8 July 2020
We’re Dementia Friendly accredited
Summerset is proud to be accredited as dementia friendly by Alzheimer’s New Zealand.
The accreditation followed 18 months of work across all our r...
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Village status
In November 2019, Summerset obtained approval of the resource consent by the Environment Court. Construction of the St Johns village is already underway and when complete, the village will be home to approximately 400 residents, offering the full continuum of care.
Options available will range from independent living and serviced apartments, to a care centre providing both rest home and hospital level care. It will also contain Summersets' state-of-the-art Memory Care Centre for people living with dementia.
Stylish village to be built in picturesque setting
- 2.5 hectare site on St Johns Road adjoining native bush
- Magnificent views of Rangitoto and Auckland Harbour
- Unparalleled and extensive resident amenities
- Home to approximately 400 residents once complete
- Conveniently located near shops and other local services
- Offering the full Continuum of Care upon completion
Facilities & activities
Our villages are built for their environment and generally include the facilities below. Once the village is complete, our on-site Activities Coordinator will also ensure there is a calendar of activities and events that cater to a wide range of resident interests and abilities.
Pool table
Residents' bar
Exercise room
Indoor swimming pool
Barbeque facilities
Residents' workshop
Lounge with large screen TV
Library
Hair salon and beauty clinic
All-weather bowling green
Indoor spa pool
Communal vegetable gardens
Computer with internet access
Piano
Organised outings and activities
Courtesy van
Cafe
Types of homes
Once complete, the village will offer a range of modern, high quality, living options including apartments, serviced apartments, rooms in our care centre or apartments in our innovative Memory Care Centre. Please note: as the village has yet to be developed, all images are indicative only.
Apartments
2 and 3 bedroom apartments
Price to be determined
- generous open plan living area with contemporary kitchen
- bathroom with accessible shower, grab rails and non-slip floors. Option for additional toilet
- built in storage
- private patio or balcony for outdoor living
- apartments at ground level or higher up for views over the village and surrounding community
Serviced apartments
Double bedroom serviced apartments
Price to be determined
- generous double bedroom, ideal for singles and couples
- spacious separate living area with kitchenette
- ensuite including accessible shower, grab rails and non-slip floor
- generous storage
- 24 hour support always close at hand
- once complete, will be certified by Ministry of Health to provide Rest Home-Level care
Care centres
Care rooms
- feel at home by decorating and furnishing your care room
- rooms will accommodate television, a comfortable chair and other small items of furniture
- all bathrooms include accessible shower, grab rails and non slip floors
- once complete, will be certified by the Ministry of Health to provide rest home and hospital-level care
Memory Care Centre
Price to be determined
- innovative apartment-style living for residents living with dementia
- spacious single bedroom apartments
- secure garden
- warm and inviting communal areas
- once complete, will be certified by Ministry of Health to provide rest home level secure dementia care
Watch our video to find out about our award winning Memory Care Centre at Summerset on Cavendish.
Levels of care
Once developed, our St Johns village will offer the full continuum of care, from ad hoc services through to secure dementia care in our Ministry of Health certified memory care centre.
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