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Powley - Metlifecare Retirement Village
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- Name
- Powley - Metlifecare Retirement Village
- Category
- Retirement Villages ('Purchase')
- Address
- 135 Connell Street
Blockhouse Bay
Auckland - Postal Address
- 135 Connell Street
Blockhouse Bay
Auckland 0600 - DHB
- Auckland
- Phone
- (09) 627 0700
- Fax
- (09) 627 0701
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Leanne MacDonald - 09 627 0702
- Sales Executive
- Sue Braithwaite-Smith - 09 826 2018
Other services
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Reviews
Description
Powley is a place like no other - a garden sanctuary that at its heart has a wonderful, old-fashioned spirit.
Nestled amongst peaceful cottage gardens in the heart of Blockhouse Bay, Powley is remarked upon for its caring long-term staff, charming cottages and serviced apartments. It also has a tranquil chapel, all well loved by our residents and staff.
Situated on the inner slopes of the Manukau Harbour, close to major shopping centres and local clubs. The village is designed with your safety, convenience and comfort in mind. It is a smaller, more intimate village with a friendly, homely atmosphere.
The community centre is the hub of the village with many activities held there, it is a warm and welcoming place. The bus stop is nearby, taking residents to the City or Lynmall shopping centre. We also have a village bus, which regularly goes on shopping trips.
With a number of living options available, our independent living offers charming cottages and our continuum of care encompasses a residential hospital and rest home level care on-site.
If you or your loved ones are starting to struggle with life at home our serviced apartments provides the perfect balance between support and care.
"When Mum was still at home we'd have to spend time doing the vacuuming, the laundry and things like that. Now we come in, enjoy each other's company and make the most of every moment we have together," says daughter of a Serviced Apartment resident.
This is a community with real heart, come experience it for yourself.
For more information or a private tour, please call Helena on 09 826 2018.
Nestled amongst peaceful cottage gardens in the heart of Blockhouse Bay, Powley is remarked upon for its caring long-term staff, charming cottages and serviced apartments. It also has a tranquil chapel, all well loved by our residents and staff.
Situated on the inner slopes of the Manukau Harbour, close to major shopping centres and local clubs. The village is designed with your safety, convenience and comfort in mind. It is a smaller, more intimate village with a friendly, homely atmosphere.
The community centre is the hub of the village with many activities held there, it is a warm and welcoming place. The bus stop is nearby, taking residents to the City or Lynmall shopping centre. We also have a village bus, which regularly goes on shopping trips.
With a number of living options available, our independent living offers charming cottages and our continuum of care encompasses a residential hospital and rest home level care on-site.
If you or your loved ones are starting to struggle with life at home our serviced apartments provides the perfect balance between support and care.
"When Mum was still at home we'd have to spend time doing the vacuuming, the laundry and things like that. Now we come in, enjoy each other's company and make the most of every moment we have together," says daughter of a Serviced Apartment resident.
This is a community with real heart, come experience it for yourself.
For more information or a private tour, please call Helena on 09 826 2018.
