Looking for rest homes in Lower Hutt District? This Wellington-region city offers a wide range of aged care services including residential, respite and dementia care — all within easy reach of health facilities, transport, and community support.
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Providers in Lower Hutt
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Residential Care
- 63 Wai-Iti Crescent
- Woburn
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Thursday, 14th May 2026, 8:47am
Residential Care
- 18 Glen Road
- Stokes Valley
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Wednesday, 13th May 2026, 8:20am
Residential Care
- 14 Manor Park Rd
- Lower Hutt
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Thursday, 14th May 2026, 10:31am
Residential Care
- 1A Boulcott Street
- Boulcott
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Thursday, 14th May 2026, 10:06am
Residential Care
- 1-5 Connolly Street
- Boulcott
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Thursday, 14th May 2026, 8:35am
Residential Care
- 57 Ropata Crescent
- Boulcott
- Lower Hutt
Updated at: Thursday, 14th May 2026, 9:27am
Choosing a Residential Care Facility in Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt District is a well-connected centre for aged care in the Wellington region, offering rest homes that cater to older adults across all stages of care. Whether you're searching for long-term residential support, dementia care, or temporary respite, facilities in Lower Hutt are designed to deliver safety, comfort, and professional support. With easy access to Wellington Hospital, public transport, and family services, aged care here is both convenient and community-focused. Providers place strong emphasis on dignity, cultural sensitivity, and personal wellbeing, ensuring that residents and whānau feel supported every step of the way. Discover rest homes in Lower Hutt that blend care with community.
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.
How much does living in a residential care home cost?
The cost of living in a residential care home will differ depending on where you are around the country. There is something in place called the Maximum Contribution , which is the maximum amount you will ever be charged for your care. The current figures range from $1,460.27 to $1,535.66...
Can I review my premium accommodation charges.
If you cannot (or no longer wish to) pay the premium accommodation charges, you can review your premium tenancy 18 months after admission and every six months thereafter. The provider then has six months to move you to a standard room, giving three days’ notice, or cease charging premium room...
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.
What is the Maximum Contribution?
Everyone in a certified and contracted care home is required to pay for their accommodation and services. If you have little to no assets the government uses your NZ Super to pay for your care. If you have assets and/or income over the required thresholds, you are required to contribute/pay...
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Home and Community
Fully independent and living at home. There are many services to make life at home easier.
Retirement Village
Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
Residential Care
The full service options for all the support and levels of care you could need.
What's New
Curious about what’s happening in the Eldernet community? This is where you’ll find the latest updates and news from people across the motu.
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...
Radius St Allisa - Residential Care
A Hidden Sanctuary in the Heart of the City Imagine standing in the heart of busy Upper Riccarton surrounded by schools, supermarkets, and the constant rhythm of the city. Cars passing, people rushing, life moving fast… And then, you step through our gates. Suddenly, everything softens. The noise fades into...