The people
The people
make the place
Rest home and hospital care
Our residents are cared for as people – not as patients – by loyal, committed staff who genuinely love what they do. With fewer than 50 residents, personal connection and care are just part of our every work day.
Friendly faces
We are proud to offer a high staff-to-patient ratio. The majority of our staff have been with us for more than four years, which means they form closer relationships with our residents and can offer very high standard of care. We also offer physiotherapy and podiatry services.
Our doors are open
Visitors are always welcome to stop by, stay for a meal or sleep overnight if a loved one is unwell. We often host birthday parties and other small celebrations, to ensure all those little milestones are marked and enjoyed.
Darlene Eweje
Fairview Care Manager
Darlene is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in May 2014 after four years at Waitemata District Health Board. She is a UK-trained nurse with over 20 years’ experience working in a variety of settings, including clinical, management and leadership roles. With a Masters in Community Health Nursing at Massey University, Darlene has a special interest in caring for older adults, supporting their independence, maintaining their identities and individualities, celebrating who they are and ensuring their journey at Fairview Care is a positive one. She strongly believes in change and improvement, and will often ask the question, “What can we do to make things better for our residents?
Astrid Rivera
Clinical Nurse Lead
Astrid has been a registered nurse for nearly eight years. She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2009 in the Philippines, and moved to New Zealand in 2011 for new opportunities. In 2012, she gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control, completed a short course in Certificate Nursing in New Zealand (Level 7), and gained her nursing registration. In 2013, Astrid moved to Matamata and started working as a nurse, then moved to Auckland in 2013, and joined the team at Fairview Care in June 2015. She has loved working here with our wonderful, supportive staff. She finds working in Fairview Care to be enriching and fulfilling.
Glare Paunel
Diversional Therapist
Glare completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1995, a Diploma in Professional Education in 2008 and a year later, she completed units in a Master’s in Education majoring in Special Education (Learning Disability). Glare worked in the Philippines for several years as a teacher, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. Soon after completing a Certificate in Diversional Therapy, she was employed by Fairview Care. Glare finds working with the elderly to be deeply fulfilling. As part of the Fairview Care team, she makes significant and enriching connections, working closely with the residents and their families on a daily basis. Glare cherishes these special bonds, and gains a great deal of satisfaction working in Faiview Care.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care Assistant
Vasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work. A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride. They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a care giver with a big heart.
Darlene Eweje
Fairview Care ManagerDarlene is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in May 2014 after four years at Waitemata District Health Board. She is a UK-trained nurse with over 20 years’ experience working in a variety of settings, including clinical, management and leadership roles. With a Masters in Community Health Nursing at Massey University, Darlene has a special interest in caring for older adults, supporting their independence, maintaining their identities and individualities, celebrating who they were and ensuring their journey at Fairview Care is a positive one. She strongly believes in change and improvement, and will often ask the question, “What can we do to make things better for our residents?
Darlene Eweje
Fairview Care ManagerDarlene is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in May 2014 after four years at Waitemata District Health Board. She is a UK-trained nurse with over 20 years’ experience working in a variety of settings, including clinical, management and leadership roles. With a Masters in Community Health Nursing at Massey University, Darlene has a special interest in caring for older adults, supporting their independence, maintaining their identities and individualities, celebrating who they were and ensuring their journey at Fairview Care is a positive one. She strongly believes in change and improvement, and will often ask the question, “What can we do to make things better for our residents?
Glare Paunel
Diversional TherapistGlare completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1995, a Diploma in Professional Education in 2008 and a year later, she completed units in a Master’s in Education majoring in Special Education (Learning Disability). Glare worked in the Philippines for several years as a teacher, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. Soon after completing a Certificate in Diversional Therapy, she was employed by Fairview Care. Glare finds working with the elderly to be deeply fulfilling. As part of the Fairview Care team, she makes significant and enriching connections, working closely with the residents and their families on a daily basis. Glare cherishes these special bonds, and gains a great deal of satisfaction working in Faiview Care.
Glare Paunel
Diversional TherapistGlare completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1995, a Diploma in Professional Education in 2008 and a year later, she completed units in a Master’s in Education majoring in Special Education (Learning Disability). Glare worked in the Philippines for several years as a teacher, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. Soon after completing a Certificate in Diversional Therapy, she was employed by Fairview Care. Glare finds working with the elderly to be deeply fulfilling. As part of the Fairview Care team, she makes significant and enriching connections, working closely with the residents and their families on a daily basis. Glare cherishes these special bonds, and gains a great deal of satisfaction working in Faiview Care.
Astrid Rivera
Clinical Nurse LeadAstrid has been a registered nurse for nearly eight years. She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2009 in the Philippines, and moved to New Zealand in 2011 for new opportunities. In 2012, she gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control, completed a short course in Certificate Nursing in New Zealand (Level 7), and gained her nursing registration. In 2013, Astrid moved to Matamata and started working as a nurse, then moved to Auckland in 2013, and joined the team at Fairview Care in June 2015. She has loved working here with our wonderful, supportive staff. She finds working in Fairview Care to be enriching and fulfilling.
Astrid Rivera
Clinical Nurse LeadAstrid has been a registered nurse for nearly eight years. She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2009 in the Philippines, and moved to New Zealand in 2011 for new opportunities. In 2012, she gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control, completed a short course in Certificate Nursing in New Zealand (Level 7), and gained her nursing registration. In 2013, Astrid moved to Matamata and started working as a nurse, then moved to Auckland in 2013, and joined the team at Fairview Care in June 2015. She has loved working here with our wonderful, supportive staff. She finds working in Fairview Care to be enriching and fulfilling.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care AssistantVasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work. A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride. They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a care giver with a big heart.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care AssistantVasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work. A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride. They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a care giver with a big heart.
Book a time to meet our lovely staff and see our facilities for yourself by calling 09 477 3980 or [email protected].