$55M State-of-the-Art Aged Care and Retirement Community for Mudgeeraba

A $55-million integrated aged-care and retirement development at Mudgeeraba will officially begin construction today with City of Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate and Carinity Aged Care Business Development and Marketing Manager James Woods turning the first sod on site.

The development consists of a state-of-the-art 96-bed aged-care centre, 88 two-and-three-bedroom retirement villas and 20 assisted-living units on the 31ha site in sought-after Mudgeeraba, enabling the tranquillity and privacy of semi-rural living within a short drive to city facilities and the world’s best beaches.

Cr Tate said the Carinity development was a positive step towards providing vital infrastructure for the city’s growing aging population, as well as new employment opportunities in the aged-care sector.

“There are about 80,000 residents over the age of 65 on the Gold Coast, and that number is growing,” he said.

“City of Gold Coast supports seniors in many ways and it’s great to see another community project which adds to our enviable lifestyle.”

Business Development and Marketing Manager James Woods said the new community was created around the concept of providing residents a lifestyle focused on wellbeing and welldoing.

“There will be no shortage of activities to keep people healthy and socially connected. We have the Mosaic Baptist Church next door and the Mudgeeraba Show Society across the road. Around the corner is the Gold Coast Heritage Museum and Heritage Centre which is home to many community groups including woodworkers, car enthusiasts and potters. These community links are critical to establishing a safe, positive and active lifestyle,” Mr Woods said.

He said Stage One of the project involved building a $21M contemporary residential aged-care complex opening in mid-2017.

“The Gold Coast has the second-largest population of people aged over 65 years as well as one of the highest population growth rates in Queensland. Our development meets the demand for high-quality retirement and aged care options in the area.”

 “Mudgeeraba is a wonderful retirement location known for its convenience and beauty. The Carinity site is nestled in the foothills of the Gold Coast Hinterland with exquisite natural features including a gentle elevation and breezes, easterly aspect and expansive views across a rural setting surrounded by native vegetation and extensive landscaping.”

“The spacious site offers a relaxed atmosphere while incorporating a range of features such as activity walks and a community pavilion so residents can enjoy a socially active lifestyle with the peace of mind of knowing that help is at hand if needed. Wellbeing is central to what we offer and we are also looking at integrating a riding school so residents have a diverse range of activities to choose from.”

“The facility encompasses the benefits of regional living with easy access to medical facilities, public transport, the Pacific Motorway and Robina Town Shopping Centre.”

Mr Woods said the bright, open-plan public spaces and split-level design in the new aged-care building created the feeling of being in a stylish contemporary hotel rather than a traditional residential aged care centre.

“The aged-care building also incorporates a café, activities areas and dining rooms as well as an advanced nurse call system and staff-to-resident communications, the ability to personalise air-conditioning, resident Wi-Fi internet access, an on-site commercial kitchen and laundry and advanced security systems.”

“All resident rooms include an ensuite and are fully air-conditioned, while our retirement lifestyle units boast generous floor plans and sleek finishes connected through a community pavilion offering a range of services including a café and swimming pool.”

“This is a place where people will feel they belong.”

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