Looking for rest homes in the Wellington region? From the city centre of Wellington to suburbs like Lower Hutt, aged care providers across the region offer high-quality residential care, dementia support and respite services. Find trusted rest homes close to family, healthcare and essential services.
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Providers in Wellington
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RH
Residential Care
- 91 Marine Parade
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Paraparaumu
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 9:50am
RH
HC
Residential Care
- 104 Realm Drive
- Paraparaumu
- Paraparaumu
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 9:18am
RH
HC
Residential Care
- 24 Mallard Grove
- Churton Park
- Wellington
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 9:31am
Residential Care
- 57 Wai-iti Crescent
- Woburn
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 8:03am
RH
DC
HC
Residential Care
- 25 Graham Street
- Petone
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 7:54am
DC
HC
PG
Residential Care
- 91 Main Road North (Note: follow bypass to the Lindale Centre) , Lindale
- Otaihanga
- Paraparaumu
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Thursday, 15th October 2026, 7:52am
Choosing a Residential Care Facility in Wellington
Wellington region offers a comprehensive selection of rest homes and aged care services across multiple districts, including Wellington City, Lower Hutt, and Kāpiti Coast. Whether you need long-term residential care, short-term respite, or specialist dementia services, facilities here are known for their high standards of care and urban accessibility. Many providers are located near medical centres, public transport, and community hubs, making them convenient for both residents and visiting whānau. Rest homes in Wellington are designed with comfort, safety, and wellbeing in mind, often offering lifestyle programmes, medical oversight, and cultural inclusivity. Whether you're looking for a central city rest home or something more residential, the Wellington region has care options to suit every stage of ageing.
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 premium accommodation or a premium bed?
Premium accommodation is that which provides amenities over and above the ARRC agreement requirements. It attracts additional daily costs of $5 to $100 plus. These services may include fixed features (such as an ensuite, tea/coffee making area or a view for example) and/or features associated with the room (such as...
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My children think I should go into care but I don't agree
This article assumes that you have been assessed as being eligible for residential care and that you also have the option of staying at home. It is not easy hearing that others want you to make a potentially life changing decision. It is likely that there has been an event...
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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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Who pays for dementia care in New Zealand?
If someone has been assessed as requiring dementia level care in New Zealand, they are responsible for paying, or contributing, towards the cost of that care. People with available funds will pay privately for this care; others will have the cost of care subsidised through government funding. For those who...
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