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Tony and June ‘lucky’ to be together in their serviced apartment

residents in the serviced apartment

Tony and June ‘lucky’ to be together in their serviced apartment

Nov 7, 2025 2 min read

Dark Destroyer swoops into Kevin Hickman Village

Dark Destroyer swoops into Kevin Hickman Village

Nov 6, 2025 2 min read

Friendship goals realised for Keith Park Village’s ‘Golden Girls’

Three older ladies enjoying each other's company in pleasant indoor surroundings

Friendship goals realised for Keith Park Village’s ‘Golden Girls’

Oct 31, 2025 3 min read

Big-hearted Ryman residents fundraise bumper donation for St John

A very happy group of people celebrate while holding a giant cheque

Big-hearted Ryman residents fundraise bumper donation for St John

Oct 24, 2025 3 min read

Bruce McLaren Village is in pole position

Large group of people standing in front of retirement village holding awards and celebrating

Bruce McLaren Village is in pole position

Oct 10, 2025 2 min read

Ryman Healthcare wins Best Provider in 2025 NZ’s Best Awards

Smiling man in suit receives framed award from smiling woman

Ryman Healthcare wins Best Provider in 2025 NZ’s Best Awards

Oct 3, 2025 4 min read

How long can someone stay in respite care in New Zealand?

Respite care at Ryman

How long can someone stay in respite care in New Zealand?

Oct 2, 2025 4 min read

Checking the mail now part of special care unit’s daily routine

A smiling woman unveils the cover off a mailbox while others watch on in delight

Checking the mail now part of special care unit’s daily routine

Sep 26, 2025 3 min read

Gloria and Guy happy to give up house maintenance for good!

Smiling older couple sit together in homely surroundings

Gloria and Guy happy to give up house maintenance for good!

Sep 22, 2025 3 min read

Popular articles

  • How to choose the right assisted living facility in New Zealand

    Assisted living in a serviced apartment is a type of residential care designed for older adults who may need some assistance but want to maintain their autonomy. Support with everyday tasks such as housework, home maintenance, and meals is provided in a safe, comfortable environment that encourages social engagement and personal autonomy.

    This option bridges the gap between living at home and full-time care, making it ideal for people who want to age in place and maintain their independence for as long as possible.

     

    A resident in the assisted living facility
  • ‘We came, we saw, we bought!'

    Larry and Liz had the perfect vantage point to watch Bert Sutcliffe Village being built – from their home across the road! Despite that, they initially signed up for another village in Auckland.

    “I’d come over to open days prior to it being completed and we were too young at that stage,” says Larry.

    “I’d indicated to Leanne the Sales Advisor back then that if she had one with a view, on a corner, and we were old enough, then yeah… we’d be in!”

    Larry and Liz
  • Tony and June ‘lucky’ to be together in their serviced apartment

    Tony and June feel like the luckiest people at Princess Alexandra Village.

    The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.

    “It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”

    residents in the serviced apartment
  • Ladies celebrate 10 years of friendship at Possum Bourne Village

    Two Possum Bourne Village residents have two reasons to celebrate this month.

    This 27 November will mark 10 years since Maureen Peach and Colleen Antonievich moved into the Pukekohe village with their husbands Graham and Des - and 10 years since the start of a beautiful friendship between them.

    Being two of the original cohort to move into the village in 2015, Village Manager Ruben Kumar invited the pair to join him for a special afternoon tea to celebrate.

     

    Two Possum Bourne Village residents celebrate 10 years of friendship
  • From five star hotels to global icons - Ryman chefs serve only the best!

    Before making the move to the retirement sector, many of our chefs at Ryman Healthcare have worked all around the world in some of the finest restaurants and hotels, often serving up platters for the rich and famous.

    This means that our residents are getting the benefit of this fantastic experience now delivered right to their plates!

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