The Advantages of Living in a Retirement Village
Aged Care Mount Maunganui
As New Zealand’s population ages, more retired New Zealanders are looking at retirement villages and asking themselves “Is it time for a change?” Retirement villages are purpose built for senior communities to give those who would benefit from some support more time and energy to enjoy retirement, instead of being bogged down by home maintenance.
Retirement villages can provide a sense of community and offer some much needed support. If you’re considering making the change, here are some of the benefits you can expect.
Advantages of Living in a Retirement Village
Community Living
One of the best things about retirement villages is the sense of community. Not only do you gain the social benefits of living near other people with the same lifestyle as you, many retirement villages host regular events which encourage you to come out and be part of a thriving community of similarly aged people.
These events create an enjoyable environment to get to know the people who live near you. Something as simple as knowing your neighbours can improve the quality of everyday life and make you feel secure in your new home.
Amenities and Services
Another major advantage of retirement villages is the wide range of support services, from help with the laundry to full-time care. Even having someone to do the heavy lifting, or help with a few chores around the house, frees up more time and energy for you to enjoy amenities such as gyms, swimming pools, and community activities.
Having free time comes in handy, as luxury retirement villages offer a range of enjoyable activities and new experiences without the need for travel. For instance, our retirement village in Papamoa hosts The Grill Brasserie, where you can try the finest grilled cuisine paired with New Zealand wines. The next day you may wish to attend aqua classes in our 25 metre pool, followed by a relaxing evening in the village library. With such a range of opportunities to take advantage of, every hour in the day counts!
Security and Safety
When you live in a retirement village, staff can keep an eye on your accommodations when you go on holiday. Not only does this ensure your personal belongings are safe, but trustworthy help is available for concerns such as having your garden watered, or the lawn mown while you are gone.
Many retirement villages are guarded or gated to protect against intruders, and being in a close-knit community means there’s always someone looking out for you. Knowing your neighbours allows them to get used to your daily routine, so they can notice if something’s not right. In addition to this, most retirement villages offer regular check-ins to ensure you have help when you need it.
Health Care and Support
Retirement villages often have a network of experienced physiotherapists, nurses, and other medical support staff. This means you can receive care without having to leave the village, and you can easily arrange check-ups to make sure any issues are well managed.
Financial Benefits
Although it can initially be expensive to move into a retirement village, there is security in knowing that you have a safe place to live regardless of what happens to rental prices or development zones outside of the village. Many villages also offer a package deal to cover expenses, which can often end up saving you money.
How to Determine when a Retirement Village is Right for You
It can be hard to decide if now is the right time to move to a retirement village. You might want to consider whether live-in home care would give you more freedom, or if having the amenities a retirement village provides will help free up more time to do the things you enjoy. Some retirement villages can provide on-site medical treatment, which can save you time and worry.
Not everyone is going to have the same needs. Different retirement accommodation situations suit different people, so it’s important to shop around and make sure your chosen retirement situation provides what you need to enjoy life. Do you enjoy a thriving social scene? Or would you prefer a quieter environment in a smaller community? Will you require regular medical care? Pacific Coast offers some of the best aged care in Tauranga, so you can be confident you’ll have access to everything you need within the village.
If you’d like to learn more about the options Pacific Coast provides, you may want to arrange a tour of the village. We’ll be happy to show you around the excellent restaurants and bar, boutique cinema, and other luxury facilities which can be found on site. Please feel free to call us on 09 625 3420 or fill out our online enquiry form to arrange a visit.
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