A directory of belonging
Places where community is built into where you live — not another club to visit, but somewhere the people around you are part of daily life. Monasteries that welcome guests, cohousing, co-ops, ecovillages, seniors villages, and neighbourhoods that actually function. Start where you are.
Compiled with AI, checked by nobody yet. These are starting points, gathered for Wellington — real places as far as we know, but details change. Verify with a phone call before you set your heart or drive across the state.
Bupa Fergusson offers a range of care options including rest home, hospital, and dementia care, alongside independent living in a vibrant retirement village. Residents benefit from a supportive community environment and professional care services.
Visit website →Bupa Te Omanga Care Home offers a range of care services including rest home, hospital, and dementia care in a supportive community setting. Residents benefit from shared activities and a caring environment.
Visit website →Bupa Whitby Care Home offers a range of care options including rest home, hospital, and dementia care in a supportive community setting. Residents benefit from professional care and opportunities for social engagement within the home.
Visit website →Cashmere Heights Home provides residential care for older people, fostering a warm and supportive community atmosphere. Residents receive personalised care while engaging in social activities and enjoying comfortable living spaces.
Visit website →Chalmers Home provides rest home and hospital level care in a warm and welcoming environment. It fosters a sense of community among residents through shared meals and social activities.
Visit website →Kandahar Home & Village offers a range of care services and independent living units, providing a secure and friendly community for older adults. Residents benefit from compassionate support and opportunities for social engagement within a welcoming setting.
Visit website →Reeve House provides compassionate residential care for older people, focusing on creating a warm and engaging community. Residents receive personalised support while participating in a variety of social activities.
Visit website →Kowhai Residential School offers a live-in educational and care environment for students with high and complex needs. It focuses on developing life skills and fostering a supportive peer community.
Visit website →New Zealand's L'Arche community, where adults with and without intellectual disabilities share homes and daily life on the Kāpiti Coast. It welcomes live-in assistants and friends who want to build genuine, mutual community.
Mary Potter Hospice provides compassionate palliative care for people with life-limiting illnesses, offering a supportive and community-focused environment. Patients and their families receive holistic care, including medical, emotional, and spiritual support, within a dedicated facility.
Visit website →This facility provides dedicated care and support for war veterans and the wider community in a respectful environment. It fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and offers various levels of care.
Visit website →This refuge offers safe, confidential accommodation and support for women and children experiencing family violence. It provides a secure community where residents can heal and plan for a future free from abuse.
Visit website →Te Whare Pūmanawa offers supported accommodation for individuals with mental health and addiction challenges. It provides a structured and communal living environment focused on recovery and well-being.
This facility offers residential care for individuals with intellectual disabilities, promoting a supportive and inclusive community environment. Residents participate in daily activities and receive personalised care.
Visit website →Our Lady's Home of Compassion provides residential aged care and a supportive community environment rooted in the Sisters of Compassion's mission. It offers a peaceful setting where residents receive holistic care and companionship.
Visit website →Booth House provides supported accommodation for men experiencing homelessness, offering a structured and supportive community. Residents receive assistance with various life skills and pathways to independent living.
Visit website →The Wilson Centre provides residential care and rehabilitation services for children and young people with complex medical and disability needs. It aims to create a nurturing and engaging community for its residents.
Visit website →This facility provides supported living for vulnerable individuals, offering a safe and caring environment. It focuses on holistic support to help residents rebuild their lives and integrate into the community.
Visit website →Te Pītau provides supported accommodation and a safe, welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or in need of transitional housing. Residents receive wrap-around support services to help them rebuild their lives and integrate back into the community.
Visit website →The Wellington Night Shelter provides emergency accommodation and support for men experiencing homelessness. It offers a safe and communal environment with a focus on helping residents move towards stable housing.
Visit website →Wellington Co-housing is a group actively working towards establishing a cohousing community in the Wellington region. They aim to create a neighbourhood that fosters connection, shared resources, and mutual support among residents.
Common Ground offers modern co-living spaces designed for young professionals and students seeking a community-focused living experience. Residents benefit from shared amenities, social events, and a supportive environment.
Visit website →This accommodation provides a supportive living environment for students of Te Wānanga o Raukawa, fostering a strong sense of community and cultural connection. It offers a unique opportunity for students to live and learn together within a Māori-centric educational framework.
Visit website →The Cube provides purpose-built student accommodation with a strong emphasis on community and shared living experiences. It offers various room types and communal facilities to support a collaborative and social student lifestyle.
Visit website →The George is a contemporary co-living space offering furnished rooms and shared amenities for a diverse community of residents. It promotes a convenient and social living environment in a well-connected part of Wellington.
Visit website →The Settlement offers modern co-living spaces designed for young professionals and students seeking a vibrant community. Residents enjoy private rooms with shared common areas, fostering social interaction and convenience in a central location.
Visit website →Various student accommodation providers offer a vibrant community living experience for tertiary students. These often include shared facilities and organised social events to foster connection.
Wellington Women's House provides safe and affordable accommodation for women in a supportive community environment. It offers a space for women to live independently while benefiting from shared resources and mutual support.
This housing initiative by Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Toa Rangatira focuses on providing affordable and culturally appropriate housing solutions for its iwi members. It aims to strengthen community bonds and support whānau wellbeing through stable living arrangements.
Visit website →Wellington City Housing provides affordable rental housing with a focus on fostering supportive communities among its residents. They manage various properties across the city, aiming to create safe and connected living environments.
Visit website →Wesley Community Action provides housing support and manages properties with a strong emphasis on community development and resident well-being. They work to create inclusive and supportive neighbourhoods for families and individuals.
