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…
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…
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…
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…
Abbeyfield Masterton marked the opening of its new facilities with a celebration last week, with residents, committee members, staff and supporters taking part. The opening had originally been scheduled for February but had to be postponed because of Cyclone Gabrielle…
Congratulations to Martin Stephenson and Terry Foster, who have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to Abbeyfield. They have received the Royal Patron's Award - an award made by The Abbeyfield Society in the United Kingdom. Just three of these…