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901 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central, ChristchurchKumeu Village Rest Home & Hospital
507 State Highway 16, Kumeu, AucklandRawhiti Estate
14 Rangitoto Avenue, Remuera, AucklandNurse Maude Care Home – long term residential and palliative care
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Sometimes time is a factor. If you need to move to a care home immediately you can view those with current vacancies here. Filter results by level of care, location, and other considerations.
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As an alternative to paying daily accommodation charges, you can “purchase” your room in a care home. Find out more and view currently available care suites.
Find Out MoreWhat is a rest home?
A New Zealand rest home, also known as a care home or residential aged care facility, is a place where older adults can receive around-the-clock care and support in a comfortable and secure environment. There are four levels of care delivered in residential care facilities in New Zealand: Rest Home, Hospital, Rest Home Dementia, and Psychogeriatric Specialist Hospital Care. All care home facilities are certified by the Ministry of Health, which involves an audit process to identify providers that deliver high levels of care.
Can couples move into a New Zealand care home together?
Although it is more common for one person to be assessed as needing residential care, couples can and do move into a care home together. In fact, some care homes have rooms specifically suited to couples. On Eldernet , you can filter search results by ‘Rooms suitable for a couple’...
How do I find psychogeriatric care in New Zealand?
All psychogeriatric facilities in Aotearoa New Zealand are listed on the Eldernet site. Find vacancies in these facilities HERE Make sure to select your region or zoom into your area on the map. For more information about residential care For: an overview of residential care For: details of all residential...
What is a care suite?
A care suite (previously called a care apartment) is technically a retirement village offering with care components governed by the Age-Related Residential Care (ARRC) Agreement. It offers the same type of care as a care home and is bound by the same rules. As this is a type of retirement...
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What should I look for in a rest home?
A New Zealand rest home, also known as a care home or residential aged care facility, is a place where older people live and receive care and support in a comfortable and secure environment.
Rest homes provide a range of services, including assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as medical care and supervision. They also offer various social and recreational activities, such as outings, hobbies, and entertainment, to help residents stay active and engaged.
There is no such thing as ‘the best’ rest home, as what suits one person doesn’t suit another: for some, being near family, friends and familiar places is crucial, while for others it’s the size and type of room available that's most important. The most important element in an ideal rest home is the philosophy and delivery of care.
Rest homes vary considerably and there can be a wide range of rooms to choose from – such as standard rooms, premium options that offer additional services, and care suites, which combines retirement village and residential care elements. Regardless of which room or residential care facility you choose, you will receive the same standard of care.
Make sure you visit a rest home more than once before you make a decision – you may want to try out a rest home first, either via a trial period or by booking short-stay respite care. When you are ready to consider a rest home, our checklist can help you navigate the process. Then start browsing care home and residential care vacancies.
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Home and Community
Fully independent and living at home. There are many services to make life at home easier.
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Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
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Coronation Lodge Rest Home & Supported Living - Rest Home
Join the Coronation Lodge Family! Looking for a warm, friendly place where care feels like home? We’ve got vacancies waiting just for you! No hidden fees—just genuine care, good vibes, and plenty of smiles. Come and see why life’s better with us! Contact us today to learn more.
Highview Rest Home & Hospital - Hospital
We have a hospital bed available now... please call Lee on 027 508 3809 to come and see our beautiful 'gem' on High Street! The food is delicious and the staff are friendly, professional and welcoming... our recently renovated facility offers fantastic activities for all to enjoy :-) Put Highview...

Terence Kennedy House - Hospital
Celebrating birthdays is so important to many of our residents and their families. We make sure to capture these moments especially if families are not able to visit on special days.

Terence Kennedy House - Rest Home
Celebrating birthdays is so important to many of our residents and their families. We make sure to capture these moments especially if families are not able to visit on special days.