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
HC
Residential Care
- 394 Te Moana Road
- Waikanae
- Waikanae
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 9:26am
RH
DC
HC
Residential Care
- 18 Glen Road
- Stokes Valley
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 9:24am
RH
Residential Care
- 15 Aotea Drive
- Aotea
- Porirua
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 8:32am
RH
DC
HC
Residential Care
- 1A Boulcott Street
- Boulcott
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 2:08pm
PG
Residential Care
- 14 Manor Park Rd
- Lower Hutt
- Lower Hutt
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 7:45am
RH
HC
Residential Care
- 134 Burma Road
- Johnsonville
- Wellington
Vacancy:
Yes
Updated at: Friday, 21st August 2026, 8:22am
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 the asset limit for the rest home subsidy 2025-2026?
If you are single the limit is $291,825. If you are a couple and you both need care the limit is $291,825. If you are a couple, and one of you needs care there are two threshold options: Combined assets of $159,810, not including the value of your home and...
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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 $1,571.57...
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Need information about moving into a rest home?
You will find all the information you need here on the Eldernet site including, the process for accessing this service and a listing for every rest home or care home in the country. Eldernet Residential Care gives older people and those supporting them free, unbiased, and comprehensive information about moving...
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What is a premium room?
A premium room (or a room that has premium accommodation charges) is a room that has features that are NOT required under the Age Related Residential Care Agreement (ARRC) (i.e., they are over and above the standard features and services). Those who pay for premium accommodation do not get a...
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