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News
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Bupa New Zealand launches Blua app, giving whānau greater visibility of everyday care
Bupa New Zealand has launched Blua, a new digital app giving whānau and friends greater visibility of the everyday care, wellbeing and activities of residents living in Bupa care homes.
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Bupa Healthy Cities movement expands across Aotearoa, turning steps into action for people and planet
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What does it actually cost to live in a retirement village in NZ?
If you're starting to explore retirement village living, understanding the costs involved is an important part of the process. While you may come across unfamiliar terms at first, retirement village costs in NZ are generally straightforward.
Stories
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Zest for life
Liston Heights Retirement Village resident Peter reckons life is pretty good. He wakes every morning to stunning views over Lake Taupo, enjoys morning tea with fellow residents most days, has his general apartment upkeep taken care of, and lunch and dinner delivered to his room every day. “It’s like living in a hotel!” he laughs.
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In her happy place
Bupa resident Colleen says the decision to move to St Kilda Retirement Village was founded on a desire to be close to family, a fondness for the local area and the reassurance of a care home on site.
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It’s the little things
Complimentary hot soup in the wintertime, flat whites and hot chocolate on demand and a warm, cosy home with little maintenance are all moments to savour for Bupa residents Randall and Jeanette.
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Can you have pets in a retirement village?
If you have a much-loved dog, cat or other pet, there’s one question that may be high on your list when you start thinking about retirement living: can my pet come with me to a retirement village?
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What makes a great retirement village? Five key things to consider
What makes a great retirement village? The answer will be a little different for everyone, whether it’s proximity to family, a lively village activities calendar, or perhaps a true sense of community and belonging.
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Retirement village vs rest home vs care home: What's the difference?
The terms “retirement village”, “rest home” and “care home” are often used as though they mean the same thing, but there are some very important differences. And when you’re trying to understand the options for yourself, a family member or friend, knowing what each one means can make the decision a little easier.
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How to choose a retirement village in New Zealand
Choosing a retirement village that feels right for you is a decision that reflects how you'd like to live in the years ahead. Whether you're looking to downsize, spend less time on home maintenance, make new connections and friendships or be closer to family, choosing a retirement village is all about you.
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What does it actually cost to live in a retirement village in NZ?
If you're starting to explore retirement village living, understanding the costs involved is an important part of the process. While you may come across unfamiliar terms at first, retirement village costs in NZ are generally straightforward.
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Bupa Invests in AI to Support Smarter, Safer Aged Care
Bupa New Zealand has announced the full rollout of its AI-supported care platform Nexus AI, designed to help frontline teams deliver safer, more responsive and consistent care and services to its residents.
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Supporting your partner who is caring for an ageing parent
When your partner takes on the role of caring for an ageing parent, the impact is rarely limited to one person. Caregiving is often rooted in love and a strong sense of responsibility, but it can also bring emotional strain, fatigue, and difficult decisions.
Care Homes: Watch residents' families talk about life at Bupa.
Aged care testimonial
Adrian's story
Trusting Bupa to care for his wife of 50 years was not a decision Adrian made lightly, but Yvonne’s level of care and relationship with the team has given her a second family, and Adrian peace of mind.
Aged care testimonial
Dianne's story
Bupa’s person first, dementia second philosophy was essential in Dianne’s decision to move her husband Billy to a care home. She and Bupa have worked together to ensure Billy gets the care he needs.
Aged care testimonial
Nicole's story
Bupa was the natural choice for Nicole’s vibrant father Gary, who lives with cognitive decline. With the right people around him, Gary transformed from rarely moving to literally dancing down the hallway.