Find rest homes in Christchurch District. As Canterbury’s largest city, Christchurch offers a wide range of aged care services including dementia care, residential support and respite — all delivered in well-equipped, people-focused facilities throughout the city.
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Providers in Christchurch
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- 27-31 Shirley Road
- Shirley
- Christchurch
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Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 9:17am
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- 154 Riccarton Road
- Riccarton
- Christchurch
Vacancy:
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Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 9:00am
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- 66 Brodie Street
- Ilam
- Christchurch
Vacancy:
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Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 2:40pm
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- 235 Harewood Road
- Bishopdale
- Christchurch
Vacancy:
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Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 8:09am
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- 135 Awatea Road
- Wigram
- Christchurch
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 8:43am
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- 147 Cavendish Road
- Casebrook
- Christchurch
Vacancy:
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Updated at: Friday, 15th May 2026, 8:44am
Choosing a Residential Care Facility in Christchurch
Christchurch District is a major centre for aged care in the South Island, offering a diverse network of rest homes to support older people with varying needs. Whether you require 24/7 residential care, dementia-specific services, or a short-term respite stay, Christchurch facilities deliver professional and compassionate support. Providers in the district often offer modern amenities, lifestyle programmes, and access to specialised medical care. Rest homes are available in suburbs across the city — from Riccarton and Shirley to Sumner and Halswell — making it easy for families to find care close to home. With a focus on comfort, respect, and clinical quality, Christchurch is a trusted choice for residential aged care.
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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What is the Residential Care Subsidy?
The Residential Care Subsidy is financial assistance that may be available for those over 65 needing residential care and who meet eligibility criteria (including health and financial criteria). It's important to note it is distinct from the Residential Support Subsidy that may be available for those under 65. The Residential...
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I live in a rest home. Is this the end of my sex life?
The short answer is: not necessarily. The reality is we are all sexual beings, and many people wish to continue an active sex life into their older age. It may be that you currently have a partner and you are facing separation due to the need for residential care, perhaps...
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How to safely visit care homes in times of COVID outbreaks
All care homes have policies around such events which are guided by New Zealand health authorities. Social connection and physical contact with whānau are fundamental to the health and wellbeing of those in aged residential care (ARC). Care providers have policies in place that enable safe visiting, social activities and...
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What is the Aged Care Association?
ACA is the abbreviation for the Aged Care Association New Zealand. This organisation (previously colloquially referred to as NZACA) is the professional body that represents nearly all providers of Aged Residential Care in New Zealand (that is, rest homes, dementia care home, and aged care hospitals). These providers pay a...
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Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital - Residential Care
Celebrating 21 years at Knox _The Sound Of Care When Teresa first walked through the doors of Knox, she did not bring years of experience — just a willingness to learn and a heart for care. “I said to them, I do not have experience… but if you trust me,...
Willard Home - Residential Care
Manawatū Nurse Takes Top Nursing Honour Enliven Central are excited to share that Bini Mathew, a Clinical Nurse Manager at Brightwater and Willard Homes in Palmerston North, has been recognised by the Aged Care Association as Aotearoa’s Nurse of the Year, at the Awards dinner held on 24 April. This...
Brightwater Home - Residential Care
Manawatū Nurse Takes Top Nursing Honour Enliven Central are excited to share that Bini Mathew, a Clinical Nurse Manager at Brightwater and Willard Homes in Palmerston North, has been recognised by the Aged Care Association as Aotearoa’s Nurse of the Year, at the Awards dinner held on 24 April. This...
Craigweil House Home and Hospital - Residential Care
Craigweil Celebrates Dedicated Staff Milestone A heartfelt thank you goes to Deb Presland, who has reached an outstanding 30 years of service. Over the years, Deb has become a familiar and much-loved presence within the facility, building meaningful connections with both residents and colleagues alike. Her compassion, reliability, and unwavering...