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About The Waratah Retirement Home & Hospital
It is our philosophy to provide the highest quality care, given with dignity and a deep concern for people.
We are a 58 bed rest home & private hospital facility situated on a private site surrounded by mature trees and gardens.
All of our rooms are premium rooms with full ensuites which includes toilet, shower, hand basin and mirrored wall cabinet at no extra charge.
We have an extensive activities program which caters for all levels of care. In addition we offer coach outings to some of the beautiful scenic areas in Auckland, 3 afternoons per week
Care Offering
The Waratah Retirement Home & Hospital 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
Availability
We currently have no availability
All individual rooms with full ensuites at no extra cost
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
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
The Waratah Retirement Home & Hospital: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
- Other Specialties
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Availability
We currently have no availability
All individual rooms with full ensuites at no extra cost
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
Care Features & Services
Residents at The Waratah Retirement Home & Hospital 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
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
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Languages Spoken
Arabic
English
Fijian
Fijian Indian
Hindi
Nepali
Punjabi
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Baptist
Christian
Roman Catholic
(Other comments)
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet
Phone Access In Own Room
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Lounges/seating areas
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Outings
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
Semi-Secure
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!
Interests & activities
Activity programme, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Care and Craft, Church, Concerts, Craft, Electric beds, Entertainers, Exercises, Flower arranging, Garden, Gardening, Indoor Games, Internet, Library, Movies, Quizzes, Reading, Sing-a-longs, Vegetarian, Videos, Outings, Music, Jigsaw, Housie
Location
196 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland 0612To find out more about The Waratah Retirement Home & Hospital or to book a viewing get in touch today.
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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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