Cumberland View Retirement Village

15/04/2026

Join us for a cuppa and great company at our May Morning Tea! ☕ Meet neighbours, share stories and enjoy a relaxed tour of the village. We can’t wait to connect with you! RSVP 🔗https://www.cumberlandviewretirementvillage.com.au/contact-us/

14/04/2026

Join us for a cuppa and great company at our May Morning Tea! ☕ Meet neighbours, share stories and enjoy a relaxed tour of the village. We can’t wait to connect with you!
RSVP🔗
https://www.cumberlandviewretirementvillage.com.au/contact-us/

10/04/2026

What a day! Our March Wellness Open Day was a beautiful celebration of health and community. From fresh juices and mini-massages to inspiring talks by Dr. Avi Charlston, there was something for everyone.
Read the full recap by Peita, on the blog now!

Our Wellness Open Day Wheelers Hill was a vibrant success! Read Peita's recap on the health talks, massage, and community connection at Cumberland View.

23/03/2026

Most people think exercise needs to be fast or intense to matter.

But the research tells a different story.

For those over 70, some of the most powerful walking health benefits come from something much simpler. Walking at your own pace.

No pressure. No targets. Just steady, comfortable movement that supports heart health, brain function and overall wellbeing.

It’s not about pushing harder. It’s about moving regularly in a way that feels right.

We’ve explored the science behind it in our latest Wellness Series article on our website now (link below). Or better yet, come and experience it for yourself with a walk through our village grounds this Friday at our Wellness Open Day!

Discover the walking health benefits for over 70s. Learn how gentle daily walking supports heart health, brain function, and overall wellbeing.

19/03/2026

Join Us at the Melbourne Retirement Village & Resort Expo. On Today and tomorrow - 10am to 3pm. If you are you considering retirement living this is your chance to explore and ask questions - we look forward to meeting you!

17/03/2026

A simple cup of tea has always meant more than just a warm drink.

For generations, tea has brought people together for conversation, comfort and a quiet pause in the day. Interestingly, modern research now suggests that moderate tea drinking may also be linked with benefits for brain health, heart health and overall wellbeing.

Of course, one of the biggest benefits might be the ritual itself; taking a moment to slow down and connect with others.

We’ve explored what the science actually says about tea and healthy ageing in our latest wellness series article.

Read more here 🔗(with a cuppa of course! ☕)

Discover the science-backed tea health benefits, including brain health, heart health, hydration and the social benefits of sharing a cup with friends.

16/03/2026

Did you know that getting your hands in the soil could be one of the best things you can do for your health?

Research shows that contact with a naturally occurring soil bacterium triggers serotonin production in the brain and supports immune function in ways that genuinely matter as we age.

For those of us who've always loved a garden, it turns out our instincts were right all along.

Read the full article to find out what the science says 🔽

Science confirms what gardeners already know – getting your hands in the soil is genuinely good for you after 70. Discover gardening health benefits and how gardening boosts immunity, mood, and independence, and why Cumberland View Village makes it easy to keep growing.

12/03/2026

Two weeks until our Wellness Open Day, and we'd love to see you there.
Join us on Friday 27 March from 1pm to 4pm for a presentation by Dr Avi Charlton on practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies, complimentary wellness experiences, a tour of our village, and good food throughout the afternoon.
Free to attend. Places are limited, so RSVP early: (03) 9795 9166 or via https://tinyurl.com/yckxyxm5

12/03/2026

Our Wellness Open Day is about more than expert advice. It's a chance to actually experience it.

On the day, our Wellness Village will be open with complimentary sessions from local health providers: therapeutic massage with Taking Care Massage, Tai Chi demonstrations with Yogamigo, mindfulness and music therapy with Alice Chiu, and physiotherapy guidance from Physio Co.

Come along, try something new, and see what an afternoon designed around your wellbeing actually feels like.

Friday 27 March, 1pm to 4pm, 101 Whalley Drive Wheelers Hill. Free to attend, places are limited.

RSVP: (03) 9795 9166 or via the link https://tinyurl.com/yckxyxm5

12/03/2026

There's a reason the dinner table has always been where the important things happen.

Research now confirms what most of us have long known: eating with others is genuinely good for your health. Better nutrition, lower stress, improved mood, even reduced mortality risk.

It doesn't have to be a formal occasion. A neighbour invited in for soup. A morning tea that stretches into lunch. Two people who happen to be in the same space and decide to eat together.

At Cumberland View Retirement Village, those moments happen naturally. We've written about the science (and the joy) behind shared meals in our latest Wellness Series article. 🔗⬇️

Research shows that sharing meals with others can dramatically reduce mortality risk in older adults. Discover the Social Medicine of Shared Meals - why communal dining is one of the most powerful and enjoyable health habits after 70.

20/02/2026

Our Wellness Open Day is coming!

Friday 27 March, 1pm to 4pm and you're invited.

Come and experience an afternoon designed around what matters most in retirement: your health, your independence and your connection to others. We're opening our doors for a genuinely special event featuring a presentation by Dr Avi Charlton, GP and author, sharing practical, evidence-based strategies on nutrition and lifestyle that make a real difference as we age.

Then explore our Wellness Village with complimentary experiences including massage from Taking Care Massage, Tai Chi demonstrations from Yogamigo, mindfulness and music therapy with Alice Chiu, and physiotherapy advice from Physio Co.
Take a wander through our beautiful village, chat with our neighbours about what life is really like here and stay for gourmet healthy food.

Whether you're seriously considering a move or simply want to learn more about healthy ageing, we'd love to show you around our little pocket of Wheelers Hill.

Friday 27 March
1pm to 4 pm
101 Whalley Drive, Wheelers Hill
Free entry

RSVP appreciated. Places are limited, so give us a call on (03) 9795 9166 or RSVP via our website to secure your spot.

https://tinyurl.com/bp9jwknf

23/12/2025

Merry Christmas to Our Wonderful Community!

As the year draws to a close and the festive lights begin to glow a little brighter we want to take a moment to celebrate you the heart of our community.

Christmas is more than a date on the calendar.
It’s a feeling.
A chance to slow down, reconnect and appreciate the small moments that make life meaningful.
Whether you’re gathering with family, sharing a meal with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet moment of peace, we hope this season brings warmth to your home and joy to your heart.

This year has reminded us how important kindness, connection, and community truly are.
We’ve seen neighbors helping neighbors, friendships strengthened, and countless acts of generosity big and small.

These moments are what make our community so special.

May your Christmas be filled with:

Laughter that echoes through your home

Memories that warm you long after the season ends

Love that surrounds you in every direction

Hope that carries you into the new year

Thank you for being part of this beautiful community.

From our hearts to yours
Merry Christmas and may the coming year bring new opportunities, brighter days, and plenty of reasons to smile.