Our Villages
GLYNDE
Alabrilife provide safe and secure retirement living across our primary location Glynde. Our village offers a range of modern, fully equipped housing options, and access to the latest assisted technology and care services.
ABOUT
The Alabrilife story began more than 20 years ago as an in-home care agency for the aged, frail and people with disabilities. Since 2006, our sole focus shifted to retirement living. With many properties, we’re committed to providing safe and secure accommodation for people who wish to remain at home for as long as possible.
FAQ
ARE THERE ANY PRE-REQUISITES ON BECOMING A RESIDENT?
At the time of becoming a resident, you (or your partner) must be at least 55 years of age.
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ABOUT ALABRILIFE
ALABRILIFE - RETIREMENT VILLAGE IN ADELAIDE WITH A GREAT LIFESTYLE IN GLYNDE
Alabrilife’s mission is to provide safe and secure accommodation for our older generation that wishes to live in the comforts of their own home for as long as they possibly can. All of our Adelaide Alabrilife retirement villages include in-home services options for meals and cleaning as well as on call 24 hour care. Alabrilife are an Adelaide-based, private company with over 20 years of experience providing care and accommodation services for the elderly in South Australia.
Alabrilife established itself over 20 years ago as an in-home care service for the elderly and disabled. In 2006 however, we started providing retirement homes in Adelaide and now provide safe and secure retirement living options across two primary locations.
The Alabrilife Retirement Village at Glynde has grown to over 40 units, including 20 modern apartments newly opened in the North-East Suburbs of Adelaide in 2016. The modern, low-maintenance facilities boast easy access to nearby shops, public transport and community centres as well the Payneham Bowling Club situated right next door.
Making The Most Out of Your Retirement Living in Adelaide
This purpose built, assisted living complex provides a luxurious and contemporary alternative for residents regardless of the level of care they require. Australia’s population is an ageing one, but that should not be a hindrance to getting the most pleasure and enjoyment out of life as you possibly can. Whatever you want to do, where you choose to spend your retirement is just as important as how you spend your retirement, and more people in Adelaide are opting to live in retirement villages.
You’re still young when you reach 55, and you deserve to live in a safe and caring community with like- minded individuals and couples like yourselves to make the most out of, and enjoy your later years. Many of our Adelaide retirement village residents tell us that they have become more active and social since moving to their retirement community, and some even tell us that they wish they had made the decision to embrace retirement living sooner.
Alabrilife’s independent living units are architect designed for open plan living and feature the latest in assisted technology and care services as well as state of the art features and fittings for your convenience, comfort and safety. All units come with instant gas hot water services, reverse cycle air conditioners and quality Miele dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.
Our landscaped gardens and outdoor spaces provide extended living areas to entertain, integrate with the rest of the Alabrilife community and relax in the peaceful surroundings. The Alabrilife retirement homes in Adelaide are about more than just a place to live. Our community areas are designed to bring inspirational lifestyle opportunities right to your door. There’s even a covered alfresco area with a bar-b- q and rotisserie for family gatherings.
Friendly Community Retirement Villages in Glynde
The Alabrilife retirement homes in Glynde are situated in the quiet and leafy Adelaide suburbs, access to the CBD and local amenities couldn’t be easier. Our retirement village are on Adelaide’s major bus routes and we make sure that you are never too far away from essential services. You will always feel a sense of freedom with the added reassurance that you are never far from the help that our retirement village in Adelaide will always provide.
Your Family and Friends, Even Your Pets are Always Welcome
Your Adelaide retirement home is your new home and we want to make sure your transition into retirement village life is a smooth one. You are welcome to have visitors at any time and you are entitled to have people stay with you for up to a week with permission from village management. We also understand that your furry and feathered friends are part of the family too and small pets, such as dogs, cats and birds are welcome with village management’s permission. The beautiful north-east suburbs of Adelaide are perfect locations to walk your dog and get back to nature.
Discover the properties we currently have available for sale.
Through the ongoing extension of our independent and assisted living properties, Alabrilife continues to deliver the highest quality service whilst being able to adapt to the developing needs of our residents as they change over time. If you want to find out more, or have seen something that you really like, don’t hesitate to call us on 08 8337 0805. Alternatively you can complete our online enquiry form for more information on securing your place in our expanding, friendly retirement living community in Adelaide.
Independant Living Adelaide
We allow people and families in Adelaide a safe and secure independent living and accommodation so that the older generation can live in the comforts of their own home for as long as they possibly can. All of our Adelaide Alabrilife retirement villages include all of the in-home services you would expect from meals to cleaning and also 24 hour care if it is needed. We have over 20 years experience providing the best independent living facilities in Adelaide.
