Kōwhainui Home
Your place, your space
Kōwhainui Home in Whanganui provides a warm, welcoming environment with established gardens and a caring team.
Residents enjoy companionship, comfort and support in a setting designed to promote independence and community connection.
Positive ageing services in Whanganui
With Enliven, support can change as your needs change. Ask us about short-term respite, hospital-level care, or a permanent move.
We are happy to help you based on your individual situation to help you choose what's right for you.
An elder-centred community
At Kōwhainui Home we embrace Enliven’s philosophy of care, which ensures every resident experiences companionship, spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity, and a true sense of purpose.
Residents are encouraged to stay closely connected with family, friends and the wider community. Many even take part in decision-making, including staff interview panels, helping shape daily life at Kowhainui Home.
A full range of positive ageing services
Short-term respite and health recovery care are also available, providing peace of mind for both residents and families.
Independent retirement living
Kōwhainui spans two neighbouring sites in Otamatea — Kōwhainui Drive and Edith Collier Drive. Together, they form a boutique village of 33 two-bedroom villas (licence to occupy).
The villas are nestled among established gardens, with a warm, leafy setting and easy access to local amenities like St John’s Hill Shopping Centre and Virginia Lake Reserve.
Care options at Kōwhainui Home
From rest home and hospital-level care to day programme support, you’ll find the right level of care here.
Kōwhainui Village residents also have priority entry to Kōwhainui Home if their needs change.
Our Philosophy of Care
At Enliven, we believe true wellbeing goes beyond clinical care. Our philosophy of care focuses on supporting older people to live with meaning, dignity, and independence.
We work alongside elders and their whānau to create vibrant, welcoming communities where every person feels valued and connected.
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