Looking for rest homes in Bay of Plenty? From Tauranga to Whakatāne, explore aged care options offering everything from dementia support to palliative care. Rest Homes in this region combine clinical expertise with a warm coastal lifestyle and strong community values.
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Providers in Bay of Plenty
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- 52 Condor Drive
- Pyes Pa
- Tauranga
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 9:23am
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- 112 Carmichael Road
- Bethlehem
- Tauranga
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 12:58pm
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- 7 Marina Way
- Athenree RD 1
- Katikati
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 8:56am
HC
Residential Care
- 47 Bracken Street
- Whakatāne
- Whakatāne
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 10:16am
RH
Residential Care
- 101 Edgecumbe Road
- Tauranga South
- Tauranga
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 8:47am
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- 210 Maranui Street
- Papamoa Beach
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 9:10am
Choosing a Residential Care Facility in Bay of Plenty
Bay of Plenty rest homes provide trusted residential care services throughout the region, including major centres like Tauranga and smaller communities such as Katikati and Opotiki. Facilities offer personalised support for older adults, including dementia care, respite, and long-term nursing services. Known for its warm climate and scenic environment, Bay of Plenty is an ideal region for older New Zealanders wanting a peaceful setting with access to high-quality care. Many rest homes here also incorporate Māori health practices and focus on community and connection. Whether planning for aged care or needing immediate support, you'll find excellent rest homes in the Bay of Plenty.
What 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.
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How are rest homes different to retirement villages?
Care homes (also known as rest homes or residential care facilities) and retirement villages are often talked about as if they're the same thing, but they're not. They serve different purposes and are governed by different legislation and regulations. Care home / residential care Many people use the term rest...
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Understanding residential care or rest home process
Check out the Knowledge Lab for comprehensive information about: Levels of care The Residential Care Subsidy Financial means assessment for a Residential Care Subsidy Premium rooms Dual use rooms Care suites The 10km rule and much more.
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What situations lead to a move into a care home?
Most commonly, people move into care because deterioration in health and management of their care makes it too difficult to remain at home. While you don't need an assessment to access residential care if you are fully paying for the services out of your own pocket, it can be useful...
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Learn about Rest Home/Care home Certification & Audits
The Ministry of Health website's Rest home certification and audits section shows which facilities are certified to deliver specific types or levels of care. The longest period or certification given is five years. A shorter period usually indicates that the auditors require additional work to be done in order for...
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