Living in Abu Dhabi? - Abu Dhabi Global Health Insurance
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Abu Dhabi is continually growing to be home to an exciting, diverse, multi-cultural blend of young, dynamic and professional people enjoying the unrivalled quality of life that the Emirate has to offer. Medical facilities are also of the highest quality and holders of Abu Dhabi global health insurance plans can rest assured that there is good quality treatment available in their country of residence.
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It is no surprise therefore that Abu Dhabi has recorded the fastest growth in population in the world. More and more expatriates are moving to the city due to the high quality of life, outstanding employment prospects, fantastic medical facilities and to experience the very best in the world of work and lifestyle by living in Abu Dhabi.
Accommodation
Non nationals now have the opportunity to purchase a home in Abu Dhabi but it is still a costly and time consuming process. Therefore for now rental is still the main option to expatriates. Abu Dhabi is the most accommodating place to live in the gulf, with high quality accommodation in good supply throughout the city. Many have excellent facilities - gym, sauna, satellite television or in-house video and covered car parking are some of the options available to residents.
Many expatriate executives living in Abu Dhabi choose to live in the Jumeirah suburb, which stretches southward along the coast from the city centre. For top-of-the-range villas, the choice is between larger independent properties or smaller villas in compounds. The latter usually have swimming pools, squash and tennis courts.
Most rented accommodation in Abu Dhabi is unfurnished (although kitchens may be partly or fully equipped). Many villas and new apartments have central air-conditioning already installed and a range of furniture and household equipment.
Jobs
Due to the rapid economic growth in Abu Dhabi there are numerous job opportunities available. One of the biggest local newspapers has an "Appointments" edition three times a week where you can find all types of vacancies. There are many financial services and engineering positions available and these are also published on the newspaper’s website.
A large number of recruitment agencies are also located in the city. They can help you to find the right job and are very useful when it comes to giving expats advice and information on visas and other work related issues.
Health
Medical facilities in Abu Dhabi are very good, both in public and private sectors. The Health and Medical Services Department provides medical care for all UAE nationals, visitors and resident expatriates. Currently expatriates can go to any hospital as long as they have a valid health card. However this may change in the future and all expatriates may require having private Abu Dhabi global health insurance plans to ensure any treatment costs are covered.
Pharmacies: Most medicines are readily available at pharmacies. You may check in the local newspapers for information. In Abu Dhabi you can call a 24-hour municipality emergency number - 04 2232323 which lists the locations of open chemists. Prescription costs should be covered by your Abu Dhabi insurance medical policy.
Medical facilities: A list of medical facilities can be found here to assist with any treatment in an emergency or otherwise.
Education
English is the medium of instruction in most schools which adopt variations of the popular Montessory method of instruction. Annual fees may vary. Some play-schools like the New Abu Dhabi Nursery (Satwa) accept children from 18 months onwards.
An academic record of your child is required for admissions. Some schools conduct entrance tests. Schools offer GCSE, 'A' Levels, French, American, Indian, Japanese and other systems. Teaching standards are above average and many teachers are expatriates themselves.
Children with special needs: Handicapped centers supervised by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs cater to those with hearing and physical disabilities, the visually impaired and others with special needs. The Ministry is constantly improving its facilities whilst at the same time emphasizing the role of the family in caring for the disabled.
