Next Step Retirement Living

Advocacy services

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Name: Next Step Retirement Living
Category: Advocacy services
Address: Auckland
Regions: Auckland
Mobile: 0272276356 View Mobile Number
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Personnel

Owner: Carmel McLaughlin - 0272276356

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	Retirement Decisions Made Easy

As retirement approaches, making important decisions about the next phase of life can be both exciting and overwhelming.

Our mission here at Next Step Retirement Living is to be your trusted advisor during this crucial time, providing expert guidance and personalised solutions that cater to your unique needs and aspirations. We are passionate about helping individuals and families navigate through the myriad of options available and enabling them to make informed decisions that align perfectly with their vision for retirement living.

We understand that some clients may also seek assistance in making independent decisions free of outside influences. As a result, our services are confidential and about supporting our clients to make an informed decision about where they want to reside, that matches their unique needs.

Carmel at Next Step Retirement Living can be contacted for a no obligation chat on;
Mobile : 027 227 6356
Email: carmel@nextstepinfo.co.nz
Website: www.nextstepinfo.co.nz

Service Description

Service Description
Next Step Retirement Living provides independent advice supporting clients in the Auckland area to make an informed decision when choosing a suitable Retirement Village. We get to know you, your preferences and your identified needs, meeting you in your home or place of choice. We research on your behalf retirement solutions/communities that meet your criteria. Advocating for what matters to you. We arrange and attend appointments with you. Help understand upfront and ongoing costs. Offer ongoing support to make an informed decision and achieve a smooth transition to your chosen home.
Updated: 26 Aug 2025

Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced

Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
Auckland Region.
Updated: 30 Apr 2025

Meeting the needs of older people

Meeting the needs of older people
Your happiness, and quality of life can all benefit by relocating to a retirement community that provides the activities and services as well as opportunities for socialisation and good access to care. We can help find such a setting where individuals will feel safe, connected and supported. Better yet, seniors and their families can benefit from our retirement living services by finding out more about local retirement living opportunities, having their questions addressed, and making well-informed decisions based on their unique preferences and needs.
Updated: 1 Mar 2024

Payment

Payment
Payment	Status	Details
Payment required	Yes	Our services are personalised to meet each client's individual needs, and are designed to achieve a set of results over a period of time. We charge a flat rate for the service package as described and invite you to contact us to discuss this further. We also provide additional services to meet individual requests made by clients. E.g Attending meetings where support and advocacy may be required.
Updated: 30 Apr 2025

Languages Spoken

Languages Spoken
Language	Status	Details
English	Yes
Updated: 1 Mar 2024

What's New

What's New
"Making Informed Choices for the Years Ahead" Ageing well is about maintaining quality of life, independence, and wellbeing as we grow older. This includes thinking ahead about our future housing needs and requirements, before decisions become urgent. Carmel McLaughlin, Independent Advisor Next Step Retirement Living understands that retirement is not a single decision, but a transition that looks different for everyone. The way we choose to live matters, and taking time to explore options early can make a significant difference. Today, retirement living choices are more varied than ever. Villages, Independent living, supported living, and care options all differ in terms of contracts, costs, services, and flexibility. Without clear information, it is easy to feel overwhelmed or pressured into decisions, particularly during times of health change or family concern. Planning ahead allows people to make choices from a position of strength. A personalised plan helps clarify priorities, understand financial implications, involve family in meaningful discussions, and avoid rushed decisions later. Independent guidance can also play a key role. Having someone on your team who works solely in your interests, not for a village or provider, can help ensure we make informed decisions, realistic, and aligned with what matters most to you. Ageing well is not about having all the answers today. It is about asking the right questions early and knowing where to turn for trusted, independent support. Carmel McLaughlin – Independent Advisor Mobile: 0272276356 Email: carmel@nextstepinfo.co.nz Visit: nextstepinfo.co.nz "Making an informed decision starts here"
Updated: 21 Jan 2026