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About Arvida Molly Ryan
New Plymouth’s Molly Ryan offers retirement living and care in a warm, welcoming community set amongst beautifully maintained grounds. Our care rooms provide a comfortable and welcoming space for residents who need additional daily support. Each room offers personalised rest home and hospital-level care delivered in a friendly, family-focused environment.
As part of Arvida's Living Well Communities, Molly Ryan supports residents to live well through five key pillars: eating, moving, resting, thinking and engaging. These pillars guide everything we do, helping residents feel healthier, happier, and more connected.
Our team takes time to understand each resident, their needs, their stories, and the little things that bring joy. It's about building meaningful relationships and helping people feel at home.
Life at Molly Ryan is never one-size-fits-all. From health and wellbeing plans to activities that reflect your interests, we make sure life here feels purposeful and enjoyable. Whether it's a favourite meal, a spontaneous outing, or simply knowing someone is nearby when needed, this is a community where comfort and peace of mind come naturally.
Why choose Arvida Molly Ryan
Person Centred Care
24/7 Registered Nurse
Connected Communities
Care Offering
Arvida Molly Ryan provides a range of care offerings and services. If you are unsure which type of care is right for you or your loved one or would like to learn more about key terms and concepts, explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
Rest Home
Available
Hospital
Available
Respite
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Areas of Expertise
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Surgical Followup
- Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability
Yes we have availability
Molly Ryan welcomes enquiries. Please contact reception to view facility.
Care Suite Availability
We currently have no availability
Updated:
26 Aug 2026
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Areas of Expertise
- End of Life/Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Diabetic Care
- Continence Advice
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Infection Control
- Clinical Management
Standard/Premium Availability
Yes we have availability
Molly Ryan welcomes enquiries.Please contact reception to view the facility.
Updated:
26 Aug 2026
Short Term / Respite
Yes currently accepting short stay admissions, please contact us for specific availability
Regulatory Information
Ministry of Health Certified
Yes
Contract with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
Yes
Care Features & Services
Residents at Arvida Molly Ryan have access to care, services, and activities that promote wellbeing, this is underpinned by our trust and reputation. Explore our offerings below, for more information on care homes and what they offer explore Eldernet's Knowledge Lab.
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Registered Nurse
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers
Activities Co-ordinator
Dietitian
Accredited Visitors
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May Bring Own Furniture
Single Rooms
Rooms suitable for a couple
Ensuite
Alcohol Permitted
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet
Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability
Lounges/seating areas
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care
Outings
Whānau Room
Residents Committee
Newsletter
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Police checked
Registered Retirement Village
Location
269 Mangorei Road, Merrilands, New Plymouth 4312Public Transport
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Shops
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Mall
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Parks
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Eldernet Knowledge Lab
The Eldernet Group is here to support older New Zealanders and their whānau with trusted, independent information to help them make informed decisions. Visit our Knowledge Lab, to find expert insights on care, finances, support options and more.
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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.
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