The Ryman Blog

Discover the latest in retirement living through resident stories, helpful advice, news, and more.

Self-confessed collector Jennifer shares decluttering tips

Older couple show off their most treasured possessions after downsizing

Self-confessed collector Jennifer shares decluttering tips

Jul 11, 2025 4 min read

Simple hip exercises for seniors

Diana Issac Triple A Man

Simple hip exercises for seniors

Jun 3, 2025 4 min read

Sleep and insomnia in older adults

healthcare pain

Sleep and insomnia in older adults

May 20, 2025 6 min read

Understanding anxiety in older adults

Close Up Of Elderly Woman Join

Understanding anxiety in older adults

May 11, 2025 5 min read

How to stop post-retirement depression

Resident of a Ryman village walking through the grounds

How to stop post-retirement depression

Apr 15, 2025 6 min read

The emotional side of downsizing 

Couple moving into her retirement apartment

The emotional side of downsizing 

Mar 27, 2025 3 min read

How to have an epic retirement in New Zealand

Resident couple enjoying a coffee at the cafe

How to have an epic retirement in New Zealand

Mar 3, 2025 7 min read

Spring spruce up: declutter & refresh

Kitchen and dining table

Spring spruce up: declutter & refresh

Oct 25, 2024 4 min read

Maintaining independence as we age:
A guide for families and caregivers

Female resident enjoying the summer sun outdoors

Maintaining independence as we age:
A guide for families and caregivers

Oct 8, 2024 9 min read

Popular articles

  • Village pooch Maggie provides pet therapy for fellow residents

    Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.

    The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Devonport village in 2021, and now take Maggie to visit residents in the village care centre three times a week.

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  • Understanding anxiety in older adults

    While it's normal for everyone to worry from time to time, persistent anxiety can significantly affect your physical and emotional wellbeing. Some of the stressors that trigger anxiety in older adults are commonly related to ageing, such as: 

    • health issues, 
    • retirement, and 
    • the loss of loved ones. 

    Recognising the signs and understanding what is causing your anxiety is important, as it enables you to find the right support to overcome it.

    bigstock-Close-Up-Of-Elderly-Woman-Join-370227061 social media-1
  • The emotional side of downsizing

    If you’re thinking about downsizing, it may bring up a range of emotions. Perhaps you feel happy and excited about the idea, maybe you feel resistant, or even sad. All these feelings are natural.

    Downsizing is often a practical decision that paves the way for a comfortable, secure retirement. However, the relief, excitement, and anticipation of the freedom that comes with moving to a more manageable home can be mixed with feelings of loss and fear of change.

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  • Trust on the road

    For Ryman residents Bev and John, trust means freedom. It’s the confidence to pack up their motorhome and hit the road knowing their home is in good hands while they’re away.

    “The lifestyle is just great,” says John. “We can lock up and leave, knowing everything is taken care of at home.”

    It’s a freedom they’ve fully embraced since moving to Ryman’s Northwood Village.

     

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  • Happy Hour friends head off on a cruise together

    A group of 12 mates from Ryman Healthcare’s Murray Halberg Village has really put the 'ship' into friendship by going on a cruise together.

    The friends have grown close since moving into the Lynfield village several years ago, and hang out regularly at the various village events or when taking part in activities.

    Says Irene: “At Happy Hour on Thursdays we always try and sit together.”

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  • Understanding anxiety in older adults

    While it's normal for everyone to worry from time to time, persistent anxiety can significantly affect your physical and emotional wellbeing. Some of the stressors that trigger anxiety in older adults are commonly related to ageing, such as: 

    • health issues, 
    • retirement, and 
    • the loss of loved ones. 

    Recognising the signs and understanding what is causing your anxiety is important, as it enables you to find the right support to overcome it.

    bigstock-Close-Up-Of-Elderly-Woman-Join-370227061-1
  • Village pooch Maggie provides pet therapy for fellow residents

    Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.

    The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Devonport village in 2021, and now take Maggie to visit residents in the village care centre three times a week.

    DSCF0974 (1)-min crop-1_640x427
  • Understanding anxiety in older adults

    While it's normal for everyone to worry from time to time, persistent anxiety can significantly affect your physical and emotional wellbeing. Some of the stressors that trigger anxiety in older adults are commonly related to ageing, such as: 

    • health issues, 
    • retirement, and 
    • the loss of loved ones. 

    Recognising the signs and understanding what is causing your anxiety is important, as it enables you to find the right support to overcome it.

    bigstock-Close-Up-Of-Elderly-Woman-Join-370227061 social media-1
  • The emotional side of downsizing

    If you’re thinking about downsizing, it may bring up a range of emotions. Perhaps you feel happy and excited about the idea, maybe you feel resistant, or even sad. All these feelings are natural.

    Downsizing is often a practical decision that paves the way for a comfortable, secure retirement. However, the relief, excitement, and anticipation of the freedom that comes with moving to a more manageable home can be mixed with feelings of loss and fear of change.

    moving in-1
  • Trust on the road

    For Ryman residents Bev and John, trust means freedom. It’s the confidence to pack up their motorhome and hit the road knowing their home is in good hands while they’re away.

    “The lifestyle is just great,” says John. “We can lock up and leave, knowing everything is taken care of at home.”

    It’s a freedom they’ve fully embraced since moving to Ryman’s Northwood Village.

     

    Bev and John 640x450

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