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About Radius Heatherlea
At Radius Care, our hands do more than assist; they express warmth, care, and connection. Whether through a welcoming gesture, a supportive embrace, or simply handing over a cup of tea, our commitment is to enhance your life at every stage.
Radius Heatherlea is located in the beautiful city of New Plymouth, just a 2-minute drive from the city centre. This central location offers convenience and accessibility for both residents and their families.
Family is very important to us at Heatherlea. We encourage friends and family to become involved in all aspects of our residents' lives. Residents can bring their favourite possessions to personalise their rooms, maintaining familiar and comforting surroundings. They also have the freedom to come and go with friends and family as much as they like, or to welcome them for visits at any time.
Nutritious and Delicious Food
Our kitchen staff prepares fresh, nutritious meals daily, ensuring they are tasty and inviting. Residents enjoy three main meals, with two options for dinner and snacks throughout the day. The menu is approved by a dietician on a four-week cycle. Popular dishes include fish and chips on Fridays and lamb, pork, and beef roasts. Special dietary needs are accommodated with care.
Engaging Activities and Events
We offer a diverse activity program designed to promote self-esteem and personal fulfilment. Our activities stimulate cognitive function, nurture residents, and provide purposeful engagement, resulting in enriched lives full of fun, laughter, and smiles. Our residents also participate in community activities, including our Random Acts of Kindness club, where we share knitted items, baked goods, and vouchers, fostering rewarding experiences for all involved.
Staying Connected
Residents and families stay informed with our bi-monthly newsletter, which includes updates and upcoming events. We also offer free Wi-Fi to help residents connect with loved ones, access news, shop online, and stream entertainment.
Experience Heatherlea
Book a tour with Cheryl, our Facility Manager, or Dawn, our Office Manager.
They will guide you through the home, answer your questions, and explain the benefits and options available to our residents.
Care Offering
Radius Heatherlea 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
Dementia
Available
Respite
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Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
Radius Heatherlea: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
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Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $55 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
Radius Heatherlea: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
5
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $55 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
Radius Heatherlea: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
Are you sure you want to close?
Any unsaved changes will be lost.
Availability
Yes we have availability
6
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $5 up to $55 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
A lot can be said through our hands — a welcome, a goodbye, a friendly embrace, a playful gesture, a sign of affection, or just the delivery of a cup of tea. At Radius Hampton Court, we offer more than just an extra set of hands; we strive to improve your life at the stage you're at. Perhaps you've just had surgery, or loved ones are travelling overseas for a bit, respite care gives you a community and care, while providing peace of mind for friends and loved ones.
View Our Respite ListingCare Features & Services
Residents at Radius Heatherlea 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
Social Worker (on site)
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Fijian Indian
Filipino
Hindi
Mandarin
Māori - Te Reo
Rarotongan
Samoan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Roman Catholic
Salvation Army
(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
Female residents only
Male residents only
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Outings
Whānau Room
Māori Kaupapa
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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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 discuss fees with Manager.
Details about meals
All our meals are cooked on site. Our main meal is served at midday with a lighter meal served in the evenings. Morning, afternoon tea, and supper, consists of home cooking, and sandwiches for those that want them. We have a national 4 week rotational menu which is also seasonal, developed by a chef, and approved by a dietician, which is suitable for the elderly.
Special features
At Heatherlea residents have convenience of being so central to town, this makes it easier for family and visitors also. Right in the heart of the facility there is a peaceful outside garden, especially for the pleasure of our residents in the secure unit. We have four lovely lounges throughout the facility, with modern décor and comfortable seating, with music or wide screen TV available for the pleasure of our residents and families.
Interests & activities
Heatherlea has a full activities programme which includes the following, but to name a few of the activities, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Cards, Canine friends, Cooking, Craft, Entertainers, Exercises, Flower arranging, Happy Hour, Holidays, Lotto, Newspaper reading, Quizzes, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Stroke Group.
The residents and families alike love watching our birds in the two aviaries we have, and there is great excitement when they product chicks.
We welcome visitors, and the residents especially love baby's and little children, we have an a close relationship with the ABC group, and the Omata Primary School, participating in return visits.
Location
139 Vivian Street, New Plymouth, New Plymouth 4310Public Transport
0.00 km
At gate
Shops
0.10 km
Corner shops 2 blocks away
Mall
0.50 km
Central city 500 Metres
Parks
0.50 km
City parks & Foreshore 500 Metres
Library
0.20 km
Mobile library bus comes on a fortnightly basis, and recreation also will source books if residents wish.
To find out more about Radius Heatherlea or to book a viewing get in touch today.
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