Metlifecare
A leading owner and operator of retirement villages and aged care facilities in New Zealand.
Established in 1984, Metlifecare currently owns and operates a portfolio of 37 retirement villages in areas with strong local economies, supportive demographics and high median house prices, located predominantly in New Zealand’s upper North Island.
- Sector
Social
- Country
New Zealand
- Fund
EQT Infrastructure IV
- Entry
2020
- Responsible advisor
Sam Franklin
- Website
- Metlifecare


Market trends and drivers
The market for retirement village living in New Zealand is highly attractive and characterised by positive aging population demographics. New Zealand’s population aged over 75 is forecast to grow materially over the next 20 years and retirement village living is widely viewed as a secure and attractive lifestyle option for aging New Zealanders.
Investment potential
Metlifecare is a leading operator of retirement villages in New Zealand with an outstanding reputation for resident care. Supported by strong market and demographic trends, Metlifecare has significant value creation and investment potential through increasing the development pipeline, enlarging the group’s continuum of care offering, and investing in digital products and tools to further enhance the resident experience.
Board of directors
- Chairperson
Murray Jordan
- Board Member
Ken Lotu-liga
- Board Member
Maggie Owens
- Board Member
Sam Franklin
- Board Member
Jonathan Coleman
- Board Member
Laurissa Cooney
Management
- CEO
Earl Gasparich
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