Abbeyfield New Zealand has been granted $1 million by the Nelson City Council towards the development of a new Abbeyfield house in Nelson. The grant will go towards a house in the new Maitahi Village development, pictured left, which will…
Development of the new Abbeyfield house in Katikati is now under way. Abbeyfield Western Bay of Plenty chair Carole Parker says the milestone "marks a significant achievement after over five years of dedicated fundraising''. The house will cater for 14…
The first residents have now moved in to the new Abbeyfield house in Manukau, Auckland. The purpose-built house, called Te Rau Aroha, caters for12 kaumātua or older people. Residents and whānau took part in the opening celebration recently, along with…
Congratulations to Barry Mills and Susan Jenkins, who have been made life members of Abbeyfield New Zealand in recognition of their exceptional service. Barry has been an active committee member and volunteer for Abbeyfield Nelson for more than 16…
The Abbeyfield St Francis Way house in Nelson, which was the first Abbeyfield house to be set up in New Zealand, recently celebrated its 30th birthday. The occasion was marked with a special afternoon tea, attended by residents, staff, current…
We are delighted to announce that Ruth Seabright has been appointed as the new Executive Officer of Abbeyfield New Zealand. With an extensive background in the not-for-profit sector, and a wealth of business and entrepreneurial experience, Ruth will start in…
Abbeyfield New Zealand Executive Officer, Susan Jenkins, has announced her retirement and will step down from the role in August. Abbeyfield New Zealand board chairman, Simon Hayes, said the board was sorry Susan was leaving, but supported her decision to…
Outgoing Abbeyfield Properties director Barry Mills was recently acknowledged for his extensive contribution to the board. Barry has just stepped down after serving on the board for 10 years. During that time he has provided valuable knowledge of the day-to-day…
Surveys of new residents moving in to Abbeyfield houses show changes in residents' housing circumstances. In the most recent two-year period, there was a big jump in the number of residents who rented before moving to an Abbeyfield house, and…
We're sad to say that Dr Bruce Kaye, a founding member of Abbeyfield New Zealand who was actively involved in the organisation for more than 30 years, died last week. The former GP was a close friend and colleague of…