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About Norfolk Lodge Resthome & Dementia Unit
Set amongst Award wining gardens and just 15 km north of New Plymouth, on Princess Street Waitara, Norfolk Lodge offers Rest Home Care and secure Dementia Care in comfortable friendly surroundings. Our stately Norfolk Pine is a local landmark.
At Norfolk Lodge it’s our Mission to provide a homelike environment where self-esteem is enhanced and individual needs are met. We encourage independence and expression.
Come and see for yourself, we’re happy to show you through Norfolk Lodge and answer any questions of concerns you may have. Please phone and talk to us today.
Care Offering
Norfolk Lodge Resthome & Dementia Unit 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
Dementia
Available
Areas of Expertise
- End of Life/Palliative Care
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
Areas of Expertise
- End of Life/Palliative Care
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
Care Features & Services
Residents at Norfolk Lodge Resthome & Dementia Unit 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
Māori - Te Reo
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Christian
Inter denominational
Non denominational
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
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
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
Smoking Permitted
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
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 see the Manager for full details.
Details about meals
Home cooked meals are a feature of Norfolk Lodge. They’re nutritious and tasty with a great variety on the menu. Special needs and diets are catered for.
Special features
Our dedicated team of caregivers care for a maximum of 23 residents. For each resident individual needs are identified allowing a care plan to be developed and implemented. As always we welcome visits and input from family and friends.
Light interiors painted in warm but subtle colours. Wide hallways and space for residents to walk inside and outside in pleasant gardens.
Interests & activities
Activity programme. We offer a fill activities programme suited to our residents needs so that they can continue to enjoy life. These include social, creative, recreational and intellectual themes in both group and individual settings. Participation is always optional. The mini bus can be seen far and wide on outings to popular destinations.
Location
30 Princess Street, Waitara, Waitara 4320Public Transport
0.00 km
Bus into New Plymouth passes by the Rest Home.
Shops
0.40 km
Dairy within short walking distance.
Mall
1.50 km
Waitara Town Centre where all goods and services are available.
Parks
0.10 km
We are just across the road from Clifton Park where there are playing fields, bowls and tennis court.
Library
1.50 km
Town Centre
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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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Learn about fees, financial contributions and subsidies.
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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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