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About Takanini Lodge
Takanini Lodge is known for its warm and inclusive atmosphere. Our dedicated staff prioritize creating a supportive environment where everyone is treated like family. With a range of care options available, including specialized levels of support, you can rest assured that your needs will be met while staying in familiar surroundings
We understand the importance of continuity and comfort, so we strive to accommodate needs without disrupting the sense of home. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities or specialized care, our team is here to ensure your well-being every step of the way.
Care Offering
Takanini Lodge 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
No Vacancy
Hospital
No Vacancy
Dementia
Available
Respite
Enquire
Palliative
Enquire
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Community Health
Takanini Lodge: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Psychiatric Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
We currently have no availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $13 up to $24 /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
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
Availability
We currently have no 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
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
Takanini Lodge: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
Are you sure you want to close?
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $14
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Takanini Lodge 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
Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker (on site)
Diversional Therapist
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
Afrikaans
Chinese
Chinese dialect
Cook Island Maori
Croatian
Dutch
English
Fijian
Fijian Indian
Filipino
German
Indonesian
Korean
Māori - Te Reo
Samoan
Shona
Swahili
Tagalog
Tokelauan
Tongan
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Inter denominational
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
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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
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Outings
Whānau Room
Residents Committee
Family Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS)
Other details
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?
Hairdresser fee not included
Details about meals
All our meals are cooked on site
Special features
We create a family environment and believe that TLC is mostly what our residents need.
Interests & activities
Our 2 Activities staff members provide residents with a wide range of activities, all chosen with the needs of the residents in mind. When possible, activities are also relevant to what is happening in the world and our locality.
Our facility specialises in decorating with an emphasis on current events, such as Anzac Day; Easter, Queen’s Birthday; Mother and Fathers day, Matariki.
We have lovely entertainers that would get your toes tapping and singing. We create an environment of having fun, families are welcome to join in.
Location
9-11 Taka Street, Takanini, Auckland 2112Public Transport
100 metres to Great South Rd - taxi stand and bus & 300 METRES to Train station
Shops
3.00 km
to 2 shopping centres - Papakura Township and Takanini Southgate Shopping Centre
Mall
10.00 km
Manukau Westfield Mall and South Mall, Manurewa
Parks
5.00 km
Botanic Gardens - Hill Rd Manuwera
Library
3.00 km
2 Libraries - Papakura and Manuwera Mobile library service calls 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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