Independent Living Units

The Salvation Army has 234 independent living units (ILUs) throughout New Zealand.

These units provide an essential service for the low income elderly. If you or a family member is an older person in need, please read this page to find out more about applying for one of these units.

The units are supplied with:

• floor coverings -- carpet and vinyl
• communal aerial -- but not TV set
• electric stove
• one fixed infra-red heater (in some units only)

You will need to supply:

• curtaining/blinds
• telephone
• refrigerator
• washing machine
• your own furniture and household appliances
• rubbish bin

Most units have one bedroom, large enough for two single or one double bed, a built-in wardrobe, lounge/dining room, kitchen with pantry cupboard and space for a refrigerator, utility room with shower, tub, toilet and wash-hand basin and space for a washing machine. In addition there is a hot water cupboard and a small storeroom outside. Each unit has its own clothes line.

The conditions of tenancy in a ILU

• ILUs are rented to independent tenants only. However, you may use services such as: cleaning, showering, shopping, meals on wheels, etc. if needed. You might use your ILU as an intermediary step before going into full-time care.
• You're expected to keep your unit (including your outside area and gardens) clean and tidy.
• You may not alter any part of the interior or exterior of the unit. Building storage and garden sheds or carports is also not allowed.
• Pets are limited to caged birds, fish and only one cat.
• No parking is permitted on the lawns.