Address: 12 Kimberley Road, Darfield, Darfield, New Zealand 7510
FINALIST – 2025 Best Aged Care Small Facility – SI
Recognised For Outstanding ‘Knowledgeable / Caring Staff’ 2025
Recognised For Outstanding ‘Enjoyable Food’ 2025
Peaceful Pines Living – Finalist 2025 Best Aged Care (Small) Facility – South Island
We are delighted to recognise Peaceful Pines Living in Darfield as a Finalist in the 2025 Best Aged Care (Small) Facility – South Island award. Under the leadership of Sumi Issac, this facility has demonstrated the kind of high-quality care and resident experience that these awards celebrate. The facility is family-owned and managed, offering a “homely, country atmosphere with huge community support.”
Families and residents frequently highlight how welcoming and safe the environment is. One review notes:
“You walk in the door to Peaceful Pines Living and instantly feel welcome, safe and like you’re at home. There is a wonderful sense of calm and inclusivity that makes it a pleasure to be here.”
Another comment emphasises the consistently high ratings across multiple care dimensions, including quality of care, caring staff, and enjoyable food.
This recognition is especially meaningful as it reflects both the dedication of the team at Peaceful Pines Living and their commitment to maintaining a warm, supportive environment in a small-scale setting. Congratulations to Sumi and the entire staff for achieving Finalist status in 2025 — a well-earned accolade.
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