Woodgrove Village is a retirement village in Wembley, a northern suburb of Pietermaritzburg, run by Mowana Communities. According to the home's website, it has 172 independent living units on a life rights basis in nine size options, 23 assisted living bedsitters in The Oaks, and 16 fully supported care rooms at The Lodge. Pets are welcome. A Village Nursing Service offers a clinic service and emergency care, and residents can choose to age in place with carers. The Oaks is also on a life rights basis, and its monthly levy includes caring and three meals a day. The Lodge has an additional 4 beds reserved for respite care for life right holders. The village has three community areas: the Louis Sennett centre with a dining room, pub and meeting area, a community centre, and a library.
Typical costs for old age homes in South Africa
We do not have Woodgrove Village’s own fees. As a general guide:
Private old age homes charge R6,000–R20,000/month. NGO and church-run homes are often subsidised and accept SASSA pension (currently R2,400/month). Government-subsidised beds are limited and often have waiting lists.
These are typical South African ranges for this type of care, not this home’s prices. Actual fees vary by room type, level of care, and area, and they change every year - always confirm current rates with the home.
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Services
- Village Nursing Service with clinic service and emergency care
- Option to age in place with carers
- Assisted living with caring and three meals a day (The Oaks)
- Fully supported care (The Lodge)
- Respite care for life right holders
- Maintenance of buildings, grounds and units
Amenities
- Dining room, pub and meeting area (Louis Sennett centre)
- Community centre with big screen
- Library
- Park-like surroundings with an undeveloped wilderness space used for walks
- Pets welcome
Care Types
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