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Knox Development
The homes on our Ranfurly Road, Epsom site were originally developed in 1974 after moving from the original site in the St Johns area. The perceived needs of our residents five decades ago, let alone back in 1911 when the original home was built, are much different now.
Since 2008, the Knox Home Trust Board has focused on improving and developing the home to contemporary demands with the philosophies of the Eden Alternative firmly in mind. Not only is there is a need to provide the best facilities we can but also to optimise use of our site.
Our Master Plan for the whole site includes the replacement of Totara Home and part of Rimu Home. Long term planning also includes consideration for the replacement of Kowhai and Rimu homes. Key components of this planning is our commitment to Knox values, the Eden Alternative and the Knox Home Trust Deed. This is balanced by the commercial imperative to grow a community that remains sustainable into the future.
2021 - 2024: New Puka and Totara Homes
After a long development phase, we have completed 64-bed Totara Home which replaced the old Totara and Puka Homes and part of Rimu Home.
In preparation for the new Totara Home build, we developed replacement accommodation for those residents in the ‘old’ homes before demolition took place. The Knox Home Trust Board made the decision to build a new Puka Home on a site adjoining the main carpark which was completed in December 2021.
Puka Home is home to 37 residents within two homes, Harakeke and Kawakawa. All accommodation is on a single level with large open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen spaces. All bedrooms open to substantial decking and landscaped gardens.
The new Totara Home is a substantially-built home allowing Knox to provide high standards of resident comfort and care.
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If you are interested in Totara Home, please contact our Care Administrator, Megan by clicking here.
Premium contemporary residence for the widest range of hospital and rest home care
Totara Home was completed in 2024 including the latest in care home innovations, technology and comfort.
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60 large ensuite bedrooms are complemented with four two-room apartments built over two levels. Totara Home has been designed to provide flow, light, community, privacy and relaxing living spaces that really work for residents.
Innovative and unmatched in Auckland
Bright, modern and generous, Puriri Home offers residents atmosphere, comfort and independence.
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Two light-filled levels with 21 large bedrooms, private and shared decks, fully equipped kitchens, and cosy living rooms.
2019: Puriri Home
New 23-bed Puriri Home sits on the corner of Market and Ranfurly Roads was officially opened on 22 May 2019. Built on two levels, with a lift and stairs, it is home to two new households.
We have minimised wasted space in circulation areas so that living spaces and flow are maximised. The design focuses on generous shared living spaces with wonderful light and neighbourhood views.
Uniquely, two of the new bedrooms offered are double suites for couples or perhaps siblings who both need care. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms.
Each household has its own open plan kitchen, comfortably furnished dining and lounge rooms as well as a cosy fireplace.
Residents have full use of the kitchen to prepare drinks, snacks or even full meals if they choose. The dining table is social central where residents can catch up with other residents as a group or they can invite their own families or friends in to share. Meals are still catered by the Knox chef.
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If you are interested in Puriri Home, please contact our Care Administrator, Megan by clicking here.
