They call us the sandwich generation. Some of us may already be making plans to care for our ageing parents – or even starting to think about our own futures when the question of retirement becomes inevitable. Increasingly, many modern families have been exploring alternative options that support and encourage active retirement in a positive way, allowing our elderly generation to live securely and age with dignity.
From long-term stays at retirement villages and senior living homes, to assisted living facilities and senior daycare or social clubs for the elderly, here are some local retirement villages and services throughout Malaysia:
Retirement Villages
1. Millennia Village
Surrounded by nature and crisp clean air, Millennia Village is a place where ageing holistically is pleasant, relaxing, and enjoyable. Located in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, the 344 unit luxury active and independent senior home is located only an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur and about 15 minutes drive to Seremban town, where hospitals like KPJ Seremban Specialist Hospital and Columbia Asia Hospital are located. Residents of the sanctuary will have access to splendid facilities on-site, such as an infinity pool, gym, multi-purpose fitness studio, herb garden, safe hiking trails, library and hair salon, to name a few. One will be anything but bored and lonely when retiring at Millennia Village. Communal spaces and purpose built areas like the masonry oven for pizza-making at the farm garden creates space for socialising and unlocking new skills to learn together.
Coming in 2028: Assisted living residence, emergency response team, and medical care (post-surgery rehabilitation). Follow them on Instagram or Facebook for updates. Viewings are by appointment only. Call 012- 8908038 or email info@millenniavillage.com to schedule your visit.
2. Sunway Sanctuary
Emulating the retirement villages of Japan and Australia, Sunway Sanctuary boasts modern facilities, especially their world-class healthcare offerings. As Sunway Medical Centre is conveniently located a stone’s throw away from the home, residents are tended to with promptness and professionalism. There is a choice of independent living (where an individual is still mobile and can handle daily tasks independently), assisted living (when one requires support), or post-discharge care suites at Sunway Sanctuary. Residents get daily vital signs monitoring, access to a 24-hour emergency response system, and healthcare appointments and consultation as part of their stay. If getting top-notch medical care along with a wholesome lifestyle is what you are looking for, this recommendation may fit your bill.
3. Green Acres Retirement Village
Retire with fellow local and international retirees in a safe and secure environment. Green Acres Retirement Village encourages ageing with grace, freedom, and independence. Residents can choose between a one or two-bedroom villas as their living quarters, which come with a fully-fitted kitchen, spacious bathroom, security surveillance, and 24-hour emergency call button in every room. There are also meaningful community activities – from mingling at the Clubhouse, to enjoying movie screenings at the theatrette together. Hanging out is not limited to the village compound, as residents have the privilege to get on the scheduled village shuttle service to and from local shopping centres around Ipoh and the town centre too.
4. Eden-On-The-Park
Nestled in tranquil and serene Kuching, Sarawak, Eden-On-The-Park has been a one-stop nursing care residence since 2015. Apart from being a place for rehabilitation, the nursing care residence area also houses an active retirement living resort. The integrated development has 104 units of luxury apartment suites and 14 bungalow villas with access to resort facilities such as a golf course, housekeeping facilities, private jungle tracks, private catering and dining privileges to keep the residents occupied.
Stay tuned! Eden at Botanica CT, Penang (Balik Pulau) is coming up as the second location for this retirement resort. Follow them on their socials for the latest updates.
5. ReU Living
ReU Living is trusted for having one of the best recovery retreat packages to help one get back on their feet. From post-surgery recovery, to taking care of senior clients while their families are abroad or travelling, ReU Living aims to deliver care with the highest standards, granting families peace of mind. With state-of-the-art equipment and technology during the rehab sessions, and club facilities like the pool, nutritious halal dining menus, and orthopaedic recovery stations (including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in partnership with Thomson TCM), it’s a holistic one-stop centre for the elderly.
You heard it here first! ReU Living is opening a new branch located at The Gardens Residences, MidValley City in 2025.
6. Pacific Senior Living (Acacia)
Located in the heart of Klang, this former hotel has been transformed into a senior living location, filled with superb facilities, age-appropriate fixtures like anti-slip flooring and bed-guard rails, and warm hospitality. After a recent dash of rejuvenation, the property has 136 accommodation units for stay-ins, and a dining hall that serves delicious fare, along with a senior daycare centre called ‘Silver Club’. At ‘Silver Club’, there are plenty of activities and programmes like counselling, fitness and yoga, and experiential therapy led by the in-house Guest Engagement Officer to keep seniors engaged and to afford them the support they need throughout the day.
Assisted Living Homes
7. Care Concierge
Senior living specialists, Care Concierge understands that some people prefer to age in their own home for greater familiarity and privacy. As part of its services, Care Concierge has live-in professional caregivers who are trained to give round-the-clock assistance for retirees needing medical support and personalised care for those with health conditions like dementia, cancer care, stroke recovery, and Alzheimer’s. Besides medical support, Care Concierge also offers their Flexi Care aid, which covers companionship for the elderly at home (be it a few hours a day, or several days in a week to help with daily tasks and care). It is a good option for core caregivers to get some time to rest and reset, or to run errands without worrying about their loved ones.
Equip yourself with the knowledge of caring safely for the elderly at home. Care Concierge runs short courses teaching the best practices as a family caregiver. Contact them for more information.
8. Komune Care
In partnership with UOA and Care Concierge, Komune Care is recognised as one of the largest senior daycare centres in Malaysia and is housed within Komune Living and Wellness, a combined multi-generational community. Specialising in ageing and dementia care, Komune Care has a reliable and experienced care team for those in the assisted living suites and operates a senior daycare centre, starting from RM2,500 a month.
9. The Mansion (four locations across Kuala Lumpur)
Operating as the country’s first dementia home managed by Care Concierge, The Mansion offers wonderful care and medical attention for its residents; be it long-term or short-term stay. With a premium and resort-like ambiance, The Mansion is a charming place to retire, build community, and welcome visiting family and friends. Daily life is enhanced with physical activities such as morning walks or stretching sessions designed to improve mobility and general health.
10. Teman Malaysia
Need a companion for the day? Or a helping hand for health appointments? Look no further; Teman Malaysia is here to help. This social enterprise aims to provide trustworthy care companionship by competent and compassionate caregivers. Book your required service based on your budget via their official website, where the types of help available (and applicable rates) are listed out.
11. Kampungku Malaysia
Healthy ageing is a blessing and Kampungku Malaysia believes that being a senior citizen does not deter you from leading a cheerful, healthy, and active lifestyle. The 4-hour senior daily club is inspired by everyday life at their ‘kampung’ (village), where everyone is welcome to do something together to evoke a sense of purpose, belonging, and good fun. It is a safe place where the elderly can join programmes run by certified physiotherapists for their physical wellbeing (strength and mobility exercises), cognitive-led games to stimulate and sharpen their minds for fortitude, or socialise through shared connections and experiences. It’s the perfect place for the golden agers to ‘lepak’ to boost their morale and combat loneliness.
Daily packages start at RM120 and there is the option to join the morning (8.00am to 12.00pm) or afternoon (2.00pm to 6.00pm) sessions.
With these alternatives, Malaysia presents a handful of meaningful choices for those seeking to have some support in caring for their elderly loved ones. While understanding that ageing is a natural process, having a wholesome lifestyle starts earlier in life. Choose to have balanced meals, sleep enough, laugh often, and exercise regularly to stave off premature ageing.
We’ve all heard it before, health is your greatest wealth – so let’s continue to aim for this, #makchicmumsquad!
By Amanda Sura
Photos are taken from the respective brands’ websites, press releases, and social media pages. For more details and current prices, please contact the businesses respectively.
