Waitakere Gardens Retirement Village Metlifecare Henderson Auckland

WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village located is located in Henderson, Auckland and offers retirement apartment living.

Facility services offered

Apartment (3 bdrm)
Apartment (2 bdrm)
Apartment (1 bdrm)
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Retirement Village Information (Last Updated: 10th November 2020)

This facility is owned by Metlifecare Ltd [VILLAGES].

Waitakere Gardens is a beautiful Metlifecare retirement village, located in the centre of Henderson, Auckland. Previously the site of a vineyard and homestead, it is the perfect place for any retirees wanting to keep active. Here, you can move into a retirement village while maintaining your independence. Known for its flourishing vegetable plots and stunning gardens - it is a paradise for all who value a community based lifestyle, with chances to garden and help make your village- your own oasis.

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Clara Puglia

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(09) 837 0512

WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare
15 Sel Peacock Drive
Henderson
Auckland,0610
New Zealand

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Fee model

ORA / LTO
10% per year, for 3 years.
Maximum 30%

Minimum Age of Entry

Lowest Known Price

$525,000

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Highest Known Price

$800,000

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Provider

Capital Loss (if any)

Maintenance Fees Starting from

$139 per week

(Paid Weekly)

Maintenance Fee Increases?

Undisclosed (CPI used)

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Reviewed by : [Name withheld at users request] Apr 2021

Family member / Friend. > 100 days / visits

Not as good as it used to be...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

The one thing that never changes is the village itself, it is spacious and the general people within the village are all friendly and the atmosphere is homely. Ideal location and wonderful gardens and...Read more

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The staff has changed alot, most of the old staff were part of what made Waitakere Gardens ideal however due to constant staff changes it feels as if the place is no longer what it used to be. I can feel the lack of social atmosphere compared to the past.

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Constant staff change has made the place less than ideal.

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Longer than 100 days / visits

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Within the last 12 months

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Not sure

Reviewed by : the891 Jun 2020

Resident. 10 - 100 days / visits

Apartment

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

One bedroom apartment. snug, comfortable, opens onto friendly hallway. Music.Piano. Restful....Read more

Pros

One bedroom apartment. snug, comfortable, opens onto friendly hallway. Music.Piano. Restful.

Cons

Toilet water flush -one flush only. Cheap - one coat of paint on outside. railing and veranda. Flashing on top of window not sitting out correctly. stucco clad poorly done. Water comes down fro top apartments.

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Tables with chairs on walkway- cafe open all year round. Umbrellas if need be up all year round. Social area for many on walks , can stop, rest,chat. Enclosed awning drop could work well.

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More than 10 but under 100 days / visits

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Within the last 12 months

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

Reviewed by : mal765 Jun 2020

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Four Stars...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Close to town and train....Read more

Pros

Close to town and train.

Cons

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I have lived at / visited this facility for

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I last lived at / visited this facility

More than 3 years ago

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

Reviewed by : the123 Jun 2020

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Sunny And Warm...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Sunny and warm.Read more

Pros

Sunny and warm.

Cons

Traffic Noise.

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Yes

Reviewed by : [Name withheld at users request] Jun 2020

Family member / Friend. > 100 days / visits

Transition during lockdown

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Pros

During lockdown my mother was in hospital and diagnosed with early dementia so consequently could not return to her apartment The staff packed bags for her when she came home to live with me before transitioning to a 24 hour care facility They put me on speaker phone and I described what things my mum would need and some treasured items which allowed her happiness and a sense of well-being. Stepping beyond the call of duty they cared for my mothers pet budgie Which I am very grateful at

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None

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

The staff went over and beyond any expectations I had and they Made my mother feel like family

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Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

Reviewed by : bet838 May 2020

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Security...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Security. People to talk to all the time....Read more

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Security. People to talk to all the time.

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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

Reviewed by : [Name withheld at users request] Apr 2016

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Safe Environment...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Safe environment, good social life, plenty of people to keep you company, close to shopping mall....Read more

Pros

Safe environment, good social life, plenty of people to keep you company, close to shopping mall.

Cons

Age of entry raised from 55 to 65. Having to pay village fee for 6 months after vacating your apartment.

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I have lived at / visited this facility for

Longer than 100 days / visits

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Within the last 12 months

Would you recommend this facility to a friend?

Yes

Reviewed by : steve504 Dec 2015

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Community And Activity...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Maintenance - fabulous. Ladies in kitchen great. Community. Activity. Security. A great place to live if you are truly independent....Read more

Pros

Maintenance - fabulous. Ladies in kitchen great. Community. Activity. Security. A great place to live if you are truly independent.

Cons

Totally independent living no nurse or care on hand.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Better staff ratio particularly at late afternoon, night and on weekends, especially for those whose needs have now changed over time. Apartments are sold to residents in need of support. No proper support/care on hand.

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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?

Not sure

Reviewed by : john890 Nov 2015

Resident. > 100 days / visits

Easy Access...

Service Name: WAITAKERE GARDENS Retirement Village Metlifecare

Easy access to most items I need....Read more

Pros

Easy access to most items I need.

Cons

No medical service available.

Suggestions to Management or General Comment

Need for business management computer to control lighting and heating (A/C).

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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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