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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.
What is a standard rest home/care home room?
Standard rooms and services are those that are covered by the Age Related Residential Care Agreement (ARRC). All Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora (formerly District Health Boards) contracted providers must meet the requirements of this agreement (currently all residential care providers are contracted in New Zealand/Aotearoa). Examples of...
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How much does living in a residential care home cost?
The September 2024 figures (known as ‘financial contribution’ ) cover the cost to 'the eligible person' of a standard bed/room and range from $1399.16 to $1511.09 per week (depending on where they live in the country). This amount is also known as the Maximum Contribution. (MC) Many care homes now...
I'm not happy. Can I transfer to a different rest home?
Remember, a care home (rest home) is your home; just like any home you live in, you can choose to move if you wish. The first step is to contact your local Needs Assessment Coordination Service (NASC) to let them know you want to transfer. They may do another interRAI...
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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Rawhiti Estate - Dementia
Rawhiti Estate has a wonderful video series Navigating Dementia Care Have a look to see how we approach dementia care and resident safety. What triggers a need for an assessment for Dementia Care? Understanding assessments and support for cognitive decline. Richard and Leticia explain what type of incidents could lead...

Kimihia Home & Hospital - Rest Home
Pauline’s 25th work Anniversary (13 June 2025) We had a wonderful afternoon with Pauline’s current and former colleagues in her 25 years of unwavering commitment to Kimihia Home and Hospital and to its residents. Her service and dedication is an admirable feat and her bubbly personality makes her an exciting...

Promisia Nelson Street - Dementia
We’re proud to introduce our newly opened Dementia care unit. thoughtfully designed to complement our welcoming Rest Home. At the heart of our care is trust — built through respectful, professional support from our dedicated team, who are deeply committed to the wellbeing of every resident.

Terence Kennedy House - Hospital
Our very own 'Dancing Queen', Eva, our Activities Co-ordinator is retiring after dedicating 24 years of her life with us. Eva originally was a Healthcare Assistant and moved into the Activities Co-ordinator role in the last two years with us. Keira Park was interviewed by management as well as residents...