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JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

28 Dogwood Way , Milson, Palmerston North, New Zealand 4414

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93.7% (19 Reviews)

4.68 out of 5 stars - 19 votes

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Overview

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Serviced Apartments
3+ bedroom Townhouse
2 Bedroom Townhouse
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This business is part of Ryman Healthcare Ltd.

Located in the prestigious Clearview Park subdivision in Milson, the Julia Wallace Village features include architecturally designed townhouses, assisted-living apartments, and a care centre, all set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens.

The amenities include an all-weather bowling green, indoor heated swimming pool, spa, grand internal atrium, library, gym, hair and beauty salon, bar and shop.

There is always something to do at the village, with activities and events to suit everyone; from organised events and shopping trips, to activities that inspire movement. It’s certainly a place where you can live life to the full.

No. of Units 161

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(Last Updated: 15th February 2023)

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JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

4 Reviewed by : [Name withheld at users request] Jul 2023

Resident.

"Review on independent age care"

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Security, care if needed, friendship, events if you want to join in. Fixed fees....Read more

Pros

Security, care if needed, friendship, events if you want to join in. Fixed fees.

Cons

Being dictated to with no consideration as to what the residents want. We might be retirees but lots of us still are of sound mind and capable. The Manager has little autonomy. Christchurch HQ dictates. Ryman are better than some but their policy about not giving a share of the capital gain is very sad.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Staff take up car parks in the village and visitors struggle to find a space when coming to see family. In all other businesses staff have to walk to work after parking their vehicles off site. Also speeding within the village is an issue by staff, visitors and even residents. We do not have walkways in all areas and one day someone will get hurt

Reply from JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, your feedback is extremely valuable.

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : gai111 Jul 2021

Resident.

"All Good..."

All good. Love living here. Couldn't be better looked after....Read more

Pros

All good. Love living here. Couldn't be better looked after.

Cons

Not aware of any.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

No complaints. Very lucky to live in such a lovely village (Small - Only 111 town houses).

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

More than 3 years

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : [Name withheld at users request] May 2021

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Julia Wallace"

GREAT STAFFRead more

Pros

GREAT STAFF

Cons

N/A

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

1 - 3 years ago

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : gail129 Aug 2020

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Best move we ever made."

9 years and best move we ever made.Read more

Pros

9 years and best move we ever made.

Cons

No negatives.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Have a call button in living area at knee height!

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

More than 3 years ago

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

4 Reviewed by : Julia359 Apr 2020

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Now I have been here nearly 3 years"

Security, care and companionship. Not having to worry about maintenance inside or out....Read more

Pros

Security, care and companionship. Not having to worry about maintenance inside or out.

Cons

Lost Independence with decision making living within the village.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

There doesn't seem to be a cycle of how often gardens are weeded which is frustrating and the standard of gardens between the gardeners is telling. My neighbours front garden on one side is woeful and the neighbour on the other has got in help from outside the village. Large bushes are only cut back if asked. A gardener should see the things that need doing and not wait to be asked. I get frustrated because I cant do it myself because of a back injury.

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How do you know about this place?

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I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

Within the last 12 months

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : Elizabeth358 Jun 2019

Family member / Friend. > 100 days / visits

"Five Star..."

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N/A

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

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Longer than 100 days / visits

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : von063 May 2019

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Four star review"

I can still have the independence and security, enjoy the company of others...Read more

Pros

I can still have the independence and security, enjoy the company of others

Cons

N/A

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

Within the last 12 months

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

5 Reviewed by : Jill06 May 2019

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Lovely Surroundings. Wonderful Food."

Lovely Surroundings. Everything - the PLACE itself, the staff, friendliness, wonderful food,k morning/afternoon teas, activities galore....Read more

Pros

Lovely Surroundings. Everything - the PLACE itself, the staff, friendliness, wonderful food,k morning/afternoon teas, activities galore.

Cons

Nil. I can't fault this wonderful place I find myself in.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Everyone doing a magnificent job. Place runs well. Gardens gorgeous. Service when required, first class. I came to Julia Wallace at age 85. I had just had shingles - a very bad dose and my family said it would be a good idea. And it was. My husband died 11 years ago and despite having lots of friends and a full and busy life - I was lonely. Many of my friends could no longer come to me so I visited them. This choice of this place has been amazing. I love it here and am very busy.

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

N/A

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

4 Reviewed by : Allan357 Apr 2019

Resident. > 100 days / visits

"Friendliness..."

Friendliness. Social activities. Friendliness of staff....Read more

Pros

Friendliness. Social activities. Friendliness of staff.

Cons

Manager no P.R skills.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Replace the manager.

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How do you know about this place?

I live/have lived there.

I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

I last lived at / visited this facility

Within the last 12 months

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

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Location: 28 Dogwood Way , Milson, Palmerston North, New Zealand

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06 354 9761

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https://www.rymanhealthcare.co.nz/villages/palmerston-north/julia-wallace

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JULIA WALLACE RETIREMENT VILLAGE

28 Dogwood Way , Milson, Palmerston North, New Zealand

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