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About Waihi Lodge Care Centre
Waihi Lodge Care Centre which comes under the Seniorcare Geraldine Inc umbrella is a community owned not for profit 21 bed aged residential care facility located in the heart of beautiful Geraldine, South Canterbury. We offer rest home level care and private respite. Waihi Lodge is known for its' homely atmosphere and we aim to provide a family focused place that is supportive and secure for our residents and wider senior community.
Our vision is to provide 'Eldercare Excellence At All Times' and our team of committed, caring, well trained and friendly staff take pride in getting to know each resident personally and what's important to them.
Our team of Registered Nurses provide assessment and management of health issues, in collaboration with GPs with early intervention to help prevent acute hospital admissions and transfer to hospital level care facilities. The vast majority of residents spend their last days here at Waihi Lodge - their home.
Waihi Lodge has a strong community spirit and we welcome and encourage friends and family. Residents are taken on weekly van outings to places of interest they have requested to visit including cafes and restaurants.
A volunteer program enables those who otherwise may not have visitors or family close by to see a friendly face.
Our resident cat, Whiskers, is often found lounging on one of the beds or bringing in the odd trophy bird or mouse!
Our modern function centre can accommodate up to 100 people and is able to be hired out at a very reasonable cost.
Seniorcare Geraldine Inc has 11 cottages available for low-cost rental. An assessment process determines the level of need of applicants. Cottage residents are welcomed into Waihi Lodge Care Centre for certain activities and to join us by special arrangement for lunch.
We also offer three serviced apartments. There are currently no vacancies.
The Community Services Committee provides a voluntary outreach service for members of the Geraldine community. Regular community events include weekly gentle exercises and a monthly social morning tea. These take place at Waihi Lodge Function Centre.
Volunteers provide a private daily (including weekends) Meals on Wheels service with home cooked hot meals delivered to your door.
Our day program, Club Waihi, is part of our philosophy of caring for older people. It provides a few hours of activity, friendship and fun in a group setting three days per week - as well as offering time out for family and caregivers. To find out if you are eligible please contact your GP for a referral to the NASC team. Alternatively, you can contact NASC on 03 687 7114 or 03 687 2309.
For more information on any of the above please contact our Administrator, Tracy Sims, on 03 693 8131 or email admin@waihilodge.co.nz
Care Offering
Waihi Lodge Care Centre 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
Day Programme
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Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Infection Control
- Clinical Management
Availability
We currently have no availability
Room with shared ensuite
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Premium Accommodation Charges
From $10 up to $30 /day
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
The Community Services Committee provides a voluntary outreach service for members of the Geraldine community. Volunteers provide a private daily (including weekends) Meals on Wheels service with home cooked hot meals delivered to your door.
Regular community events include weekly gentle exercises and a monthly social morning tea. These take place at Waihi Lodge Function Centre. Please contact our administrator, Tracy Sims, on 03 693 8131 or email admin@waihilodge.co.nz
View Our Day Programme ListingCare Features & Services
Residents at Waihi Lodge Care Centre 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
Occupational Therapist
Diversional Therapist
Activities Co-ordinator
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
Other Personnel
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Languages Spoken
English
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Anglican
Baptist
Inter denominational
Methodist
Presbyterian
Roman Catholic
Salvation Army
Seventh Day Adventist
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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
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Whānau Room
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Confused Residents
Rural Setting
Smokers Room
Smoking Permitted
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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!
What's included in your fees and what's not?
Please contact management
Special holiday rates may apply
Details about meals
Home cooked meals with regular resident feedback and input into menu planning.A meals on wheels service is provided to the community seven days a week. Hot meals, delivered to your door
Special features
Seniorcare Geraldine is an integral part of the Geraldine community, providing quality rest home care at Waihi Lodge Care Centre for over 50 years.
The Function Centre is available for resident entertainment and private functions. This room can accomodate up to 100 people. e.g. Birthdays and celebrations and is regularly used to bring residents and community members together.
The McKechnie wing was upgraded in 2004 and enables Waihi Lodge Care Centre to offer private large bedrooms with ensuites and a high standard of care and in a rural environment second to none.
Waihi Lodge completed its Certification in April 2015 with three years.Being as it is, a community asset, Waihi Lodge Care Centre is not required to provide profits and dividends to it’s proprietors. It is therefore more directly focused on the well-being of the residents. Happy hour every week with entertainment of choice. No excuses needed for a party.
Waihi Lodge is situated under the hill in a bush clad setting. Geraldine is a caring community minded town. We welcome contact at any time
Also available from the care centre kitchen is a meal service to the older person in the community who have a need for a meal to be delivered hot on a plate to their door.
This is available within the Geraldine Township. Seven days a week.
Interests & activities
Residents have input into planning of activities and entertainment.
Age Concern delegate and contact with Alzheimers Society available. Talking books from Blind Foundation. Parkinson's Society support person is available. Contact with Probus, Senior Citizens and RSA if required. Cards (euchre, last card etc). Art demonstrations. Church services with communion and hymn singing. Crafts -e.g. making gift cards. Dancing and art demonstrations. Quizzes, Weekly entertainment and exercises to music with ball games and walking. Outdoor games. Gardens with walks in rose garden. Happy hour weekly. Variety of indoor games. Own library and public visits weekly. Cooking, Meals options cater for all tastes. Music includes CD's and tapes, piano and keyboard. Newspaper reading. Videos. Outings, Shopping, Canine friends,
Location
16 Shaw Street, Geraldine, Geraldine 7930Public Transport
0.00 km
We have the use of the Geraldine Community Bus and a private transport service called 'Here4U' which provides excellent car transport and assistance.
Shops
1.00 km
Close to town centre
Mall
0.00 km
Parks
1.00 km
Attractive garden and local walks
Library
1.00 km
Access to the new Geraldine library complex
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