Kerikeri Retirement Village

03/03/2026

What a beautiful and meaningful moment we shared recently. 🙏

We were honoured to welcome Matua Kipa Munro of Ngāti Rehia and Eileen Young from the Catholic Church, who together led a blessing of our village — a moment to acknowledge those who have gone before us, remember loved ones, and welcome peace and renewal into our home.

A heartfelt thank you to Te Hurihanga for their support in making this such a special occasion.

We also have some lovely news to share — please join us in welcoming Storm Apiata as our new Spiritual Advisor. 💛 Storm comes with a deep appreciation for the wonderful foundation Jan Gough has built over the years, and rather than stepping into Jan's shoes, hopes to walk alongside that legacy — nurturing the seeds Jan so carefully sowed.

We know Storm is going to be a wonderful addition to our village whānau, and we look forward to watching this new chapter unfold together.

24/02/2026

Q: Did you know that 1 in 5 Northlanders is aged 65 or over — well above the national average‼

As the only charitable aged care provider in Kerikeri, we are acutely aware of our ageing population and the impacts of an underfunded system.

Read our latest blog to find out what that means for the seniors in our community, and how you can help.👇

17/02/2026

✔ Having a spare room for the grandkids
✔ Friends popping in for a cuppa
✔ Not worrying about house maintenance
✔ More time to spend in the garden
✔ Knowing help is on hand if you need it

Our Village is just that - a people-first community, nestled in a beautiful setting, walking distance to town. But don't take our word for it, come and check it out for yourself at our Open Day on 28 February. Or call Nathan on 09 929 5836 today for a private tour and a cuppa.

10/02/2026

This year marks a special milestone for the Village, and we've got some exciting plans up our sleeve for the months ahead. We'll be sharing these with you soon – but in the meantime, we couldn't resist taking a stroll down memory lane.

We've been digging through the archives, looking at the events and moments that have shaped our very special corner of Northland.

Many thanks to the FNDC Libraries Recollections for letting us share these images with you.

08/02/2026

Kerikeri Retirement Village is needing more volunteers to assist our residents in our care facility.
If you have a little time to give and enjoy working with older people, your support can make a real difference in someone’s day.

Whether it’s helping with activities, companionship, or lending a hand where needed, we’d love to hear from you! 💛
Please message us or contact our volunteer coordinator, Callie, to find out more - volunteer@kerikerivillage.co.nz

03/02/2026

03/02/2026

How awesome are the team at REAL PROPERTY KERIKERI LTD!
Today their team dropped in morning tea for our village staff🧁☕
It was a lovely treat and a beautiful reminder of the strength of community support around our village. We truly appreciate your kindness and thoughtfulness—thank you for making our team feel so valued 🧡

27/01/2026

Meet Monique Hawker, our new CEO! 💙

We're thrilled to introduce Monique, who's just joined Kerikeri Retirement Village as our CEO.

Monique's not interested in being the mysterious person tucked away in her office, so most days you'll probably find her talking with residents or one of the team. She'd much rather roll up her sleeves and make sure every decision keeps residents and their families at the centre — guided by fairness, dignity, compassion and transparency.

Interestingly, her approach to aged care was shaped by watching her own grandparents navigate dementia. She saw firsthand the importance of preserving dignity, nurturing joy and showing up with humanity.

Monique's promise? To preserve the heart that already makes our village special, not reshape it.

Her door is always open if you'd like to pop in for a chat — although you may have more luck finding her in one of our wings. 😊

20/01/2026

Planning ahead: A conversation worth having

If you've got ageing parents, you've probably wondered when (or if) to start talking about future living arrangements. It's one of those conversations many families put off - often until circumstances force the issue.

✨ But here's the thing: having these discussions early, when there's no immediate pressure, makes them far easier for everyone involved. ✨

We've put together a guide that covers the practical questions families often grapple with:

🔘What are the real financial considerations beyond the upfront costs?
🔘How do you know when downsizing might actually improve quality of life rather than feel like giving something up?
🔘What's the difference between being independent and being isolated?
🔘How do you balance proximity to family with access to proper care services?

The guide isn't about pushing anyone into a decision. It's about understanding what questions to ask - whether you're exploring options in Kerikeri, elsewhere in Northland, or further afield.

Because the families who seem most at peace with these transitions? They're the ones who started thinking and talking about it well before it became urgent.

Full article in comments 👇

Worth a read if you're in that stage of life where you're starting to think ahead - or if you're supporting someone who is.

20/01/2026

And we love it ❤️

Little section of a mural for Kerikeri Retirement Village 🐦🌸🌺 Aerosols & acrylics on wood panel

14/01/2026

💦🥛For many residents, drinking eight glasses of water daily is relatively new. Growing up in post-war New Zealand, their fluid intake came from tea, occasional cordial, or milk. As one resident joked, "We thought we were hydrated if we had our morning and afternoon tea!"☕️

While there's nothing wrong with a good cuppa, medical evidence is clear: aging bodies need consistent fluid intake, and plain water plays an irreplaceable role - particularly during the hot summer months.🌞

Read the full article⏬️to understand the role hydration plays in the body.