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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- 135 Constable Street
- Newtown
- Wellington
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Monday, 18th August 2025, 8:58am
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Hospital
- 51 Hospital Rd
- Newtown
- Wellington
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Monday, 18th August 2025, 9:50am
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Rest Home
- 2 Field Street
- Silverstream
- Upper Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Care Suite Vacancy:
No
Updated at: Tuesday, 19th August 2025, 8:23am
Psychogeriatric
- 14 Manor Park Rd
- Lower Hutt
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Monday, 18th August 2025, 9:18am
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Rest Home
- 71 Rintoul Street
- Newtown
- Wellington
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Tuesday, 19th August 2025, 8:01am
Hospital
- 3 Perry Street
- Heretaunga
- Upper Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Monday, 18th August 2025, 2:08pm
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 a RAD?
A RAD or Refundable Accommodation Deposit is an alternative to paying premium charges, and is offered by some facilities. It is a single upfront payment that is refunded in full after your room is vacated. Find out more about premium accommodation charges here. Find rest home bed vacancies on Eldernet...
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I live in a rest home. Is this the end of my sex life?
The quick 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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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...
Residential care
My children think I should go into care but I don't agree
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 or events that have led to this situation. Showing yourself to be willing to listen to all perspectives and medical advice before deciding what to...
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Terence Kennedy House - Hospital
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Terence Kennedy House - Rest Home
Culture is a big part of team and residents, and we celebrate it!
Kimihia Home & Hospital - Rest Home
Notice of Annual General Meeting: Notice is hereby given that the AGM of the North Waikato Care of the Aged Trust Board will be held at Kimihia Home & Hospital, 76 Rosser St, Huntly on Monday 22nd September 2025 at 7.00pm. Members of the public are invited to attend.
Everil Orr Living - Mount Albert - Rest Home
Everil Orr Open days Join us at our next open home 10 am to 2pm on Sarturday 16th August 2025 or phone for a personal booking 021357034