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About Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Home and Hospital
Sacred Heart Home, as all facilities owned by the Little Sisters of the Poor, exists to extend hospitality towards the Aged suffering from financial need, loneliness or other difficulties. We do this recalling the words of the Lord "I was a stranger and you welcomed me" Matthew 25.35.
Together with our staff we do this, continuing the charismatic inspiration of Jeanne Jugan our Foundress. Through love filled services for our elderly brothers and sisters and witness to the compassionate love and Mercy of God for all persons.
Care Offering
Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Home and 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.
Rest Home
Available
Hospital
Available
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Availability
Yes we have availability
1
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
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
Availability
Yes we have availability
2
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
Care Features & Services
Residents at Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Home and 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
Enrolled Nurse
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Filipino
French
Korean
Malayalam
Maltise
Māori - Te Reo
Nepali
Samoan
Tongan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Christian
Denominations/Faiths represented
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Ensuite
Phone Access In Own Room
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Lounges/seating areas
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Outings
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Other details
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
Breakfast is served on trays to the Residents in their rooms
Lunch at midday - Three course meal
Evening meal at 5.00.p.m.
Morning tea, afternoon tea and supper are provided.
We accommodate all dietary restrictions and needs
Special features
At Sacred Heart Home we provide a home like atmosphere for our residents. We along with our staff continually endeavour the charism of our first Little Sister, St Jeanne Jugan by ensuring the residents feel at home, respected, secure and loved.
Interests & activities
ACTIVITES PROGRAMME - Gentle exercises - reading the daily news - entertainers - bowls - bingo - outings - library
MY SKY television - films shown on a big screen
SPECIAL PARTIES - by arrangement.
CRAFTS -
SPIRITUAL - Daily Mass in the chapel
GARDENING
FLOWER ARRANGING
Location
295 Brockville Road, Brockville, Dunedin 9011Public Transport
5.50 km
We have a very regular bus service that runs into town. Bus stop is at the entrance of our Home
Shops
There are several shops across the road from the Home including a pharmacy, a four square store, and a take away.
Mall
5.50 km
Three shopping Malls in town -take the bus to George Street.
Parks
6.00 km
Rhododendron Dell, Aviary's, Glass Houses and duck ponds - Dunedin Botanical Gardens, North Dunedin.
Library
5.00 km
Dunedin Public 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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