Residents' stories

The apartment and views, great location and opportunity to join a variety of clubs with like-minded residents proved major drawcards for Barry and his wife Jen when they made the move from their family home to Crofton Downs.

Suresh loves that his village is in the same neighbourhood where he has spent the last 20 years, allowing him to stay connected to his community.

Hazel feels comfortable and safe in her Bupa villa. She loves having lots of storage and space for her treasured keepsakes.

Anne enjoys the magnificent sunsets from her west facing apartment. “Everything is here, I've made great friends and we have a lot of fun.”

Bev and Evan love the space and ease of living in their Bupa apartment, and Bev has even noticed a positive change in Evan’s health.

Find out how retirement village living changed May for the better, allowing her to be more outgoing and boost her confidence. 

Kathleen and Les are embracing life in their Bupa retirement village. They’re more social and enjoy their apartment overlooking the gardens.

Pam says moving to an apartment was the best decision. "Every day there’s something to make us smile.”

Bev and Ian are very comfortable with life in a retirement village. They were able to downsize their belongings considerably, and enjoy additional safety and security.

Andrea and Toby fell in love with the beautiful view of the valley from their apartment at Bupa. They are able to stay active and social easily, with transport nearby and a friendly village community.

Bupa residents Helen, Bhaadie and Roy enjoy quality of life and independence while embracing the security and peace of mind that care home living offers.

Bupa was a natural choice for Sharon’s mother-in-law Kamal and husband Suresh, with peace of mind for the family that Kamal’s care needs are met, alongside continued retirement living for Suresh.

Jean and her family wanted peace of mind and security for her. She says the care she receives is “top notch” and she’s very happy in what she calls her “new home”.

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.

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.

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.