Aberleigh Rest Home

Aberleigh Rest Home We welcome new residents and enjoy getting to know them. People are encouraged to continue with familiar roles and remain involved in the running of the

We have been enjoying the arrival of spring, and with it warmer days and blossom on the trees. We hope you enjoy these p...
28/09/2025

We have been enjoying the arrival of spring, and with it warmer days and blossom on the trees. We hope you enjoy these photos of our blossoming trees and our residents enjoying activities at home.

We recently marked National Awareness Week for Diversional and Recreational Therapy. This year’s theme is He Kākano, He ...
28/09/2025

We recently marked National Awareness Week for Diversional and Recreational Therapy. This year’s theme is He Kākano, He Tipu – From Seed to Growth.

"Growth happens through care, nurture, and connection. Just as a seed needs soil, water, and sunlight, people flourish when they are supported with creativity, empathy, and companionship.” (Society of Diversional and Recreational Therapists)

Our activities team plans activities to support our residents’ physical, social and emotional needs. Their vital work helps our residents to feel good. It enhances their quality of life by building connection, bringing a sense of belonging and purpose, and helping to keep minds and bodies active.

Pictured are our wonderful activities team; Sheenary, Mary and Vicki.

Matariki is a wonderful time to remember, reflect and look ahead. We remember loved ones who have passed, and we celebra...
19/06/2025

Matariki is a wonderful time to remember, reflect and look ahead. We remember loved ones who have passed, and we celebrate the moments of love and laughter in our home. We share joy and stories, and we are grateful for the aroha within our rest home community. May the rising of the Matariki stars bring peace and connectedness.

Mānawatia a Matariki

Last month, we were lucky to have Claire come in to run a beading workshop for a small but eager group of residents in t...
26/05/2025

Last month, we were lucky to have Claire come in to run a beading workshop for a small but eager group of residents in the Ngaio lounge.

Claire provided many beautiful beads of all shapes, sizes and colours. There were beads made from wood, large textured beads, alphabet beads, some that glow in the dark, and even some that change colour. The residents made bracelets and some chose to use the alphabet beads to write their name, or the name of a previous pet.

We shared a lovely time together that was both creative and social. The residents enjoyed taking away and wearing the bracelets.

We recently enjoyed an outing to Brayshaw Heritage Park. The residents enjoyed looking at the vintage bikes and cars. Fu...
14/05/2025

We recently enjoyed an outing to Brayshaw Heritage Park. The residents enjoyed looking at the vintage bikes and cars. Fun times were had by all!

We had a lovely day on Sunday as we celebrated Mothers' Day.
14/05/2025

We had a lovely day on Sunday as we celebrated Mothers' Day.

We hope all of the mothers and mother figures in our community have had a great day. We appreciate the love and care you...
11/05/2025

We hope all of the mothers and mother figures in our community have had a great day. We appreciate the love and care you bring to our home.

Anzac Day was a memorable occasion here at Aberleigh. Together we read the poem 'They shall not grow old' and sang 'God ...
30/04/2025

Anzac Day was a memorable occasion here at Aberleigh. Together we read the poem 'They shall not grow old' and sang 'God Defend New Zealand' and 'Abide with Me'. One of our DTs read an account of a battle written by Peter McIntyre the war artist. We listened to Slim Dusty singing, and the band played 'Waltzing Matilda'.

A couple of our residents chose to speak about relatives who had fought in WW 1 and 2. Finally, one of our residents spoke about his own experience at Mururoa Atoll as a member of the NZ Navy present at the time of the first testing of the atomic bomb.

We set up a table with a white cross, surrounded by rosemary (for remembrance) and poppies made from red paper.

We had a lovely Easter in our home. We enjoyed delicious chocolate eggs and bunny crafts!
30/04/2025

We had a lovely Easter in our home. We enjoyed delicious chocolate eggs and bunny crafts!

Autumn leaves are falling, the air is turning crisp, and cosy moments fill our home. As Easter approaches, we welcome th...
18/04/2025

Autumn leaves are falling, the air is turning crisp, and cosy moments fill our home. As Easter approaches, we welcome the warmth of togetherness.

We are making have most of our time before the cold sets in. We're enjoying autumn walks, sitting outside and watching o...
10/04/2025

We are making have most of our time before the cold sets in. We're enjoying autumn walks, sitting outside and watching our beautiful caterpillars preparing to become butterflies.

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17-19 McCallum Street
Blenheim
7201

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03 578 7966

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