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About Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned)
Are you looking for a beautiful boutique rest home in Christchurch?
LIVING WITH DIGNITY is our mission statement and our aim.
We are a boutique Rest Home. View our elegant surroundings, beautiful established gardens and meet our dedicated, caring staff.
At Fitzroy of Merivale, all of our residential suites are large rooms with an ensuite, tea/coffee making facilities and direct access out to your own garden/patio area.
All 30 residential suites are under one roof with 24hour staffing and nursing care.
A weekly fee includes your care, all meals, outings, entertainment, laundering of personal clothing, bed linen and towels, and regular cleaning of your suite.
We welcome all enquiries and invite you and your family to arrange a time to visit the facility.
Why choose Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned)
Everyone Welcome
Family Owned
Family Like Atmosphere
Care Offering
Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned) 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
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Respite
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Areas of Expertise
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
Availability
We welcome enquiries
Large sunny rooms with ensuite
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
RESPITE CARE
Respite care is funded by the Ministry of Health and can be accessed through your own doctor. It is a wonderful opportunity for people to have time out and a break away from their home. Alternatively, it can be used to help to a loved one who has been caring for you. As long as we have rooms available you would be most welcome to join us for your respite care. Numerous people have had several visits to “Fitzroy of Merivale” utilising this service. Many have gone on to make the decision to live permanently with us. Whilst here you will enjoy all our services, including your very spacious private room and ensuite together with direct access the the beautiful Fitzroy gardens.
SHORT TERM CARE
In addition to the government funded respite care, Fitzroy also offers short term private care. Once again this is dependent on room availability. This service is funded by the resident and the length of stay is arranged between Fitzroy, the resident and their family. Short term care options give flexibility to all parties and once again the opportunity to experience all that “Fitzroy of Merivale” has to offer. Each unit is self-contained with an ensuite, television, nurse-call, tea and coffee making facilities. Short term care residents are assured of receiving all the benefits of living in this supportive environment.
Care Features & Services
Residents at Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned) 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
English
Interpreter
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Denominations/Faiths represented
Inter denominational
Presbyterian
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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
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Lounges/seating areas
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
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!
What's included in your fees and what's not?
Please contact Management for a list of costs and a brochure
Details about meals
Menu for each season on 4 week cycle. Breakfast in bed, lunch at midday, dinner at 6pm, plus morning and afternoon tea.
Special diets catered for.
Special features
Close to shopping Malls, cafes, restaurants, doctors, physio, dentists and podiatrists in the heart of Merivale
with the local bus route nearby.
Interests & activities
Many and varied to suit residents' needs.
Activity programme, with monthly theme.
BBQ
Bowls
Board Games
Bridge
Outings
Church service twice a month
Computer with e-mail
, Entertainers
, Exercises
, Fax
, Games
, Golf
, Happy hour
, Housie
, Internet
, Library
, Mah Jong
, Minibus
, Movies
, Outings
, Cocktail Parties
, Pianist
, Quizzes
, Reading
, Gardens
, Shopping
, Video & DVD
, Visitors
Location
4 McDougall Avenue, Merivale, Christchurch 8014Public Transport
0.10 km
Shops
0.10 km
Mall
0.50 km
Parks
1.00 km
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