New Zealand's guide to retirement villages and rest homes
What retirement living would suit you?
Village Guide is your independent guide to retirement villages and rest homes in New Zealand.
Independent living through to full care – whatever your needs,
we’ll help you find a home to suit.
Independent Living
Maximum privacy and freedom in your own home, but with the security and companionship that comes with village life.
- Villas
- Townhouses
- Apartments
Assisted Living
Get help with day-to-day tasks or medical conditions, but still retain the privacy and independence of living in your own home.
- Serviced apartments
- Serviced studios
Rest Homes
Full-time residential care in a dedicated facility, provided by trained caregivers and registered nurses.
- Standard rooms
- Premium rooms
- Care suites
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Get the information you need to make an informed decision about retirement villages.
“I walked in and I said, this is it. I could live here”
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