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About Radius Thornleigh Park
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. As we enter later stages of life, the right support becomes essential. At Radius Thornleigh Park, we provide more than just care; we offer companionship, comfort, and a helping hand to make each day fulfilling and meaningful.
Located just 5.5 km from the CBD, Radius Thornleigh Park is a modern, single-level care home nestled within beautifully landscaped gardens. With recently built, contemporary rooms and a welcoming, family-like atmosphere, we ensure that every resident feels at home.
We offer rest home care, private hospital care, and specialized palliative and respite care—all within a comfortable and supportive environment.
OUR FOOD
Our kitchen team prepares fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals daily. Residents enjoy three main meals and snacks throughout the day, with a rotating four-week menu approved by a dietitian.
Favorites include classic fish and chips on Fridays and hearty roasts featuring lamb, pork, or beef. We also cater to special dietary needs, ensuring every resident enjoys meals suited to their preferences and requirements.
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Our diverse activity program is designed to promote well-being, cognitive stimulation, and social engagement. Residents enjoy purposeful activities that bring laughter, fun, and fulfillment.
We take pride in our strong ties to the local community, including our Random Acts of Kindness Club, where residents create and share gifts like knitted items, baked treats, and vouchers—bringing joy to both givers and receivers.
STAYING CONNECTED
We keep families informed with a regular newsletter featuring updates and upcoming events. Residents also enjoy free Wi-Fi, allowing them to stay in touch with loved ones, browse the web, shop online, or stream their favorite content.
Additionally, we offer a phone package for $35 per month, including a user-friendly phone with oversized buttons, unlimited mobile and toll calls, and the option to retain an existing phone number.
COME SEE FOR YOURSELF!
Would you like to experience the warmth of Radius Thornleigh Park firsthand? Schedule a personal tour with Sanu, our Facility Manager, or Julie, our Office Manager. They’ll walk you through the home, answer your questions, and discuss the benefits and options available to you.
Why choose Radius Thornleigh Park
Family Like Atmosphere
Person Centred Care
4 Year Certification
Care Offering
Radius Thornleigh Park 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
Respite
Enquire
Day Programme
Enquire
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Tracheotomy Care
- Spinal Injuries Care
Radius Thornleigh Park: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Tracheotomy Care
- Spinal Injuries Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
We have a wonderful homely atmosphere here at Radius Thornleigh Park. We have the most amazing recreation programme. Come on in and join us.
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
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
Radius Thornleigh Park: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Tracheotomy Care
- Spinal Injuries Care
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Our Door is always open. You are welcome to pop in and view our facility.
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
At Radius Thornleigh Park, we offer more than just an extra set of hands. If that means a short-term stay with us, we'd love to help.
Call us to chat about what Respite options we have available.
View Our Respite ListingDay Care is a supportive, social day-only programme, providing an ideal option for people who want the reassurance of professional support in a safe environment, without moving away from home.
What to expect when you enjoy the day with Radius Care:
At Radius Care we believe in providing the right support at the right time, so our broad mix of services covers everything from respite and rest-home to hospital-level care. Day Care fits within this continuum, offering structured daytime support, companionship, and relief for family carers, at one of our safe, secure and inviting care homes. In addition to Day Care, we can provide overnight or extended periods of support through Respite Care.
Our day programme includes:
- A delicious midday meal plus refreshments so there’s no need to worry about catering.
- Guests can relax in a friendly, homelike atmosphere, spending time with peers and making new friends.
- Join in activities designed to encourage social connection and fun, with time to chat, laugh and unwind.
- Outings, entertainment, and visits from special guests add variety to the week, and there’s always space for shared experiences.
Many of our Day Care and Respite Care guests find huge benefits in the extra social engagement and support – helping people to re-engage in loved activities that can be difficult alone at home or even to just enjoy a change of scenery and some extra social interaction.
Contact us to discuss availability and costs or call your nearest care home directly. You may also be eligible for funding assistance, and we can guide you through the application process.
View Our Day Programme ListingAccommodation Options
You can be sure that you will receive high quality care regardless of the room type you choose. All rooms at Radius Thornleigh Park are of a certified standard, guaranteed by rigorous audits. For more information on room types explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
Our standard rooms has good garden view and sliding door
Premium rooms with ensuite and have a garden view
Care Features & Services
Residents at Radius Thornleigh Park 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
Enrolled Nurse
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
Chinese
Afrikaans
Arabic
Deaf Blind Sign Language
English
Fijian
Filipino
Hindi
Interpreter
Māori - Te Reo
Samoan
Sign Language
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Inter denominational
Methodist
Non denominational
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
Ethnic Diets
Vegan
Vegetarian
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Shared Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Phone Access In Own Room
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
Cafe
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
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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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Police checked
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?
All fees and costs can be discussed upon request.
Details about meals
Our four weekly menus change seasonally and are reviewed by a dietician. We have two options at dinner, as well as vegetarian and Pacific/ Māori meals. You can either join in at the dining rooms or take your meals in your room.
We cater for all residents’ likes and dislikes and any special requirements can be easily met.
Our kitchen manager uses locally grown produce and bakes morning and afternoon tea fresh each day.
Special features
Thornleigh Park is set in attractive surrounds with manicured courtyard gardens with a stunning mountain backdrop. We offer a well-appointed facility with friendly and professional trained staff and are a home away from home for residents and families to enjoy.
Activities are planned Monday to Friday and include daily newspaper readings, regular outings and exercise programs. We have various lounges with piano's and large TV's. Happy hour is held every week with live entertainment.
Interests & activities
Activity programme, Big print books, Age Concern, Advocate, Alzheimer's Society, Art, Arthritis society, BBQ, Bingo, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Digital camera, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Fax, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Golden Oldies, Golf, Greypower, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Lotto, Massage, Men, Minibus, Minigolf, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Park, Parties, Picnic facilities, Pianist, Petanque, Quizzes, Reading, RSA, Senior Citizens, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV, Stroke Group, Swimming, TAB, Theatre, Videos, DVD's, Bingo
Location
25 Heta Road, Highlands Park, New Plymouth 4312Public Transport
1.00 km
Bus stop in walking distance from the facility.
Shops
3.00 km
Close to Merrilands shopping centre.
Mall
5.50 km
City Centre
Parks
2.10 km
Tupare Park
Library
6.00 km
Puke Ariki and the Mobile Library every fortnight.
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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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