The Wilson Centre for children is situated in the grounds of the Wilson Home Trust, corner of Lake and St Leonards Roads, Takapuna. The Wilson Centre is in a park-like garden setting and is within easy walking distance to beach, shops and buses. Other facilities your child will enjoy include a purpose-built playground and hydrotherapy pool. Services provided are:
Child rehabilitation service
We'll help and support your child to gain the skills and abilities necessary for participation in everyday activities. Our team of skilled professionals includes nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, social worker, clinical neuropsychologist, play specialists and Pou Manaaki (Maori Liaison Advisor). Your child will receive 24-hour care provided by registered nurses, enrolled nurses and skilled hospital aides. Medical and orthopaedic cover is provided by consultants from Starship. Our local GP is also available. Our onsite Rehabilitation School classroom is staffed by the Northern Health Schools.
We can help you with additional support services such as: interpreters, chaplain services, Pou Manaaki (Maori Liaison Advisor), consumer advisor and other community services.
Respite service (Out of home support)
Respite (Out of home support) is provided by Waitemata DHB and is free for families in the Auckland and Northland regions. The service is for children 0-16 years old who have high support needs.
This service provides periodic relief to families who have children with multiple or complex needs living at home or in the community. Your child can enjoy a range of planned stays, which may include day stays, overnight week days, weekends and school holidays. 24-hour care is provided by registered nurses, enrolled nurses and skilled hospital aides. We also provide cultural support and social work.
Intensive respite – (also known as radical respite) as above, but designed to meet the needs of children who require a high level of intensity in supervision and intervention.
Our vision is to provide family-centred care and opportunities for your child. Because every child is an individual, we work with you to meet their needs in a flexible, fun and safe way. Staff will take time to listen to you. We'll follow through programmes and goals you already have in place. We also develop a care plan with you, to meet your child's needs.
As health professionals, we care about creating opportunities for your child to discover new experiences and friendships.
For further information please contact:
Wilson Centre Admission Coordinator
Phone (09) 488 4688 extn 5825
Fax (09) 489 8504
Rehabilitation services
Email rehab@waitematadhb.govt.nz
Respite services (Out of home support)
Email respite@waitematadhb.govt.nz