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About Elms Court Rest Home
We provide a flexible home environment which recognises the uniqueness of each person.
At Elms Court you are a name not a number.
We actively encourage our residents to get out and enjoy themselves individually and with friends and family. We also provide planned group outings as often as possible e.g. willowbank, museum, music concerts etc
We love celebrating your special occasions in life and tailor these to suit your style
Care Offering
Elms Court Rest Home 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.
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Areas of Expertise
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Availability
We welcome enquiries
Early December
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 Elms Court Rest Home 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
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
French
German
Italian
Portugesse
Spanish
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
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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
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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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!
Details about meals
Home cooking catering for all requirements and diets. Families welcome to share meals (free).
Special features
Unique, personal, warm environment for those looking for a family orientated Rest Home. Husband and wife, actively own and run the home.
Residents are encouraged to participate and be part of the household.
Interests & activities
Residents are offered a wide range of activities and are encouraged to keep their community contacts. The owners are available to transport residents to any desired events.
Residents regularly visit Age Concern, Returned Services Association, Working Mens Clubs and various community organisations in our local area.
We also regularly have Dave the musician visit the home and play residents favorite songs. Outside organisations such as the Blind Foundation, Parkinson's Society and the Arthritis society visit to see respective residents.
Residents are offered a range of activites eg water colour painting, walking, housie, gardening and craft work.
Residents are offered and often enjoy individual and group trips to local shopping malls, the casino and cafes.
Services offered include email, the internet, library books, various types of entertainment including pianists, vocalists, indoor games and groups of school children entertain. Visitors are always welcome.
The planting and layout of the garden is available for personal input. We encourage residents to participate in making our home their home.
Opawa is a beautiful established suburb with mature trees and flowering gardens. We are situated very close to Risingholme Park and Heathcote river.
A warm, sunny conservatory is available all year round.
Feline and canine friends are always welcome.
The residents well being and happiness is our PRIME concern, and individual preferences are catered for.
Location
44 Cholmondeley Avenue, Opawa, Christchurch 8023Public Transport
0.10 km
'Red Bus' and 'Orbiter'.
Shops
0.20 km
Opawa Mall
Mall
0.20 km
Opawa Mall or St Martins Mall1.5km away
Parks
0.20 km
Risingholme Park and Community Centre.
Library
1.00 km
St Martins and Opawa
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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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