Care without compromise

At Holly Lea Village, nestled in the heart of Fendalton, lies an unwavering commitment to placing residents first, ensuring personalised care, and delivering unmatched lifestyle experiences.

Here, care is woven into the very fabric of everyday life. The devoted team empowers residents to make choices that reflect their individuality while offering support whenever needed. The promise is to approach residents with courtesy, respect, and sensitivity.

This philosophy extends beyond the essential needs of residents to encompass their social lives and experiences within and beyond the grounds of Holly Lea.

An extensive calendar has something on offer for all residents – from tai chi and gym classes to weekly outings and monthly excursions.

“Destinations chosen are determined by both weather and residents’ interests or requests. These could be visiting shopping malls within the greater Christchurch area, beach walks, museums, art galleries, and more.”

Back in the village, residents are spoilt for choice. There are friendly competitions with games like Scrabble, Bingo, and Rummikub, or perhaps a game of pool. For the avid reader, there’s a book club, while the gentlemen can gather at the Men’s Club for a chat.

On Friday evenings the village is transformed with Happy Hour, a chance to enjoy a glass of wine and unwind. And for the film buffs, there’s often movies playing in the theatre.

The village hosts performances by local musicians and entertainers.

Music regularly fills the air at Holly Lea. The Music Room often hosts performances by local musicians, including regular visits from the renowned pianist Laurie Searle. Alongside the professionals, the Music Room and Village Lawn often provide a platform to high school and university students who are keen to showcase their music. This environment has also provided residents with an avenue to share and develop their musical talents.

“A recent initiative from within the Village is seeing the beginning of resident-led music sessions, with our very own Holly Lea Songbook that includes some of our residents’ favourite songs.” hollylea.co.nz

Activities aren’t complete without a drink and a bite to eat. The kitchen is led by two seasoned chefs with international expertise in both Italian and French cuisine. Seasonal menus present residents with a wide variety of options to enjoy.

Officially opened in April and welcoming its first residents in May, the Care Centre at Holly Lea Village has swiftly become an anchor point for the village, and a place to encounter a friendly face. This sense of community permeates the village.

At the core of Holly Lea is an understanding that retirement and moving into a community does not mean residents forgo their lifestyles and passions. These are encouraged, maintained, and developed, with the reassurance of world-class care.