RetireAustralia has welcomed their first residents at Glengara Care apartments at Tumbi Umbi on the NSW Central Coast.
Located within the Glengara retirement village the $35 million project of 70 apartments offers a model of tailored care giving residents the choice of living life their way.
RetireAustralia Chief Executive Officer Dr Brett Robinson said the launch of Glengara Care was a direct response to the changing expectations of Australian families.
“Residents can enjoy their community for longer, even if their care needs change, making our communities a home for life for our residents’’ he said, adding “with personalised care plans and a structured financial proposal providing peace of mind, support will always be available to residents no matter how their needs change’’.
The apartments are described as genuine homes that offer a separate bedroom, lounge area, bathroom and kitchenette where residents can stay with a partner, keep a pet and entertain family and friends whilst enjoying meals prepared by professional chefs.
Clinical and care support by highly trained staff is available 24/7 with registered nurses providing medical assistance throughout the night and an emergency response team is available if required.
According to new resident Phyllis Goswell (pictured) “a lot of people think of a nursing home when they think of aged care but here it’s nothing like a nursing home. You have the freedom to come and go and set your own schedule, without the responsibility of things like grocery shopping” she said.
Residents will also have access to Glengara’s existing facilities which include a bowls green, gym, cafe, treatment rooms, bar, swimming pool and beauty salon.
