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About Ribbonwood Country Home
Ribbonwood is a small country home offering rest home and hospital level care. Located in the heart of West Otago in Tapanui, Ribbonwood is a place you will feel proud to call home.
Ribbonwood opened its doors for the first time in February 2016. It is a modern care facility with spacious, private rooms for residents and sunny lounges for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views across the golf course, farmland and Blue Mountains. This charming rest home has a very intimate, friendly vibe as there are only 14 beds. As a result, residents have more personalised time with our highly qualified and experienced staff.
All of the rooms at Ribbonwood are classed as Premium Rooms with a fully furnished bedroom and ensuite bathroom.
Ribbonwood is owned by the community of West Otago via West Otago Health. The construction of our present premises was an enormous community project for West Otago's 2300 residents that was concluded August 2014. The combined purpose built facility houses Ribbonwood Country Home for the aged and the local Medical Centre. This means our residents have prompt access to a Doctor and services provided in the Medical Centre.
West Otago Health’s focus is to provide "whole of life care". This includes primary health care, emergency care, district nursing, allied health, palliative care and aged related residential care services.
For more information or a private tour, please call Karen on 03 2048 668.
Care Offering
Ribbonwood Country Home 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
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Availability
Yes we have availability
All beds are able to be used for both rest home and hospital level care
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
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- IV Antibiotic Capability
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
Ribbonwood Country Home: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- IV Antibiotic Capability
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Primary Rural Health Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
Yes we have availability
All beds are able to be used for both rest home and hospital level care.
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
Ribbonwood is a small country home offering rest home and hospital level care. Located in the heart of West Otago in Tapanui, Ribbonwood is a place you will feel proud to call home.
Ribbonwood opened its doors for the first time in February 2016. It is a modern care facility with spacious, private rooms for residents and sunny lounges for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views across the golf course, farmland and Blue Mountains. This charming rest home has a very intimate, friendly vibe as there are only 14 beds. As a result, residents have more personalised time with our highly qualified and experienced staff.
All of the rooms at Ribbonwood are classed as Premium Rooms with a fully furnished bedroom and ensuite bathroom.
Ribbonwood is owned by the community of West Otago via West Otago Health. The construction of our present premises was an enormous community project for West Otago's 2300 residents that was concluded August 2014. The combined purpose built facility houses Ribbonwood Country Home for the aged and the local Medical Centre. This means our residents have prompt access to a Doctor and services provided in the Medical Centre.
West Otago Health’s focus is to provide "whole of life care". This includes primary health care, emergency care, district nursing, allied health, palliative care and aged related residential care services.
For more information or a private tour, please call Marianne on 03 204 8668.
View Our Respite ListingCare Features & Services
Residents at Ribbonwood Country Home 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
Occupational Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
Dutch
English
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
(Other comments)
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Pets In Residence
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet
Phone Access In Own Room
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Palliative Care Contract
Outings
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
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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!
Details about meals
All meals are prepared on-site and are consistently of a high standard. The main meal of the day is served at midday which includes a main course and desert.
Special features
Doctor and Primary Care Nursing team on-site
Community Nursing Team on-site
Spacious individual rooms with own ensuite
Surrounded by farmland with a rural outlook that includes the majestic Blue Mountains
Delicious country home cooking prepared on-site
Rest Home and Hospital care
Palliative Care
Interests & activities
The activities programme is organised by the Activities Co-ordinator and changes regularly. Each resident is assessed individually and their particular interest included into the programme. The participation of residents in the activities programme is voluntary, however is of great importance in promoting socialization, mental and physical stimulation and encouraging a general sense of vitality.
Location
50 Tapanui-Raes Junction Hwy, RD2, Tapanui, Tapanui 9587Shops
0.50 km
The main Tapanui township includes a Supermarket, Chemist depot and rural related businesses that service the wider area
Library
0.50 km
The Clutha District Council Service Centre in the Tapanui township includes a Library. Library services are made available to residents
To find out more about Ribbonwood Country Home or to book a viewing get in touch today.
Key Contacts
Manager
Karen McHutchon
Owner
West Otago Health
Clinical Nurse Manager
Lallu Alex
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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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What is rest home, hospital, dementia, and psychogeriatric care?
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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