When Carinity Wishart Gardens first opened its retirement village in 1996, it offered an affordable choice for people seeking a low maintenance home in a friendly community.
Almost 30 years later, three of the original residents still call the village home.
Jean Miller, Daphne Roberts and Glynn Bensley continue to enjoy the hassle-free retirement lifestyle they have had since the beginning.
The trio recently celebrated Carinity's milestone 75th birthday over cake with Retirement Villages Manager, Maddison Morgan.
Maddison said she was proud that Carinity's retirement villages had such longstanding residents.
"The fact we have people like Jean, Daphne and Glynn who have lived here for several decades, is testament to the quality of what's on offer," she said.
"This was supported by our recent survey of residents, which had overwhelmingly positive feedback across our locations.
"We know our residents value safety, location, well-designed living areas, affordability and social connection, as well as the convenience of having home and garden maintenance looked after.
"Our survey revealed that 96% of residents said they feel safe and secure living in their village and 94% would recommend it to a friend."
Jean said she is blessed to continue calling Carinity Wishart Gardens home.
"The best thing about my life here is that I have a wonderful community of neighbours and friends," she said.
"There are always activities happening, so I don't have any sense of isolation. I know that if I need help, there's assistance available pretty well immediately for me.
"It's very reassuring for my family to know that I am safe here. I have never regretted my decision to move into this retirement village – it's a wonderful place to be."
