Frequently Asked Questions: Rental Homes

When a home becomes available you will be contacted and offered the home and an agreed time arranged to view the home. A contract is then prepared and forwarded to you for review. A Retirement Living Approval Form is provided to the person at this time.

The form is to be completed by your GP and then returned to the Retirement Living Co-ordinator at Life Care Corporate Services. NB: If it is determined that you are not suitable by your Doctor for Independent Living, Life Care will advise you and withdraw the offer of the home.

A date is agreed for the signing of the contract at which time the keys to the home are provided and the person is able to take occupation.

There is no bond charged. The only fees charged in addition to the ongoing rent is a once off administration fee and a refundable key deposit.

Rent is charged either monthly or fortnightly (depending on the village) and covers Council and Water rates, Property and Contents insurance, mowing of lawns and ongoing maintenance on grounds and buildings.

Residents are responsible for the connection and payment of accounts for electricity and telephone.

To discuss your options or simply to learn more about any of the Life Care Retirement Living choices available, please contact the Retirement Living Co-ordinator at Corporate Services or if you prefer, simply send us an email.