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Updated: 8 Dec 2025

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About WINDSORCARE VILLAGE

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WINDSORCARE is an established NOT FOR PROFIT retirement facility and village, providing accommodation and care for those aged 70+. We have 70 Independent Living Units, 49 of these are 2 bedroom cottages and we also have 21 newly built architecturally designed 2 bedroom townhouses. We are situated directly across the road from the Palms Shopping Centre in the suburb of Shirley, Christchurch.

WINDSORCARE provides care for life, meaning, should the need arise to move into rest home, hospital or rest home dementia care, you have the peace of mind knowing that the very best level of care is provided by 24/7 nursing. We also have a dedicated nurse for the independent living cottages and townhouses.

WINDSORCARE has been caring for our community since 1959, we provide experience and expertise, the fact many of our staff have been with us for 30+ years is a real testament and compliment to our values and enduring quality.

At WINDSORCARE we strive to provide a safe and caring 'home' environment, which respects the uniqueness and fosters the potential of each individual resident.

OUR SPECIAL FEATURES:-

* Not for profit, we offer a friendly, down to earth environment where your care and well being is our number 1 priority
* Caring for our community since 1959. Sustainable, Dependable, Prudence, Quality
* LOCATION: you can walk to the Palms Shopping Centre in Shirley. No waiting for buses, taxis or activity outings
* Fabulous large public library close by
* Higher than average staff to resident care
* Happy friendly staff and a happy home environment
* Connection. We recognise the importance of family/whanau/community and encourage their contribution to care
* Care for life = peace of mind
* No hidden costs! all maintenance is provided FREE of charge including changing your light bulbs.
* No chandeliers or indoor swimming pools to pay for, just good quality old fashioned fun and activities when you want them
* Close to Horseshoe Lake Recreation area and Shirley Golf Club

Conveniently close to everything you need, we are 10 minutes by car to the city center. 1 minute to the bus terminal at the mall and you can go anywhere in Christchurch. 8 minutes in the other direction takes you to New Brighton Beach.

Village Features & Services

WINDSORCARE VILLAGE offers a range of services, facilities and features for residents. To learn more about retirement village living, or if you want to learn more about key terms and concepts, explore our Knowledge Lab.

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Hairdresser

Podiatrist

Diversional Therapist

Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor

Activities Co-ordinator

Meals - Available On-site

Meals - External Provider

Home Help - Available On-site

Home Help - External Provider

Registered Nurse

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Languages Spoken

Chinese

Czechoslovaki

English

Fijian Indian

Filipino

German

Māori - Te Reo

Samoan

Tongan

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations

Inter denominational

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Social/Recreational Programme

Community Complex

24 Hour Security

Emergency Call System

Newsletter

Pets In Residence

Negotiate To Bring Own Pet

Outings

Transport Available

Gay / LGBT QI Friendly

Library

Games Room

Lounges

Gardens

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National Certificate in Diversional Therapy

Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Registered Retirement Village?

Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date)

Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA)

Other Key Information

Have a look here for answers to some common questions. If you don’t find the answers you need, please get in touch with WINDSORCARE VILLAGE .

Special features

Not-for-Profit Charitable Trust.
Directly across from The Palms Mall.
Direct access to Community support (Doctors, Library, etc)

Interests & activities

Activity programme, Age Concern, Alzheimer's Society, BBQ, Billiards, Bingo, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls (Indoor), Bridge, Church, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Garden, Gardening, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Jigsaw, Lectures, Library, Minibus, Movies, Outings, Park, Pool table, Reading, Rotary, RSA, Shopping, Sky TV, Videos

Location

1 Horseshoe Lake Road, Shirley, Christchurch 8061

Public Transport

0.50 km

Shops

0.50 km

Mall

0.50 km

Parks

0.10 km

Library

0.50 km

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Key Contacts

Manager

Dr Warren Smith

Village Manager

Dianne Goy

Agent's Details

Dr Warren Smith, PhD

  • Charitable Trust
  • WINDSORCARE Village 1 Horseshoe Lake Road Shirley
  • Christchurch

Statutory Supervisor's Details

Covenant Trustee Services Limited

  • Covenant Trustee Services Limited

Solicitor's Details

Andrew Tait

  • Rhodes and Co
  • P.O.Box 13444 Christchurch
  • Christchurch

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