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Life at Bupa
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CaringCooking up a storm at Bupa Parkstone Care Home – with Shafa Rahman
Shafa shares how she became Head Chef for Bupa Parkstone and her methods of planning a sensational menu for the residents.
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CaringFive gadgets for peace of mind
If your friend or relative is elderly and still lives at home, here are five gadgets to help keep them safe and provide peace of mind.
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FamiliesWedding celebration at St Kilda Retirement Village
The wedding of Colleen and Graeme Northe saw them convert their retirement village community centre into their wedding venue, capping off a whirlwind love story.
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CaringTips for visiting a care home
At Bupa we understand that visiting someone in a care home can be new and different for some. We’ve put together a few ideas that may help.
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Caring
Tips to avoid a slip or fall in the bathroom
A slip or a fall at any age can be dangerous, but falls become increasingly common – and far more likely to cause injury –for people over the age of 55.
Featured stories
Press release | Bupa Foundation
$580,000 in funding support for local community organisations
Community organisations across New Zealand will have the opportunity to share in a total of $580,000 in grants, aimed at supporting programs that contribute positively to mentally healthy and sustainable societies.
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Press release
NZ Landcare Trust & Bupa Foundation join forces for a sustainable future
The Bupa Foundation and NZ Landcare Trust are pleased to announce a new partnership to champion nature regeneration and address eco-anxiety and mental wellbeing for New Zealanders.
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Life at Bupa | Villages
Life at Wattle Downs is the cat's whiskers
When Smokey’s owner needed to make the move from her apartment at Bupa Wattle Downs Retirement Village, to the care home on site, Smokey continued to live his best life in the apartment next door.
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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.