Visit website →While not a residential community in the conventional sense, Whitireia Park hosts a significant cultural and educational village that embodies community living principles through its focus on Māori traditions and shared learning. It serves as a hub for cultural revitalisation and community engagement, often involving temporary stays and communal activities.
Visit website →A contemporary Anglican 'new monastic' community in the hills behind Waikanae, keeping a rhythm of prayer, hospitality and shared work. Guests are welcomed for retreats and quiet days, whatever their background or beliefs.
While not a residential complex, the Brooklyn Community Centre serves as a vibrant hub fostering strong community connections in the Brooklyn neighbourhood. It hosts various activities and events that bring residents together.
Visit website →Common Unity Project Aotearoa fosters a strong sense of community through initiatives like urban farms, a community kitchen, and skill-sharing workshops. While not a specific housing complex, it creates a vibrant, interconnected neighbourhood where residents actively participate in community building.
Visit website →A community housing trust providing affordable rental homes across Wellington since the 1980s, with a focus on tenant wellbeing and community connection. It welcomes people on modest incomes who need a stable, healthy home in the capital.
Visit website →Kāinga Ora provides public housing and works to create thriving communities across New Zealand, often developing new neighbourhoods with a focus on community well-being. They aim to build warm, dry, and safe homes, fostering a sense of belonging among residents.
Visit website →While not a residential community itself, the Ranui Community Centre acts as a hub fostering strong community bonds in the Ranui neighbourhood. It hosts numerous events and services that encourage local interaction and support.
Visit website →Te Aro Pā represents a historically significant Māori settlement area, fostering a strong sense of community and cultural identity among its residents. Efforts are ongoing to revitalise and acknowledge its heritage, strengthening local connections.
Abbeyfield Levin provides supported independent living for older people in a friendly, communal house setting. Residents enjoy their own private space while benefiting from shared meals and companionship, fostering a sense of belonging.
Visit website →Abbeyfield Masterton provides supported independent living for older people in a friendly, communal house setting. Residents enjoy their own private rooms while sharing meals and social activities.
Visit website →Abbeyfield Newtown provides supported independent living for older people in a friendly, communal house. Residents enjoy their own private space while sharing meals and social activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →Abbeyfield Porirua provides affordable, supported housing for independent older people. Residents enjoy their own private space while benefiting from shared meals and companionship.
Visit website →Abbeyfield Upper Hutt provides supported independent living for older people in a friendly, communal house. Residents enjoy private rooms while sharing meals and social activities, fostering companionship and a sense of belonging.
Visit website →Abbeyfield provides supported independent living for older people in a friendly, communal house setting. Residents enjoy their own private space while sharing meals and social activities.
Visit website →Abbeyfield Wanganui provides affordable, supported housing for older people who wish to live independently but enjoy companionship and a sense of community. Residents have their own rooms and share communal living spaces and meals.
Visit website →Abbeyfield provides affordable, supported housing for older people who wish to live independently but with companionship and security. Residents enjoy a communal living environment with shared meals and activities.
Visit website →Crofton Downs Care Home & Retirement Village offers a mix of independent living and comprehensive care services in a modern facility. Residents enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with various activities and amenities designed for comfort and wellbeing.
Visit website →Bupa Whitby offers a range of care options and independent living for seniors in a supportive village environment. Residents can enjoy a sense of community with various social activities and amenities.
Visit website →Enliven Central offers a range of retirement villages and aged care facilities designed to provide a vibrant community for seniors. Residents can enjoy independent living options alongside access to comprehensive care services and social activities.
Visit website →Woburn Apartments offer independent living for seniors within a vibrant retirement village community. Residents enjoy modern apartments with access to shared facilities and social activities, promoting an active and connected lifestyle.
Visit website →Kapiti Village offers a welcoming and secure environment for retirees, featuring independent living units and a range of community facilities. Residents benefit from a supportive atmosphere and opportunities for social engagement within the village.
Visit website →Malvina Major Retirement Village provides a comprehensive range of living options for seniors, from independent villas to hospital-level care, fostering a strong sense of community. The village offers numerous facilities and activities, encouraging social interaction and a fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →Kāpiti Village offers a vibrant retirement lifestyle with a range of independent living options and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy various social activities and amenities designed for comfortable and engaging senior living.
Visit website →Rita Angus Retirement Village offers a vibrant and secure community for seniors, providing independent living, serviced apartments, and care options. Residents enjoy a range of social activities, amenities, and a supportive environment designed for active aging.
Visit website →Bob Scott Retirement Village offers independent living, assisted living, and care options for seniors in a vibrant community setting. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities and social opportunities.
Visit website →Charles Fleming Retirement Village offers independent living, assisted living, and care options within a thriving community. Residents enjoy modern facilities and a wide range of social events and amenities.
Visit website →Hilda Ross Retirement Village provides a full continuum of care, from independent living to rest home and hospital care, within a lively community. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities and activities designed to foster wellbeing and social connection.
Visit website →Malvina Major Retirement Village offers independent living, assisted living, and care options for seniors. It provides a secure and engaging community with a wide range of facilities and social opportunities.
Visit website →Shona McFarlane Retirement Village provides a continuum of care from independent living to aged care, fostering a supportive environment for its residents. The village offers numerous facilities and activities to promote an active and social lifestyle.
Visit website →The Village at the Park is a modern retirement village offering independent living apartments and villas, along with a comprehensive care facility. It provides a vibrant community atmosphere with numerous amenities and activities for residents.
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