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About Kohatu Rest Home
Kohatu Rest Home is a privately owned Aged Residential Care Facility in the heart of Waitara, Kohatu is managed by a registered nurse with many years experience in aged care as both a caregiver and registered nurse.
At Kohatu we offer the very best, compassionate care for the elderly. Our staff will do all we can to make you feel at home, We will assist you to remain as independent as possible and offer support and care when you require it. It is our goal to improve the physical, emotional and spiritual wellness of our residents and that is exactly what we do every day.
We also provide meals on wheels, day care and short term respite. (Please email or phone the facility about this)
We invite you to visit us or phone us any time. We will make you welcome and support you in all your decisions and provide all the information you may need about joining the Kohatu whanau.
Care Offering
Kohatu 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.
Rest Home
Available
Areas of Expertise
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Stomal Therapy
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Availability
Yes we have availability
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
Care Features & Services
Residents at Kohatu 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
Social Worker (on site)
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Filipino
Interpreter
Māori - Te Reo
Tuvalu
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Christian
Denominations/Faiths represented
Inter denominational
Jehovah Witness
Methodist
Presbyterian
Ratana
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
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
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Whānau Room
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
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Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
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 talk to Manager about fees. Fees do not include toiletries, hairdresser. We do however subsidise the Podiatrist
Details about meals
A choice of cereals for breakfast as well as porridge and toast, home baking and fresh sandwiches for morning, afternoon teas and supper. Hot meal in the middle of the day including desert and a lighter meal for tea
Special features
Kohatu is surrounded by trees and beautiful gardens - its a picture in the summer.
We grow our own vegies in big barrels close to the kitchen.
Interests & activities
We have a varied activities programme. Swimming is once a week. Entertainment with a variety of musicians is twice a week. Exercises are twice a week. We also have many outings, buggie rides at the park. We have a mens only club and they go on outings once a month
Location
35B Nelson Street, Waitara, Waitara 4320Public Transport
1.00 km
The busses run at regular intervals and is only about 10 mins away
Shops
1.00 km
Shops are within walking distance
Parks
1.00 km
within walking distance
Library
1.00 km
within walking distance
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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.
How much does living in a residential care home cost?
Learn about fees, financial contributions and subsidies.
What is a standard rest home/care home room?
What must be provided in aged residential care.
What are levels of care in New Zealand?
What is rest home, hospital, dementia, and psychogeriatric care?
What is the asset limit for the rest home subsidy in 2025?
A guide to asset thresholds for aged care subsidies.
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