Retirement Housing (Rental)
Stevenson Residential Village
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| To provide at low cost, a secure, attractive and comfortable environment where older people are able to live cooperatively while still retaining their independence. |
| Detail | |
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| Address | 18 Botany Rd |
| Suburb | Howick |
| District | East |
| City/Town | Auckland |
| Postal Address | 7/8 Botany Road,Howick,Manukau 2010 |
| District Health Board Area | Counties Manukau |
| Phone | (09) 534 3095 |
| Fax | (09) 534 3090 |
| Manager | Michael & Glenice Lee (Phone: (09) 534 3095) |
| Owner | Stevenson Village Trust (Phone: (09) 534 3095) |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | |
| Studio / Single Unit. | |
| Vacancy | No |
| Details | Available on application but similar to Manukau Council Units. A studio unit comprises a spacious living and sleeping area, a fullsize kitchen and separate bathroom /laundry. These units are suitable for one person only.
Car parks are alloted subject to availability. |
| One bedroom Unit | |
| Vacancy | No |
| Details | Available on application but similar to Manukau Council Units. A unit comprises a living room, a bedroom, a fullsize kitchen and separate bathroom /laundry. These units are generally available for couples only.
Car parks are alloted subject to availability. |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2011 | |
| Rental Details | Details | |
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| What rental covers | Unit,water,services connections(excluding electricity) and use of community facilities. Maintenance of grounds and buildings | |
| Eligibility Criteria | Independent NZ Citizens over 60 years with an emphasis on people who have served the country. | |
| Garden Maintenance | Tenants responsible for garden area surrounding their individual units. | |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | ||
| Personnel / Service | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activities Co-ordinator | No | The Village offers the use of the Community Hall which tenants are welcome to use subject to prior bookings. From time to time throughout the year, the Managers arrange various activities for residents to enjoy in the Hall. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | On site Managers reside at the Village and take care of general maintenance of the Village grounds and buildings. They are available to provide assistance where necessary.and undertake weekday morning checks to ensure ongoing wellbeing of the residents. | |
| Home Help (External Provider) | Yes | Home help can be arranged by the tenant through their doctor's referral. | |
| Meals - External Provider | Yes | Meals on wheels or similar can be arranged by the tenant. Various 'fast food' outlets are available at the local shopping block just metres from one of the Village driveways. | |
| Podiatrist | No | Visiting podiatrists service the residents in their homes. | |
| Hairdresser | No | Visiting hairdressers attend the residents in their homes. There is a hairdressing salon at the local shopping block/convenience stores just metres from the Village driveway. | |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | |||
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Social/Recreational Programme | No | The Village offers the use of the Community Hall which tenants are welcome to use subject to prior bookings. From time to time throughout the year, the Managers arrange various activities for residents to enjoy in the Hall. |
| Community Complex | No | A well stocked library is located in the Hall. Jig-saw puzzles and board games are included in this. A piano and electric organ and CD player are available for individuals or gatherings. |
| Emergency Call System | No | Residents are encouraged to subscribe to 'medi alert' services with the Managers as first call out. |
| 24 Hour Security | No | The Village is well covered with security and all night lighting. The Managers are also on site. |
| Newsletter | Yes | Usually a bi monthly newsletter keeps residents informed about any up coming events, changes, birthdays etc. |
| Pets In Residence | No | For various reasons no cats or dogs are alloweded but residents can apply to Management for permission to keep other pets. |
| Transport Available | No | Residents can arrange through 'Age Concern' / MECOSS for door to door shuttle bus to Botany Town Centre, Botany or Manukau Super Clinic or Middlemore Hospital. A bus stop to Howick and other local shopping centres is situated nearby. |
| Fitness Complex | No | Classes are held at the local YMCA and Community Centre which are within walkingdistance. A Chair aerobics instructor visits weekly for classes in the Hall. |
| Swimming Pool | No | Lloyd Elsmore Park, complete with heated pools, is five minutes drive from the Village |
| Spa Pool | No | There is one in the Lloyd Elsmore Swimming Complex. |
| Craft Room | No | Space and tables are available in the Village Hall. |
| Library | Yes | A well stocked library is located in the Hall. Jig-saw puzzles and board games are included in this. |
| Lounges | Yes | An area in the carpeted hall provides comfortable seating and is heated in the winter. Tea and coffee making facilities are available. |
| Gardens | Yes | The Village is set within attractive landscaped grounds. Plots in the vegetable gardens are available from time to time. Each unit has a small garden area for the occupant to cultivate or arrange pot plants. |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | ||
| Stevenson Village is exceptional in that it provides, for physically idependent people of limited means, low cost rental units in a village atmosphere with the security of live-in Managers.
In 1977 a joint venture between Howick Returned Services Association and Sir William and Lady Stevenson saw the development of the Stevenson Village which consisted of 35 Home Units, a Village Hall and Manager's residence. The units, designed to maximise the sun, are built in blocks of two,three or four. They are constructed in a style that resembles the early Fencible cottages in the original settlement of Howick Village. Although residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and outside interests there is regular opportunity to enjoy the companionship of others in the Village and friends and family are welcome to visit. The carpeted Village Hall with its well stocked library, piano, organ, kitchen and recreational facilities is a focal point for this. Our on site Managers make daily contact with residents, and as well as attending to grounds and maintenance ensure the smooth running of the Village. |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 |
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BBQ, Big print books, Board games, Exercises, Gardening, Jigsaw, Library, Music, Organ, Sing-a-longs, Parties, RSA, Reading, Picnic facilities, Fax |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 |
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | ||
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Non denominational | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We are located not far from most churches and meeting places; some within walking distance. Assistants from some local churches visit on request. |
| Updated: 13 Mar 2011 | ||