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To live in a coastal paradise such as Ocean Grove is in itself something special. Imagine a retirement village set amidst that same coastal paradise that offers living and aged care options within the same village community. That’s the retirement lifestyle on offer at Deborah Cheetham Retirement Village.

The village epitomizes what it means to live remarkably in retirement. Upon completion, it will be home to more than 300 residents, making it a great way to stay connected and active with like-minded people. You’ll gain a lifestyle and a community you can thrive in. And for those local to the area, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy our village within your local village.

Our next stage will be released in the coming months. Don't forget to register your interest to be among the first to receive apartment plans and pricing. 

View our plans and specifications

Tour through our village!

Care Centre Walkthrough

Find your new home

Upcoming events at Deborah Cheetham


Deborah Cheetham Open Event - Wills & Trust

Location: 181-195 Shell Road, Ocean Grove

Tuesday 15 October, 2pm
This is your opportunity to view the quality of our Deborah Cheetham Village, tour our show units, experience the wonderful amenities, and see for yourself how living in our village will enhance your lifestyle.
This event will also allow you to find out more about family trusts, wills and...
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Independent and assisted living

EXCEPTIONAL LIVING

Our independent and assisted-living residents live in spaces designed to inspire, indulge, and entertain. Assisted living in a serviced apartment offers the benefits of independent living with added support to make life easier, including housekeeping and delicious chef-prepared meals.

FINANCIAL CERTAINTY

To retire with confidence, you need financial certainty. We're transparent about our costs, offering options to fit your ideal retirement lifestyle. No matter which option you choose, you'll know exactly what you're paying and what you'll receive in return.  

We offer a choice in Deferred Management Fee (DMF), of either 30% or 25% with the latter option having a higher entry price.

You can choose between fixed or indexed weekly fees which are set at the time of signing your agreement. Indexed weekly fees are linked to the annual increase in the Consumer Price Index.

Independent and assisted-living amenities

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Connect and unwind

Community is central to the lifestyle so we offer amenities that encourage that sense of togetherness. The village will include a café, dining room, bar, hair and beauty salon, and shop.

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Skills and passions

Retirement is a great time to sharpen your skills on the passions and pastimes that you love. Spend time in the workshop, craft room, billiards room, and library.

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Active and thriving

Incorporate regular activity into your everyday routine or enjoy the camaraderie of a little game time. We will offer a swimming pool, spa pool, terrace, gym, bowling green, and village walkway loop.

"The people here are absolutely fantastic. They welcome you, and I love that."

Jennett McGaw - Ryman independent resident

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Enjoy all the upsides of living independently in a Ryman village. Easy living, security, plus a huge bonus – the support of a vibrant village community.

ASSISTED-LIVING APARTMENTS

Assisted-living apartments come with support you can count on. A chef-prepared meal, housekeeping – it's great for you and reassuring for your family.

A GUIDE TO RYMAN LIVING

Our set of guides are designed to give you an introduction to life at Ryman, and showcase our independent and assisted living options.

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HOME CARE PACKAGES

Home Care Packages are suitable for those who need help with a number of everyday tasks, from home cleaning and daily support to transport and social outings.

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Aged-care when you need it

Our retirement villages offer a range of care options - not as an add-on, but woven into the fabric of our villages.

Ocean Grove Village will offer a full range of aged care options including residential aged care (low care and high care) and specialist dementia care. Like all aspects of our villages, we constantly look for ways to improve both the aged care we provide and the innovation behind it. Aged care is customised using our myRyman care app and residents love the food in our seasonal Delicious menu, which is prepared fresh on site by village chefs. 

Care centre amenities

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A little pampering

You will be able to treat yourself to a pamper session in our hair and beauty salon or a sweet treat in the shop. 

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Relax and connect

Lounge and dining areas will provide spaces to relax and enjoy mealtimes. The food tastes great and the social interaction is good for the soul.

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Calm spaces

Tranquil outdoor spaces dedicated to our care residents will allow you to relax and meet with family and friends.

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RYMAN ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Ryman additional services aim to elevate the exceptional care we provide with a dedicated team and access to additional services, with a goal to enhance overall well-being and the resident experience.

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"My wife is being looked after very well. It gives me a sense of relief."

Brian - Ryman independent resident

RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE

Personal attention, warmth and building trusting relationships are all crucial to the customised care we provide at our care centres.

SPECIALIST DEMENTIA CARE

Nurturing and caring dementia care communities. Residents are supported to live in the moment, and to feel kindness, love, and security.

A RANGE OF CARE OPTIONS

It's hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. For the inside knowledge, check out our care guide. 

Village location

What's in the neighbourhood?

Ocean Grove Beach

Beautiful beaches

From the family-friendly Ocean Grove Main Beach, to the stunning Thirteenth Beach, Ocean Grove has some of Australia's best beaches on it's doorstep. 

Golf

World class golf courses

With multiple picturesque golf courses nestled within the Bellarine Peninsula, you won't be short of options when it comes to playing a round of golf.

 

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Award winning wineries

The Bellarine peninsula is home to a variety of award winning wineries. Take a tour to sample the best of cool climate wines and grazing platters.

our namesake

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Each Ryman village is named in honour of a Kiwi or Aussie trailblazer: Anthony Wilding, Lady Diana Isaac, Evelyn Page. They pushed further and set the bar high for others to aspire to. In creating communities that challenge the expectations of ageing, Ryman villages are also setting the bar high. They’re demonstrating that a retirement lifestyle brimming with new experiences, connections and fulfilment is something we should aspire to. Our Aussie and Kiwi namesakes represent the measure of inspiration, while Ryman villages represent the measure of retirement living.

Deborah Cheetham, AO (1964)

Deborah Cheetham is a pioneer of the Australian arts. A Yorta Yorta woman, she works tirelessly to lift the profile of Indigenous artists and deliver their talents to the nation.

Her candid nature, commitment, and determination have helped her create a platform that promotes a greater understanding of Aboriginal history in Australia.

A soprano, composer, educator, and artistic director, Deborah is known for innovatively pairing the beauty of our Indigenous languages with the intensity of classical music.

She is the co-founder of Short Black Opera, a not-for-profit Indigenous opera company committed to the development of Indigenous singers. Deborah was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2014.

Well known and highly regarded as a leader in the Australian arts for over 25 years, Deborah is passionate about highlighting the strength and importance of Aboriginal history through her art form.

With music and song, she showcases Aboriginal culture and perspectives for all to enjoy and appreciate.

Deborah is a member of the Stolen Generations. Her personal journey took 30 years. She found her way from her adoptive Sydney childhood back to her grandmother’s Yorta Yorta Country.

Her connection to Aboriginal culture flows through her music and operatic storytelling with determined intent. She is not only sharing her story but the stories and history of Aboriginal Australia.

Having graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with a Bachelor of Music Education, Deborah went on to study at the Metropolitan Opera and Julliard School of Music in New York.

Her busy career features a critically acclaimed one-woman play White Baptist Abba Fan, establishing the Dhungala Children’s Choir, an Aboriginal-led children’s choral program, and a commission to write and perform an original composition in the language of the Gadigal people.

This was performed as the Welcome to Country for the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Her achievements have been recognised through many awards.

“Music is my way of knowing the world and giving meaning to everything in it. As a performer, composer, artistic director, producer, and educator I have worked to build pathways for Indigenous artists and new audiences alike.

The work continues while there are still more barriers to breakthrough. I draw on the strength of my ancestors every day and thank them for the song that lives in me.”