The Ryman Blog

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

Angus ‘humbled’ to be part of Graeme Rabbits’ legacy

Angus wins Graeme Rabbits scholarship

Angus ‘humbled’ to be part of Graeme Rabbits’ legacy

Jan 24, 2023 3 min read

Bruce McLaren’s Georgia wins Cashin Scholarship 2023

Georgia wins Cashin Scholarship 2023

Bruce McLaren’s Georgia wins Cashin Scholarship 2023

Jan 24, 2023 3 min read

Miriam Corban site gets a Mates plaque

Miriam Corban construction crew receive Mates plaque

Miriam Corban site gets a Mates plaque

Jan 13, 2023 3 min read

Ryman’s oldest NZ resident turns 106!

Resident celebrates his 106th birthday

Ryman’s oldest NZ resident turns 106!

Dec 13, 2022 4 min read

World-leading neuropsychiatrist wins the Ryman Prize

Ryman Prize December 2022

World-leading neuropsychiatrist wins the Ryman Prize

Dec 9, 2022 5 min read

Possum Bourne is Ryman Healthcare’s fittest village!

Possum Bourne residents receiving an award

Possum Bourne is Ryman Healthcare’s fittest village!

Nov 22, 2022 4 min read

A love of walking unites Ryman residents 

Ryman walking group enjoying their outing

A love of walking unites Ryman residents 

Oct 14, 2022 2 min read

Ryman residents embrace their new app

Ryman residents using their new app

Ryman residents embrace their new app

Sep 16, 2022 2 min read

Knowledge and understanding leads to better dementia care

Dementia care staff stand for a photo

Knowledge and understanding leads to better dementia care

Aug 31, 2022 3 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.

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  • 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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