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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About Elms Court on Middlepark

Elms Court on Middlepark is conveniently located on Middlepark Road, next to St Thomas’s high school in Sockburn. We offer a wide range of services from standard non premium rooms right through to care suites, studios and apartments. Something for everyone’s needs and budget. All our rooms can provide both Rest Home and Hospital level care, which means you can relax knowing you won’t have the upheaval of moving again if your needs increase.

We have Registered Nurse cover 24hrs a day / 7days a week and very experienced care staff. Elms Court is known for its homely feel, created by a warm, friendly team who go out of their way to provide personalised care and make our residents feel like part of the family.

Elms Court on Middlepark has a wide range of activities to suit all. Immediately outside the premises is a bus shelter waiting to take those who are able anywhere in Christchurch. Furthermore, we also have a van for regular weekly outings. There are many options for the more able such as a short, pleasant walk to Upper Riccarton library, the shops or to the local park.

We are located just 2 minutes from Blenheim Road and just 5 minutes from Church Corner, so it’s a breeze for visitors to pop in, or get you out and about to local shops and cafes. Riccarton and Hornby Malls are also close by, should you need to grab any additional extra comforts.

Care Offering

Elms Court on Middlepark 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
  • Palliative Care (Contracted)
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • IV Antibiotic Capability
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Infection Control
  • Surgical Followup
  • Community Health
Availability

We currently have no availability

Middlepark has a dedicated team of professional staff who all work to a very high standard of care. We welcome inquiries and we are happy to help people through the transition into care.

Care Suite Availability

We currently have no availability

Middlepark has a dedicated team of professional staff who all work to a very high standard of care. We welcome inquiries and we are happy to help people through the transition into care.

Updated: 8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

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

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $15 up to $100 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Areas of Expertise
  • Oxygen Management
  • Palliative Care (Contracted)
  • End of Life/Palliative Care
  • IV Antibiotic Capability
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Continence Advice
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • ACC Rehabilitation
  • Infection Control
Availability

We currently have no availability

Middlepark has a dedicated team of professional staff who all work to a very high standard of care. We welcome inquiries and we are happy to help people through the transition into care.

Care Suite Availability

We currently have no availability

Middlepark has a dedicated team of professional staff who all work to a very high standard of care. We welcome inquiries and we are happy to help people through the transition into care.

Updated: 8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite

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

Premium Accommodation Charges

From $15 up to $100 /day

Regulatory Information

Ministry of Health Certified

Yes

Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

Yes

Audit Report

Elms Court on Middlepark is conveniently located on Middlepark Road, next to St Thomas’s high school in Sockburn. We offer a wide range of services from standard non premium rooms right through to care suites, studios and apartments. Something for everyone’s needs and budget. All our rooms can provide both Rest Home and Hospital level care, which means you can relax knowing you won’t have the upheaval of moving again if your needs increase.

We have Registered Nurse cover 24hrs a day / 7days a week and very experienced care staff. Elms Court is known for its homely feel, created by a warm, friendly team who go out of their way to provide personalised care and make our residents feel like part of the family.

Elms Court on Middlepark has a wide range of activities to suit all. Immediately outside the premises is a bus shelter waiting to take those who are able anywhere in Christchurch. Furthermore, we also have a van for regular weekly outings. There are many options for the more able such as a short, pleasant walk to Upper Riccarton library, the shops or to the local park.

We are located just 2 minutes from Blenheim Road and just 5 minutes from Church Corner, so it’s a breeze for visitors to pop in, or get you out and about to local shops and cafes. Riccarton and Hornby Malls are also close by, should you need to grab any additional extra comforts.

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Care Features & Services

Residents at Elms Court on Middlepark 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

Diversional Therapist

Activities Co-ordinator

Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Dietitian

Accredited Visitors

Kaumatua

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

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Languages Spoken

English

Fijian Indian

Filipino

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Anglican

Baptist

Inter denominational

Methodist

Presbyterian

Roman Catholic

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May Bring Own Furniture

Single Rooms

Shared Rooms

Connecting Rooms

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

Provide End of Life/Palliative Care

Palliative Care Contract

Outings

Whānau Room

Māori Kaupapa

Residents Committee

Family Committee

Newsletter

Policy for management of challenging behaviour

Confused Residents

Smokers Room

Smoking Permitted

Semi-Secure

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Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme

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?

Please refer to management for details of fees

Details about meals

Meals are cooked fresh on site. Breakfast is served in your room. Lunch and dinner are served in the dining room unless you are unwell, when it will be served in your room.

Special features

Committed, dedicated staff. A home which is purpose built, light and sunny. Rooms have either partial or full ensuites. The lounges are spacious and there are several areas for private visits with friends and family. Beautifully landscaped gardens.

Interests & activities

Full varied programme co-ordinated by 1 diversional therapist and an 1 activity co-ordinator. Well maintained landscaped gardens with garden seats & pathways.

Activity programme, Art, BBQ, Big print books, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Church, Classical Music, ,Concerts, Dancing, DVD's Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Golf, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, , Jigsaw, Library, Lotto, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Quizzes, Reading, Roses, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV,, Cooking, Electric beds, Fax, Gardening, , Sky TV, Alzheimer's Society, Anthroposophical, Alzheimer's Society, Anthroposophical

Location

75 Middlepark Road, Upper Riccarton, Sockburn, Christchurch 8042

Public Transport

0.00 km

Bus at gate with seat

Shops

0.50 km

Avonhead shopping centre

Mall

1.00 km

Bush Inn Centre & Hornby Mall

Parks

0.50 km

Library

1.00 km

At Hornby but we provide a mobile service in the facility

To find out more about Elms Court on Middlepark or to book a viewing get in touch today.

Key Contacts

Manager

Richard Deuchrass

Owner

Elms Court

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