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About Mt Herbert House (Mount Herbert)
Mt Herbert House is situated in the heart of Waipukurau, just a minute’s drive from the town centre. We provide Rest Home care, Hospital-level care, and Stage 3 Dementia care within a warm, respectful, and homely environment where residents’ physical, emotional, and social needs are supported.
Our care philosophy is based on resident-led care, which focuses on empowering residents to make choices about their daily routines, activities, and lifestyle. This approach ensures that each person maintains independence, dignity, and a sense of purpose while receiving the support they need.
Mt Herbert House has 42 Rest Home and Hospital beds in our purpose-built facility, featuring multiple lounge areas and a sheltered courtyard where residents can relax and enjoy the sun. Our on-site Manager is committed to delivering high-quality care and continually introduces best-practice initiatives that enhance the lives of those who live here.
We are also proud to offer specialised dementia care at The Forget Me Not Village, our secure dementia village opened on 3 November 2025. The village is named after the Forget Me Not flower, a symbol of dementia and a reminder of the importance of memory, compassion, and understanding. Designed to help people living with dementia enjoy a meaningful and normal daily life, the village is made up of five four-bedroom houses, with a sixth house serving as the central hub for shared meals, activities, and social connection. The hub includes the main kitchen where residents, alongside caregivers, can prepare meals, as well as a small shop where residents can use “Monopoly money” to purchase items of their choosing—supporting independence, familiarity, and purposeful living.
We charge no premium room fees for either our facility or our Dementia Village. Our focus is to provide inclusive, compassionate, and person-centred care for all who call Mt Herbert House or the Forget Me Not Village home.
An information pack is available from the home, and we warmly welcome anyone considering Rest Home, Hospital-level, or Dementia care for their loved one to visit or contact us.
Care Offering
Mt Herbert House (Mount Herbert) 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
No Vacancy
Hospital
Available
Dementia
Available
Respite
Enquire
Day Programme
Enquire
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
Mt Herbert House (Mount Herbert): 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
- Tracheotomy Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
We currently have no availability
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
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Dialysis
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
Mt Herbert House (Mount Herbert): Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Dialysis
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
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
Our dementia village, opened on 3 November 2025, is named after the Forget Me Not flower, symbolising memory and compassion. With five homelike houses and a central hub for meals, activities, and a small shop using “Monopoly money,” it supports independence, connection, and meaningful daily living.
Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Accommodation Options
- Standard rooms
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Mt Herbert House (Mount Herbert) 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
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
Afrikaans
English
French
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Inter denominational
Jehovah Witness
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
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
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Residents Committee
Family Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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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?
Fees do not include non subsidised pharmacy items, toiletries, podiatry and hairdressing visits as per the contract.
Details about meals
Meals are all homecooked by Maureen and her team with individual needs catered for. They use a 4 week menu which is reviewed by a Registered Dietician. Recipes are used from the University of Otago Dietician Dept to ensure the correct nutrition for residents in our care.
Special features
Mt Herbert House is a privately owned elderly care facility located in Waipukurau.
Waipukurau is the centre of a thriving rural district in Central Hawkes Bay.
We take pride in our well established, purpose built facility comprising Stage 2 Resthome with 20 beds and 18 bed hospital wing. Safe and secure environment, friendly positive atmosphere with caring staff. We welcome all enquiries.
Interests & activities
Activities personnel arrange various outings to places of local interest and have a close affiliation with local clubs and outside activities.
There is entertainment from local groups to include music, dancing and concerts.
Happy hour and musical entertainment.
Large print books available
Activities personnel arrange boardgames, cards and puzzles. There is a dartboard available and indoor bowls.
Tai Chi runs once a week. Newspaper reading once a day to keep all up to date with current events.
Videos arranged for cold, wet days. There is a shop available in the facility to purchase a small amount of toiletries.
Breakfast in bed can be arranged when rquired.
Sky TV by arrangement
E-mail and faxing facilities available
Location
50 Mount Herbert Road, Waipukurau, Waipukurau 4200Public Transport
1.50 km
Shops
1.00 km
Mall
0.00 km
Parks
0.50 km
Library
1.00 km
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Eldernet Knowledge Lab
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