ALABRILIFE - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you’d like more information regarding our properties and services, please call us on 08 8337 0805 . Otherwise, take a look at the answers to some of the most common questions, below:
At the time of becoming a resident, you (or your partner) must be at least 55 years of age.
Contact us on 08 8337 0805 or via our online enquiry form to begin the application process. A formal application requires a deposit of $1,000 (which will be refunded to you in full, at any time, if you change your mind or don’t meet eligibility criteria).
We will meet with you and explain the Residence Agreement, which tells you about your rights and responsibilities as a resident, including the premiums payable (also called the ingoing contribution). Prices vary by apartments and services. When you sign the agreement, your deposit is deducted from the premium and arrangements for further payments are made.
We recommend that you seek independent advice through this process and welcome your ongoing questions and feedback.
After you sign the Residence Agreement you also have a 15 business day cooling-off period, in case you change your mind.
AlabriLife Pty Ltd is the owner of the village. We are an Adelaide-based, privately owned company, with over 20 years of experience providing care and accommodation services for the elderly in South Australia.
Under the lifetime license system that we offer our residents, AlabriLife retain ownership of the properties. This means that we have a strong, ongoing interest in making sure we maintain an outstanding reputation for the quality of our accommodation and services.
The Loan
At the commencement of the license, the resident makes an interest-free loan to AlabriLife for the value of the selected apartment.
Loan Repayment
At the end of the license, the loan is repaid to the resident or the resident’s estate, less the Deferred Management Fee (DMF).
The amount repaid depends on the length of the occupancy and the amount paid on the resident’s incoming loan.
If the home is vacated during the settling-in period, no part of the DMF is retained other than the commercial rent for the period of occupancy. The value of the DMF ranges between 10% and 25% of the new loan, depending on the period of vacancy.
In addition to the loan repayment, a capital replacement levy of 1% per year of occupancy (capped at 10%) is deducted from your repayment. The proceeds from the levy are paid into a trust account and used exclusively to replace and upgrade capital items for the estate.
No. Under the Retirement Village Loan/License agreement, the title of the property is not transferred so there is no stamp duty payable. This is a large saving compared to other forms of occupancy.
Residents pay a monthly fee to recoup the village outgoings. The value of the fee is agreed upon each year at the Annual General Meeting of the Village. The covers things like:
- Council rates and charges
- Water & Sewerage charges
- Building Insurance (excluding residents own contents)
- Common area lighting
- Internal and external repairs
- Administration costs – including the Village Manager
- Gardening and common area cleaning
- Annual air conditioning maintenance
- Emergency Services Levy
The current fee until 30 June 2016 is $342 per month
We will undertake the marketing and refurbishment of your home when required by you or your nominated family member. We have the premise cleaned, the interior re-painted and the carpets and other items replaced as required. All this ensures that you receive the best possible price when the property is re-licensed. Refurbishment costs and agent’s fees equal to 3% of the new loan are deducted at settlement.
You are welcome to have visitors at any time. You are entitled to have people stay with you for up to a week with permission from village management.
With village management’s permission, small pets, such as dogs, cats and birds are welcome, but reptiles and rodents are not permitted.
As a resident, you can choose to terminate your Residence Agreement at any time. The Retirement Villages Act affords residents a lifetime right of occupation, which cannot be terminated except by the resident or if the resident breaches the Residence Agreement and Rules.
The Retirement Village Act and your license provides you with an inalienable right to occupy your apartment, so if the estate changes hands, you can’t be forced to move.
The Residence Agreement outlines all costs that residents are responsible for. Each year, the estate’s operating budget will include all foreseeable expenses and they will be incorporated into the monthly fee.
It is possible that additional unforeseen fees, such as government charges and the like may be levied against residents and/or the estate. In these cases, residents will be required to pay an appropriate portion of the costs.
Metro Adelaide currently operates bus services to and from the city. The bus stop is located out the front on Payneham Road. Cambridge Estate is located near the Marden Shopping Centre and other centres offering specialty shops. For the lawn bowler, Cambridge Estate is located next to the Payneham Bowling Club. The local council shopping bus also calls into the estate on a weekly basis and takes residents to the Firle Plaza shopping centre.
Each village has a Resident’s Committee to facilitate interested residents to discuss matters of common interest and make recommendations to the Village Manager.
We have a contract with the Doctor’s Safety Line and individual residents can register with this service for a small monthly cost. Some residents are eligible for Government rebates and concessions for this service which you can discuss with the village manager once you move in.
Please note:
This information is intended for general background purposes and the provisions of the Residence Agreement will take precedence.
Queries:
Any queries can be directed to our Village Manager,
Lisa Strawbridge, 0414 106 217