St Johns Hill Lifecare is part of Heritage Lifecare, at 2 Virginia Road in Saint Johns Hill, Whanganui. The website lists rest home care, with registered nurses and trained carers on duty around the clock, along with hospital care, a day programme, respite stays of up to a couple of weeks, intermediate care and palliative care. Rooms overlook the Whanganui River and countryside, and come with a nurse call system and WiFi. Premium rooms, with a full or semi ensuite, a larger room or a unique view, are charged on top of the daily care fee, at $6 to $62 as at 2026, according to the website, which says these prices may change. Physiotherapy, podiatry and hairdressing are also listed.
Activities include happy hour, board games and outings in the care home van. The gardens are landscaped, and the town centre, with a pharmacy and library, is a short drive away. Website testimonials describe the staff as friendly and caring, and say it was an easy decision to come here.