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About Whangaroa Health Services ~ Kauri Lodge
Our aged care facility, Kauri Lodge is a small 25-bed residential facility providing residential and hospital level care on a short stay (respite), rehabilitation or permanent basis.
Established 1986, in the heart of Kaeo, Kauri Lodge is founded on a deep respect for our residents and we pride ourselves on a warm, family atmosphere.
We take the time to get to know your loved one properly; their interests, memories and unique experiences - insights that help us create a lifestyle plan and personalised care to enable a fulfilling life with as much independence as possible.
With the comfort and security of 24/7 clinical care with Registered Nurses, Health Care Assistants and an onsite Medical Centre, your loved one is in safe, caring hands.
The Activities Calendar is filled with regular outings, visiting entertainment and a wide variety of social activities and crafts. Local musicians 'The Grey Warblers' entertain with nostalgic sing-a-long’s every Friday.
Surrounded by mountains and native bush, Kauri Lodge enjoys large park-like grounds that are a pleasure to walk around.
We are lucky to have a well-tended, abundant vegetable garden and orchard that produce all year round. The fresh produce goes directly to the kitchen to nourish our residents, and excess is made into jam and preserves - resident green thumbs are more than welcome to help or have their own plot to tend.
Meals are prepared fresh on-site by our chefs using seasonal, home-grown ingredients. Prepared in conjunction with a dietitian, our tasty and nourishing menu aims to tempt all taste buds. They’re also known to whip up a scrummy birthday cake for our residents’ special occasions.
Spacious rooms, most with a balcony overlooking the cottage garden and rural vista. Residents are encouraged to decorate their space with familiar items to create a comfy home away from home.
We invite you to get in touch with us and find out more about Kauri Lodge.
Care Offering
Whangaroa Health Services ~ Kauri 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
Available
Hospital
Available
Availability
Yes we have availability
Garden view room available
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- ACC Rehabilitation
Whangaroa Health Services ~ Kauri Lodge: Areas of Expertise
- Oxygen Management
- Bariatric (Care of the very overweight)
- Palliative Care (Contracted)
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stomal Therapy
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- ACC Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Primary Rural Health Care
- Community Health
- Clinical Management
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Availability
Yes we have availability
Updated:
8 Dec 2025
Short Term / Respite
We are currently not accepting short stay admissions
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Whangaroa Health Services ~ Kauri 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
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Physiotherapist
Hairdresser
Podiatrist
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
Kaumatua
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor
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Anglican
Baptist
Christian
Inter denominational
Presbyterian
Ratana
Roman Catholic
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Shared Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
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
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Day Programme for day stay clients
Outings
Māori Kaupapa
Residents Committee
Newsletter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour
Rural Setting
Smoking Permitted
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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)
Police checked
Registered Retirement Village?
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!
Special features
It is rare to find an Aged Care provider in such a beautiful, rural location with all the heart of a small community.
Interests & activities
Activity programmes, Art, Baking, Ball Games, Bingo, Big print books, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Bridge, Brain Gym/exercise, Cards, Celebration/Event, Church, Craftwork, Entertainment, Exercise, Floor Games, Gardening, Happy Hour, Hand massage/nails, Hairdresser, Jigsaw Puzzles, Mate wareware, Memory lane, Music/sing-a-long, Newspaper/discussion, One-on-one, Outings, Quizzes, Reminiscing, Residents meeting, Seated exercise, Singing, Sorting activity, Spark of life balloon, Van outings, Visitors/calls, Waka Huia, Walks, Word games
Location
180 Omaunu Road, Northland, Kaeo 0479To find out more about Whangaroa Health Services ~ Kauri Lodge 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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