Herald Malaysia
TAIPING – As Malaysia’s population ages, the need for safe, affordable, and dignified retirement living has never been more urgent. Many seniors today live alone, far from family, or without adequate support, while rising costs make quality elder care increasingly out of reach. In this growing reality, retirement homes are no longer a luxury — they are a necessity, offering not just shelter, but community, care, and peace of mind.
It is within this context that Ozanam Retirement Village (ORV) emerges as a timely and compassionate response. Built on Christian values of love, care, and human dignity, ORV offers seniors a chance to spend their golden years in a community where they are truly valued and cared for.
After overcoming an initial hiccup in development, ORV is now nearing completion, with bookings opening very soon. The vision for this retirement village began more than a decade ago, when the National Society of St Vincent de Paul Malaysia, together with the Diocese of Penang, recognised the pressing need for a dedicated retirement community — especially for elderly persons living alone or without family support.
Situated on the historic grounds of the Church of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, ORV continues a Christian mission of compassion and service that spans over 150 years. This heritage of care now finds new expression in a thoughtfully designed retirement village that places dignity and wellbeing at its heart.
What truly sets ORV apart is its rare balance of affordability and quality care. With an attractive lease cost of RM140,000 and a minimal monthly maintenance fee for a 25-year lifetime security lease, it presents a golden opportunity that comes once in a lifetime. Despite its affordability, the village offers a comprehensive range of facilities to ensure residents live in comfort, safety, and peace.
Set within a modern, serene, and ecofriendly gated environment, ORV provides fully furnished rooms, five nutritious meals daily, and dependable medical support, including a visiting doctor, on-site nursing care, and a nurse call system. These thoughtful provisions give residents — and their families — the reassurance that help and care are always close at hand.
Beyond physical comfort, Ozanam Retirement Village is deeply rooted in faith and fellowship. Its Christian foundation nurtures a warm, supportive community where respect, compassion, and mutual care are woven into daily life — ensuring that no one feels alone.
Located in Taiping, fondly known as the “land of everlasting peace,” ORV offers an ideal setting for seniors to age gracefully, peacefully, and with purpose. More than just a place to live, Ozanam Retirement Village is a place to belong, where the later years of life are honoured with compassion, comfort, and hope.
Limited units are available. This is truly an opportunity not to be missed. – Herald Malaysia
