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Sanctuary Villages offers the freedom to enjoy retirement on your own terms.

Across our growing portfolio of welcoming, well-connected communities, you’ll find well-designed homes, first-class facilities and a lifestyle as active or relaxed as you want.

08/12/2025

🍽️✨ Cooking Up a Storm at The Elms Retirement Estate - Kilmore, VICTORIA! ✨🍽️

On 1 December 2025, we held our very first Cooking Session, expertly hosted by Marlene Gooding, a qualified chef with a Graduate Diploma in Industry Education and Training.

With 6 eager participants, Marlene led the group through creative recipes using leftover Christmas turkey, including:
🍴 Turkey and Leek Vol-au-vents
🍴 Turkey, Mushroom, Brie & Cranberry Baked Rolls
🍴 Turkey Divan (gluten-free options available!)
🍴 Tomatoes stuffed with Prawn Cocktail or Potato Salad
🍴 Hazelnut Discs with Chocolate Hazelnut Spread and Vanilla Frosting (similar to macarons!)

In just 2 hours, everyone prepared these delicious dishes and then enjoyed a lovely shared lunch together.

This session follows the popular entree-main-dessert format Marlene has previously run with U3A and Brimbank Council.

We’re excited to announce the next session will be in February, with 7 participants already registered (max 8 per session). Cooking sessions will be held monthly, with additional dates if interest grows.

Stay tuned for more delicious updates from The Elms!

26/08/2025

Exciting News – Introducing Sanctuary Villages!

We’re proud to share that our villages have now been united under a fresh new brand: Sanctuary Villages – a name that reflects the vibrant, secure, and fulfilling lifestyle we offer our residents.

Our new website can be found at: www.sanctuaryvillages.com

With three established villages currently in our portfolio – two located in metro Adelaide (SA) and one in Kilmore (VIC) – we’re thrilled to announce that we are about to welcome our fourth village acquisition, marking a major milestone in our growth journey.

Backed by private ownership through ICAM, our goal is simple: to expand strategically while enhancing the quality of life for Australian retirees.

Our General Manager, Sabrina Mignone, is working closely with our dedicated village and operation managers – Adrian DePasquale (Kings Park, Adelaide SA) and Michael Tornatore (Kilmore, VIC) – to elevate resident satisfaction, streamline daily operations, and boost productivity across all sites.

Sanctuary Villages is set to become one of the nation’s most successful retirement living operators – providing Australian retirees with the lifestyle they truly deserve.

This page will now be your go-to space for updates, stories, and insights from all our villages.

We’ll be sharing the culture, unity, and community spirit we strive for – among both residents and our dedicated staff.

Follow, like, and share to stay up to date with all things Sanctuary Villages!

02/08/2025

🎨🍷 Thursday Nights Just Got a Little More Colorful at The Elms! 🍷🎨

On Thursday evening, our talented residents came together for Paint & Sip Night—a relaxing time to unwind, get creative, and enjoy a glass of wine with friends. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just picking up a brush for the first time, everyone is welcome!

The laughter is flowing, the canvases are filling with color, and the sense of community is stronger than ever.

🖌️✨ Cheers to creativity, connection, and a splash of fun!

23/07/2025

What a delight it was to see the weekly line dancing group at The Elms Retirement Village today! 💃✨Their joy was infectious, and it was such a treat to watch the gorgeous ladies having so much fun together. A beautiful reminder that movement and music really do lift the spirit.❤️

01/07/2025

🌿 A Warm Welcome 🌿
We are thrilled to welcome Michael Tornatore as our new permanent Operations and Sales Manager! We’re excited to have Michael join The Elms family and look forward to the fresh perspective, passion, and leadership he brings to the role.
Here’s to a bright future ahead with Michael on board! 🌟

30/06/2025

🌿 A Heartfelt Thank You 🌿
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to Russell Sheilds for stepping in as our temporary Operations and Sales Manager here at The Elms. Russell brought an incredible energy, professionalism, and warmth to our team during his time with us. His support, leadership, and positive spirit made a lasting impact, and we are so thankful for everything he has done.

19/06/2025

What an incredible night at the Retirement Living Awards Gala Dinner! 🎉✨

We were proud to represent ICAM at this years Summit and celebrate the amazing work happening in our industry. A special congratulations to our very own David Boggan, who was recognised as South Australia’s Village Manager of the Year! 👏
We were also delighted to attend alongside Adriana DePasquale, the fantastic manager of Kings Park Retirement Village.

It’s always inspiring to connect with others who are passionate about retirement living — this industry is full of heart, innovation, and purpose. We’re learning so much and staying focused on delivering exceptional communities for retirees.

We’re also proud to operate The Elms Retirement Village in lovely Kilmore-Victoria, and we look forward to growing, innovating, and continuing to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians. 💙

Here’s to more progress, compassion, and excellence in retirement living!

17/12/2021

The Elms - Retirement Estate residents know life’s better with line dancing.

Research shows regular line dancing improves cardiovascular function, bone strength, and brain function. Plus there’s nothing like dancing with friends to boost your happiness levels.

We offer a range of well-being activities. Want to know more?
Call Fran on 03 5734 2800.

25/11/2021

Roll-up. Roll-up. Roll-up. It's been a while between games, but our prized full-sized, all-weather Kevin Kerkow designed bowling green is ready for some action.

Hands up if you love a game of bowls 🙌

11/11/2021

Everything's coming up roses at The Elms - Retirement Estate

A gorgeous reminder to life live in full bloom. Awaken your senses, follow that passion, deepen your relationships, do that class, make that move.

Wondering what is like at ? Come and smell the roses.
https://www.elmsestate.com.au/contact-us

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Adelaide, SA

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+61357342800

Website

http://www.sanctuaryvillages.com/

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