The truth about village living
There’s a lot said about retirement villages.
Get the facts.
Here you’ll find clear, factual information, from how the retirement village model works, to the legal protections every resident has.
Villages offer secure, purpose-built homes, strong communities and the peace of mind that comes with knowing support is close by if it’s needed.
More than 53,000 older New Zealanders live in retirement villages today.
Every week, around 130 more make the same choice.
This website is here to explain how villages work - the facts about fees, legal rights, and protections.
So you can make an informed choice that’s right for you.