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About Kauri Lodge (Family Owned)
Kauri Lodge is a family owned and operated rest home in a fantastic location.
Our FAMILY OWNED homes make your loved ones their focus for life enrichment and safety each moment. Join our family today
We have Dementia level and rest home rooms available at our multiple locations.
Kauri Lodge offers a slice of tranquility in the heart of Riccarton. Nestled against Riccarton Bush in a quiet location with buses and the Westfield shopping Mall at the gate. We are a family focused boutique Rest Home offering personal service, with security, but still providing for your independence.
We have lovely, well appointed, new Studio Units available for Private Rental or for purchase.
We have 2 other facilities in Christchurch - Avon Lifecare in Linwood and Victoria Care in the City Centre
View associated providers on the right hand side for more details
Kauri Lodge prides itself on having a homely enviornment with good home cooked meals and innovative activites.
Residents are offered a high standard of care, security, privacy, and independence in an environment which promotes good health and happiness with a family focus.
Why choose Kauri Lodge (Family Owned)
Home Like Environment
Family Owned
Person Centred Care
Care Offering
Kauri Lodge (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
Available
Respite
Enquire
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Availability
Yes we have availability
We are a family owned rest home and currently have 1 rest home care bed available. The room has its own private ensuite. For more information on our home, please contact us on 3480274 and ask for Hamish.
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $40 up to $90 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Are you considering Respite care for your loved one in Christchurch? Our FAMILY OWNED homes make your loved ones their focus for life enrichment and safety each moment.
At Kauri Lodge we are located in the bustling Riccarton area. A easy walk across the road to shopping, cafes and cinema. We offer rest home rooms and have care apartments on site.
Everyone benefits from the excellent care provided by our experienced team, and a wide range of activities and outings in our village van.
We have Dementia level and rest home rooms available at our multiple locations.
We have 2 other facilities in Christchurch - Avon Lifecare in the Avonside/Linwood community and Victoria Care in the City Centre
View associated providers on the right hand side for more details
Care Features & Services
Residents at Kauri Lodge (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
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
Dutch
English
Fijian
Filipino
Interpreter
Polish
Samoan
Sri Lankan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Inter denominational
Methodist
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
Salvation Army
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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
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
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)
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?
Telephone, daily newspaper for private use, X-ray, dental, audiology, podiatory, cosmetic, dry cleaning, optical or specialist costs. Legal and financial expenses.
Details about meals
Menus are prepared seasonally and in 4 weekly cycles. Individual meals can be prepared for residents with special requirements. Dietitian advice available.
Breakfast is served in bed, residents have the choice of different cereals, friut, yoghurt, juice, toast.
The hot meal is served at midday - Evening meal residents have a choice of soup and another dish eg fish pie, sandwiches, bacon and eggs and salads.
Our baking is home made. There is always a variety and is always delicious!
Special features
Kauri Lodge offers a slice of tranquility in the heart of Riccarton. Nestled against Riccarton Bush in a quiet location with buses and the Westfield shopping Mall at the gate. We are a family focused boutique Rest Home offering a personal service, with security, but still provide for your independence.
We have lovely, well appointed, new Studio Units available for Private Rental or for purchase. Kauri Lodge prides itself on having a homely enviornment with good home cooked meals and innovative activites.
Interests & activities
Our Diversional Therapists provide an innovative and diverse acitvity programmme.They are very approachable and friendly.They encourage feedback and input from the Residents. We have weekly outings, entertainment, happy hour, newspaper reading and exercises, word games or bowls .We also have a library with a variety of large print books. We endeavour to assist all residents with their interests.
Location
154 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041Public Transport
0.00 km
Bus stops are positioned only 3 metres from the front gate
Shops
0.00 km
Cafes, Banks, and all other facilites are only metres away at Riccarton (Westfield) Mall which is only across the road. Pedestrian crossing at gate.
Mall
0.00 km
Riccarton (Westfield) Mall is only across the road. Pedestrian crossing at gate.
Parks
0.00 km
The rest home backs onto Deans/Riccarton Bush. The outlook makes it hard to believe when sitting enjoying the view that you are in the country.
Library
We have an on site Library.
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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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