strength, they work hard and focus on enhancing the independence and quality of life of older people who find that Switzer is now their home.
Interests & activities
Activity programme, Advocate, , Alzheimer's Society, Aromatherapy, Art, Arthritis society, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Children, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Digital camera, Electric beds, Email, Entertainers, Exercises, Fax, Flower arranging, Garden, Gardening, Golden Oldies, Greypower, Happy Hour, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Maori Women's Welfare League, Massage, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Organ, Outings, Pastoral care, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, RSA, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Spa, Videos
Location
71 South Road, Kaitaia, Kaitaia 0410To find out more about Claud Switzer Memorial Trust or to book a viewing get in touch today.
Key Contacts
Manager
Tina Mills
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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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