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About Rhapsody
Rhapsody is set amongst park-like gardens in Lower Vogeltown and offers multiple levels of care. Our friendly staff are trained in all aspects of Rest Home, Hospital, and Respite Care, allowing the team to care for a wide range of community members. With a spacious dining room, lounges and large sunny rooms, our home boasts an excellent chef who provides the very best in nutritional meals. Our care staff work closely with residents to create personal care plans and a tailored activity programme.
Facility Features:
• Large, generous sized rooms
• Registered Nurse on site 24 hours a day
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Activities programme
• Hairdresser, Podiatrist and Physiotherapist
• Dietician-approved meals and catering for special diets
• Regular happy hour, including a monthly family and friends inclusive celebration
• Onsite hangi pit regularly used for festivals and special occasions
Close to:
• Supermarket
• Medical centre
• Local churches
• Shopping centre
• Pukekura Park
• Brooklands Zoo
• Observatory
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- Large, generous sized rooms
- Open-ended visiting hours
- Regular happy hour, including family and friends celebrations
Why choose Rhapsody
Family Like Atmosphere
Person Centred Care
24/7 Registered Nurse
Care Offering
Rhapsody 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
Palliative
Enquire
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
Rhapsody: 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
- Clinical Management
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $15 up to $30 - $50 /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
Rhapsody: 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
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
Are you sure you want to close?
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $15 up to $30 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Rhapsody 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)
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
Tagalog
Other Information
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
(Other comments)
Ethnic Diets
Other
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Shared Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Connecting Rooms
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Pets In Residence
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
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
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 contact us for a detailed price list.
Details about meals
All meals are home-cooked, our menus are reviewed by a dietitian and nutritionist.
Special features
Alden Rhapsody is a Care Facility that offers Rest Home, Hospital, Palliative and Respite levels of care. We prioritise comfort and personal space, and residents enjoy large spacious bedrooms, some designed for double occupancy. The facility boasts a large dining area, several lounges, and communal spaces. We understand the importance of small gestures and strive to make our residents feel truly at home. We are proud of our long connection to our community and the caring role that we play in our resident’s lives.
Interests & activities
Our Activities Coordinator delivers a varied programme to our residents 5 days per week. Our activities programme is regularly updated and promises to cater to a variety of interests and needs. Our programme incorporates day trips, one-to-one sessions and group sessions. Enquiries are most welcome to view our programme.
Location
30 Mill Road, Lower Vogletown, New Plymouth 4310Mall
0.20 km
We are situtated very close to the city centre of New Plymouth and therefore have a large variety of shops, cafes and other facilities close by.
Parks
There are several large, beautiful parks close by which have gardens, walks and children's playgrounds. We also pride ourselves on our own park like grounds which the residents all enjoy and provides a very peaceful and tranquil setting.
Library
0.20 km
The local library is situated in the city centre close by. We also have access to a mobile library that calls in on a regular basis and we have our own library on site
Residents Say It Best
”My mother spent the last years of her life at Rhapsody. Her room was large with a huge window to the beautiful garden. The staff were absolutely remarkable and took wonderful care of her. We could not have asked for a better place and will be grateful forever.”
Pam
TWILIGHT MARKET
Thursday, 20 November 2025 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Join us for an evening of fun, food and festive cheers!
*Over 15 stalls - crafts, brick & brac, gifts, and more! *Live entertainment to get you in the spirit *Sausage sizzle and sweet treats available
Bring your family and friends for a great night out supporting our community!
For more information, contact Wendy: 06 759 0080
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