Testimonials
| “I had a few struggles downsizing my home but coming here has taken a real weight off my shoulders and the entire family, who really appreciate the fact that I’m in a safe environment and in such good hands. There’s also plenty to keep a guy like me busy – with various excursions to go on, organised activities, bbq’s and of course the popular Happy Hour every Friday.” - Bob Brown, serviced apartment resident |
| Updated: 23 Mar 2015 |
Availability Details
| Room Type | Vacancy? |
|---|---|
| Serviced Apartments (1 Bedroom) | Yes |
| Cottage (1 Bedroom) | Yes |
| Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | No |
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| Updated: 2 May 2019 | |
Agent's Details
| Details | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Sue Braithwaite-Smith | |
| Address | 135 Connell Street, Blockhouse Bay, Auckland 0600 | |
| Phone | 09 826 2018 | |
| Mobile | 021637771 | |
| View Email Address | ||
| Updated: 29 Oct 2018 | ||
Statutory Supervisor's Details
| Details | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Peter Orpin, Covenant Trustee Services Limited | |
| Address | PO Box 4243, Shortland Street | |
| City/Town | Auckland | |
| Company | Covenant Trustee Services Limited | |
| Phone | (09) 302 0638 | |
| Fax | (09) 302 1037 | |
| View Email Address | ||
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 | ||
Solicitor's Details
| Details | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Irma Egenes | |
| Address | PO Box 37463 Parnell | |
| City/Town | Auckland 1151 | |
| Company | Metlifecare Ltd | |
| Phone | (09) 539 8023 | |
| Fax | (09) 539 8001 | |
| View Email Address | ||
| Updated: 26 Nov 2014 | ||
Composition of Village
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Serviced Apartments (1 Bedroom) | |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Tenure Terms | Occupation Rights Agreeement |
| Surrender Details | Total 30% deduction of the license accrued over the first 3 years - capped at 30%. |
| Service Charge Details | Outgoing serviced apartment and village fee includes but not limited to: weekly cleaning, electricity and apartment heating, laundry, daily midday meal, emergency call system, external maintenance, social programme, rates, house insurance, transport to shops. |
| Nursing Care Details | A flexible service package tailored to suit your needs. We will talk you through what is right for you now and in the future. |
| Cottage (1 Bedroom) | |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Tenure Terms | Occupation Rights Agreeement |
| Surrender Details | Total 30% deduction of the license accrued over the first 3 years - capped at 30%. |
| Service Charge Details | Outgoings fee covers: maintenance, gardening, rates, building insurance, community facilities, emergency callouts, security patrols. |
| Nursing Care Details | A flexible service package tailored to suit your needs. We will talk you through what is right for you now and in the future. |
| Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | |
| Vacancy | No |
| Tenure Terms | Occupation Rights Agreeement |
| Surrender Details | Total 30% deduction of the license accrued over the first 3 years - capped at 30%. |
| Service Charge Details | Outgoings fee covers: maintenance, gardening, rates, building insurance, community facilities, emergency callouts, security patrols. |
| Nursing Care Details | A flexible service package tailored to suit your needs. We will talk you through what is right for you now and in the future. |
| Updated: 1 May 2018 | |
Facility Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Social/Recreational Programme | Yes | |
| Community Complex | Yes | |
| 24 Hour Security | Yes | |
| Emergency Call System | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Transport Available | Yes | |
| Spa Pool | Yes | |
| Library | Yes | |
| Games Room | Yes | |
| Chapel | Yes | |
| Lounges | Yes | |
| Gardens | Yes | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 | ||
Special Features
| At Powley we offer the intimacy and atmosphere of a smaller village community at an affordable price.
While the village has a relaxed feel, there are still plenty of social activities for you to enjoy. We also have an excellent range of facilities for you to use at your leisure. |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Big print books, Board games, Bowls, Chapel, Church, Exercises, Happy Hour, Library, Newspaper reading, Outings, Spa, , Concerts, Craft, Entertainment, Games, Housie, Jigsaw, Minibus, Movies, Pastoral care, Shopping |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| Salvation Army | Yes | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | Yes | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Public bus at end of Connell Street. | |
| Shops | Local Blockhouse Bay and Green Bay shops. | |
| Mall | New Lynn shopping mall. | |
| Parks | Craig Avon Park just a short walk. | |
| Library | Powley village has own library otherwise Public Library at Blockhouse Bay and New Lynn. | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 20 Nov 2014 | ||
NOTE: The Retirement Villages Act 2003 (The Act) is designed to provide improved protection for people who ‘buy’ into a retirement village. If you intend to ‘purchase’ you must get independent legal advice before signing your occupation right agreement as required under The Act. Some Retirement Village type facilities are not required to register under The Act so different legal requirements apply. Please make sure you investigate fully.
In some villages there may be some Retirement Village units that have multiple uses e.g. a Serviced Apartment may also be used as a Residential Care Suite. The same unit may therefore show in several places on Eldernet.
