Welcome to Fairlands Retirement Estate
Living well, with support that adapts to life's changes
Retirement is more than a move and a place to live. If you are looking for…
- Simplicity, without losing independence
- Community, without losing privacy
- Safety and security, without feeling restricted
- Living well, with support that adapts to life's changes
- A tranquil nature-filled environment, with garden pathways
…at Fairlands, you'll find this balance.
A Continuum of Care - All Within One Estate
Fairlands is a trusted, registered non-profit retirement community offering:
Independent Living
In your own cottage, with peace of mind, for active older people
Assisted Living
Rental for supplementary support when it is needed, but with the independence of your own space
Frail Care
With 24-hour compassionate nursing, delivered with dignity
Fairlands handles the complexities and details of the property - so residents and families don't have to. This improves resident's quality of life and alleviates stress for both you and your family.
For Residents
A place to live in dignity with independence, healthy active ageing and a genuine sense of belonging.
For Families
Confidence that care, safety and support are proactively coordinated - today and into the future.
Experience Our Beautiful Estate
Our Historic Chapel
Independent Living Cottages
Beautifully Landscaped Gardens
Tranquil Garden Pathways
Our Expansive Estate
Our Dedicated Care Team
Why Choose Fairlands Retirement Estate
One Relationship
Coordinate one relationship, not multiple providers nor fragmented care
One Community
One community, not repeated moves between places
One Trusted Team
Professional, experienced, compassionate, and accountable
One Decision
A long-term choice that reduces uncertainty
One Journey
One continuum of care journey for the older person
Move Once
No need to move again when your needs change
Enjoy continuity within the same place and with the same friendly faces. It is a new chapter shaped by mutual respect, friendly connections and genuine peace of mind.
A Journey That Evolves With You
Our model is designed to evolve with each resident. We believe in and support independence, but ensure caregivers are available and can be relied upon to offer more help when it's asked for.
This reduces stress, improves co-ordination, provides the most effective outcome for the older person, and peace of mind for everyone.
What Our Residents Say
"I love the outlook from my peaceful patio and really enjoy nattering with people who pop in to say hello. I enjoy the regular braais and socials and the friendliness. I have often enjoyed participating in 'Arts, Crafts & Mosaics' and I have a dog who has perfect eyesight but is a little deaf to instructions…. If I am stuck with home maintenance, I just phone the relevant people at Fairlands and they help me. Also, if I need any nursing help, I just phone and the nurses come to my home which gives me confidence and my family comfort that my welfare is taken care of. Plus, I know one day when I can't manage on my own, I don't need to go look for another place to stay."
— K. Sanders
"We interacted with Fairlands long before the cottage renovation process started. Fairlands gave us our cottage design and what they offer, and whatever extras we wanted we paid for ourselves - they were very accommodating making it into our home. My husband explained how and where we wanted the additional items in the scullery, more cupboards up to the ceiling in the kitchen and then there were new items, such as our own aircon & TV which we paid for, but the cables were properly installed by Fairlands during the renovation process, which was appreciated."
— C. Vosloo
"Fairlands has earned the trust of its community over many years. As a non-profit organisation, our responsibility is to be fit guardians of this legacy by ethical governance, transparent management, and careful responsible financial oversight for the benefit of every resident and the long-term sustainability of Fairlands."
— Chairperson of the Board
Trust, Governance, and Accountability
Our Story, Simply Told
Fairlands was founded in the 1960s. With over 50 years of service, Fairlands has improved upon the foundation of care, integrity, and responsible governance which was provided by the founding vision of the local community, determined to provide dignified care for older people in East London.
That purpose continues to guide us today: Living well, with support that adapts to life's changes.
Fairlands helps people to help people – we are therefore a registered non-profit organization operating within South Africa, in a regulated framework, with which we comply fully:
- Department of Social Development (DSD) and the Older Persons Act 13 of 2006, updated with the Older Persons Amendment Act 1 of 2025
- POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
- PAIA (Promotion of Access to Information Act)
- NPO/PBO, SARS governance Section 30 of the Income Tax Act No. 58 of 1962