Health Care
Rest easy, Ashburton District enjoys an excellent level and range of health services consisting of both private practices and top quality public facilities. St John paramedics and other emergency services have attended bases in Ashburton. And it's good to know that Christchurch is close by if more specialised treatment is needed.
Ashburton Hospital
Ashburton Hospital is a large modern general hospital providing complete emergency, general surgical and maternity services with a comprehensive range of in patient, day patient, outpatient and community health services.
Health Professionals
General practitioners, dentists, optometrists, physiotherapists, visiting orthodontists and podiatrists have established practices and also travel throughout the Ashburton District.
Elderly care
Quality care for the elderly is provided with a range of rest home oportunities, all with private rooms and hospital facilities. Day care centres and community services also support the ill, infirm or elderly in their own homes.
Child care
Many Child Care facilities and options are available for families. Preschools, creches and the Plunket Society provide health and development checks for children from birth to five years. The district provides a range of support services for parents, from social groups to professional services for children with special needs.