Timaru

Why choose a retirement village in Timaru?

Timaru, nestled on the coast as you head south from Christchurch across the Canterbury Plains, is a vibrant hub for South Canterbury. Known for its bustling port and as a supply centre for surrounding farmlands, Timaru offers a lively mix of industry and community life. Nearby, the charming town of Geraldine adds to the region's allure with its artistic boutiques and galleries, reflecting a prosperous farming heritage.

For those considering retirement in this picturesque region, Timaru presents a variety of retirement villages, each offering unique living options. Whether returning to familiar roots or transitioning to rural life, you can choose from villas, cottages, or apartments. The area caters to diverse preferences, from resort-style independent living to communities providing comprehensive care options, ensuring peace of mind for the future.

The amenities in these retirement communities are designed to suit various lifestyles. Whether you're seeking lap swimming in a pool, relaxation in a spa, or cozy homely comforts, you'll find activities and features tailored to your interests.

Explore our website to find the perfect retirement community in Timaru or neighbouring Geraldine. With its blend of coastal charm and vibrant community life, South Canterbury offers a fulfilling and engaging retirement experience.

A retirement village is a community specially built to cater for the needs and lifestyle of older people. Choosing to live in a retirement village can be a great option for those wanting to maintain their independence while living among a like-minded community of people.

Research shows most people enjoy a high level of satisfaction when living in a lifestyle or retirement village. For residents, the benefits can be numerous; these may include giving you peace of mind, new and varied activities and interests, new friendships, and time to be able to spend on the things you most enjoy.

Villages vary greatly – you’ll notice different-sized villages, from very few units to some with hundreds; different types of units within the same complex; newer villages and older villages. You will discover the community offering a wide range such as swimming pool, bowling green and café. Eligibility age differs across villages too – some villages may allow residents to enter at 55 while others commonly have an entry age between 65 and 75.

As well as providing a range of different accommodation options, many villages now offer alternatives, such as care suites, which combine village offerings and residential care components. Make sure you visit a village more than once before you make a decision, and if possible visit more than one village to get a feel for how each has its own culture.

When you are ready to visit some retirement villages, our checklist may help you with your assessment.