Finding the right support in Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay — covering Napier, Hastings, and the surrounding region — has a well-established aged care sector serving a significant older population. The region's climate and lifestyle have made it popular for retirement, and this is reflected in the range of services available across both Napier and Hastings.
Napier and Hastings have the main concentration of services and are close enough together that families generally have practical access to both. Wairoa and the more rural northern areas have fewer options. Note that Hawke's Bay was significantly affected by Cyclone Gabrielle in early 2023 — the region has largely recovered but it is worth confirming service continuity with any specific provider when making enquiries.
ABOUT THIS PAGE
Services listed here are based in Hawke's Bay. The guides and information on this site apply across all of New Zealand — the Residential Care Subsidy, Enduring Power of Attorney, and retirement village law are the same in Hawke's Bay as everywhere else in NZ.
Elder care services in Hawke's Bay
Browse services by type below. Each category lists providers operating in Hawke's Bay.
Retirement villages in Hawke's Bay
Home care and support in Hawke's Bay
Rest homes and residential care in Hawke's Bay
Dementia care in Hawke's Bay
Legal help — elder law and estate planning in Hawke's Bay
Financial advice for aged care in Hawke's Bay
Transport services for elderly in Hawke's Bay
Meal delivery services in Hawke's Bay
Community groups and social activities in Hawke's Bay
Respite care in Hawke's Bay
Key organisations in Hawke's Bay
Age Concern Hawke's Bay serves the Napier and Hastings areas.
Dementia Hawke's Bay provides dementia support across the region.
The Hawke's Bay NASC (under Health New Zealand Hawke's Bay) coordinates government-funded support — your parent's GP can initiate a referral.
Guides for families
These guides cover national NZ rules and processes — fully relevant to families in Hawke's Bay.
How to start the conversation with an ageing parent about needing more help
What enduring power of attorney means — and why you need it before a crisis
How to assess whether an elderly parent is safe living alone
Can't find what you need in Hawke’s Bay?
If a service you're looking for isn't listed yet, get in touch. We're building out Hawke's Bay coverage and want to hear what's missing. If you're a provider in Hawke's Bay, list your service here.