Meet Our Dedicated Team

After 35 years creating bespoke residential communities, Sandy Foster – the developer, operator and owner of The Grove Orewa – has a long history of success in many retirement village developments.

A civil engineering background and a strong record of business planning, financial modelling, market research and project planning in property development, Sandy is well respected in the community housing sector.

Janine has been involved in the retirement living industry for over eight years and has managed independent living villages on Auckland’s North Shore and the Hibiscus Coast during this time. Janine explains that she feels the role of Village Manager is a truly rewarding one, as you can make a genuine difference and contribute to providing a great retirement living experience for all residents, helping them to live their best life.

Janine says, it is a pleasure to come to work each day, as there is a wonderful community spirit among the residents and staff. The Grove Orewa is truly unique, and I love the village’s calm, relaxed atmosphere which is reflected in its surroundings and the coastal feel of the lifestyle centre.

Helen is the Sales Manager at The Grove Orewa.

Helen has dedicated the past 14 years of her career to the Retirement living industry, specifically in the Rest Home environment. During this time, she has gained experience in both Administration and Sales.

Over the past 6 years, Sales has been Helen's primary focus, and it is a genuine passion of hers. She takes great pleasure in developing connections with individuals and assisting them in finding their ideal next step in life, which is living in their Retirement.

Helen thoroughly enjoys her profession, as it allows her to collaborate with people and work in beautiful surroundings on a daily basis. She values the opportunity to make new friends, acquire knowledge each day, and help individuals envision the possibilities of their future and how fulfilling it can be.

The Grove Orewa is an exceptional place with an amazing team. She finds immense joy in being a part of it and warmly invites others to join our village community.

Sarah joined The Grove Orewa team in July 2023, stepping into the newly created role of Registered Nurse Consultant. With 22 years of nursing experience, including seven years as a Practice Nurse at a local medical centre, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to our community.

Sarah is known for her caring and approachable nature. She provides practical support to residents by monitoring and evaluating their ongoing health and wellbeing. Additionally, she offers valuable education to residents and their families regarding care, medications, and other health-related topics. Sarah is also able to assist residents in navigating healthcare services, ensuring they receive the best possible care.

Tanya joined The Grove Orewa team in July 2023 as our Receptionist Administrator, a role we fondly refer to as our “Director of First Impressions.” With her extensive experience in retirement living, Tanya quickly became an integral part of our village team. She has created a warm and welcoming environment at our reception, making both residents and visitors feel right at home.

Karen joined The Grove Orewa team in December 2022 and was immediately immersed in her role as Services Assistant. On just her second day, she played a crucial part in organising and running our Resident Christmas Dinner. Despite the challenge of quickly learning the names of residents and staff, Karen demonstrated her adaptability and dedication.

Part of Karen's role involves coordinating events and arranging guest speakers to engage our residents with interesting topics. Her efforts are greatly appreciated by both residents and staff, making her a valued member of The Grove Orewa community.