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Life at Bupa
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Caring
Interest exceeds expectations as new Wellington village nears completion
There were blue dots scattered across the three levels of Crofton Downs Retirement Village floor plans, as interest in the new development reached fever pitch over the weekend.
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Healthier
Weekly village quiz time a test of knowledge and fun
Armed with a cup of tea and pen, the residents of Bupa St Andrews Retirement Village in Hamilton come together every Friday morning for quiz time.
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Caring
Evergreen camellia tree for care home
Bupa The Booms Care Home residents celebrated Arbor Day by planting a new tree in their backyard.
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Healthier
Keeping moving on a winter morning
With nine different exercise classes held every week, the residents of Bupa Ballarat Retirement Village in Rangiora are continuing to move and keep active during the colder months.
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Healthier
Balloon ride a bucket list tick for resident
A Bupa Glenburn Retirement Village resident is ticking off adventures on her bucket list with the latest being a hot air balloon ride.
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Life at Bupa | Villages
Life at Wattle Downs is the cat's whiskers
Villa testimonial
Claudia and Barbara's story
Best friends Claudia and Barbara are now neighbours at Bupa. They love the relaxed village atmosphere and supportive community.
Hear from our Bupa families
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 staff 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.