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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About Kimihia Home & Hospital

Welcome to Your Home Away from Home
At our care facility, we are committed to providing the best home away from home for older adults who require support and care.

Compassionate, Professional Care
Our team of Registered Nurses and trained Healthcare Assistants deliver expert, personalized care. We offer a full range of professional services to ensure comfort, safety, and wellbeing.

Award-Winning Gardens and Home-Cooked Meals
Relax in our beautiful, award-winning gardens, designed to offer peace and tranquility. Enjoy nutritious, home-cooked meals served with warmth and care.

Activities, Outings, and Personal Space
Whether you enjoy participating in engaging activities and outings, reading in one of our cozy lounges, or retreating to the privacy of your own room, we offer options to suit every preference.

Family Involvement and Open Doors
Family and friends are always welcome to visit and are encouraged to be involved in planning and supporting the care of their loved ones. We believe in a collaborative approach to wellbeing.

Care Offering

Kimihia Home & Hospital 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
  • Oxygen Management
  • Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
  • Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Dialysis
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stomal Therapy
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
Availability

We currently have no availability

26 dedicated Rest Home Beds & 17 Swing Beds

Updated: 5 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

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

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $25 - $45 ... /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Areas of Expertise
  • Oxygen Management
  • Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
  • Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
  • Palliative Care (Contracted)
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Dialysis
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stomal Therapy
Availability

We currently have no availability

22 dedicated Hospital Beds

Updated: 5 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

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

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $45

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Areas of Expertise
  • Oxygen Management
  • Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
  • Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
  • Palliative Care (Contracted)
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • Dialysis
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stomal Therapy
Availability

Yes we have availability

12 Dementia Beds

Updated: 5 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

Audit Report

Welcome to Your Home Away from Home
At our care facility, we are committed to providing the best home away from home for older adults who require support and care.

Compassionate, Professional Care
Our team of Registered Nurses and trained Healthcare Assistants deliver expert, personalized care. We offer a full range of professional services to ensure comfort, safety, and wellbeing.

Award-Winning Gardens and Home-Cooked Meals
Relax in our beautiful, award-winning gardens, designed to offer peace and tranquility. Enjoy nutritious, home-cooked meals served with warmth and care.

Activities, Outings, and Personal Space
Whether you enjoy participating in engaging activities and outings, reading in one of our cozy lounges, or retreating to the privacy of your own room, we offer options to suit every preference.

Family Involvement and Open Doors
Family and friends are always welcome to visit and are encouraged to be involved in planning and supporting the care of their loved ones. We believe in a collaborative approach to wellbeing.

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Care Features & Services

Residents at Kimihia Home & Hospital 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

Nurse Practitioner

Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers

Physiotherapist

Occupational Therapist

Social Worker (on site)

Diversional Therapist

Activities Co-ordinator

Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Dietitian

Accredited Visitors

Kaumatua

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

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Languages Spoken

Afrikaans

Dutch

English

Fijian

Fijian Indian

Filipino

Hindi

Māori - Te Reo

Punjabi

Samoan

Tagalog

Tongan

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Anglican

Baptist

Christian

Inter denominational

Methodist

Presbyterian

Roman Catholic

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May Bring Own Furniture

Single Rooms

Rooms suitable for a couple

Ensuite

Alcohol Permitted

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

Provide End of Life/Palliative Care

Day Programme for day stay clients

Outings

Newsletter

Policy for management of challenging behaviour

Confused Residents

Rural Setting

Smoking Permitted

Semi-Secure

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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy

Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Registered Retirement Village?

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

Details about meals

We offer full catering services and a diverse menu, including special meals for occasions such as BBQs, birthday celebrations, and festive events

Special features

About Us
At Kimihia Resthome and Hospital, we pride ourselves on offering a personal, small-community environment where the contributions of older people are valued and celebrated. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a setting that feels like home.

Our Story
The North Waikato Care of the Aged Trust Board, Inc. was established in 1972 as a charitable community trust—a joint initiative by the Huntly Lions, Rotary, and Jaycees Clubs. Today, the Trust continues its legacy with representation from the Huntly Community Board.

Kimihia Resthome opened its doors in March 1979, officially inaugurated by the Hon. Sir Douglas Carter, then High Commissioner to London. In 1988, the first independent living cottage was built, followed by one new cottage each year for the next five years. Fourteen years after the Resthome’s opening, Kimihia Hospital was launched in March 1993 by Dame Thea Muldoon QSO, expanding our ability to care for residents with more complex needs.

Our Services
Short Stay & Respite Care
Need a break? Come and stay with us—let us take care of the cooking and cleaning while you relax in a supportive, homely environment. Our short-stay rates are reasonable and affordable.

Palliative Care
We offer full palliative care services, providing comfort, dignity, and professional support. Our experienced team manages all medical and nursing needs, allowing families to focus on spending meaningful time with their loved ones.

Interests & activities

We are dedicated to creating personalised activity programs that cater to the unique interests and needs of each resident in our facility.

Some of the activities we offer include:

Exercise Classes
Gardening
Crafting
Walking Group
Bowls
Quizzes
Knitting Group
Church Services
Baking
Live Entertainment
Outings
Birthday Celebrations
Housie / Bingo

We strive to foster a vibrant and inclusive community where every resident feels valued and involved.

Location

76 Rosser Street, Huntly, Huntly 3700

Shops

2.00 km

Huntly township has a variety of shops and services available in the main street.

Mall

20.00 km

Our closest shopping mall is at Te Awa, The Base but it is a nice drive on the expressway from Hamilton.

Parks

1.00 km

Huntly is home to a variety of scenic parks, reserves, and lakes that residents and their families can enjoy. One local favourite is Lake Hakanoa—just a short stroll from Kimihia—offering a peaceful retreat and beautiful surroundings.

Library

2.00 km

The Huntly library is packed with lots of interesting reading material for all ages. The friendly staff are more than happy to assist everyone.

To find out more about Kimihia Home & Hospital or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Simon Binzegger

Owner

The North Waikato Care of the Aged Trust Board Inc

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