Retirement Villages & Assisted Living Accommodation
By Jana Pearce
The days of retirement villages being places where people are "put out to pasture" are long gone. Today retirement villages and resorts
are vibrant communities with cultural and recreational diversity. People are often amazed to find out that
some people who live in a "retirement" community aren't retired but have active full or part-time jobs in either paid or volunteer positions. Which village is right for you? Choosing a retirement village in northern Sydney is not easy as there are so many options many of which offer different lifestyles and cater to varying interests. Before you start looking at the many
different retirement lifestyle choices on offer, you need to think carefully about the type of village that suits the kind of person (or couple) you are, and be secure in the knowledge your needs will be looked after now and in the future. If you're a city person and like to be
'where the action is' you have the choice of living in a stylish and cosmopolitan
atmosphere like the lower North Shore or Manly with entertainment, theatre, restaurants, transport hubs, theatre and cinemas within walking distance or a quick bus, ferry or train trip away. Ryde and Parramatta are worth
considering as these cities have grown to become vibrant communities with excellent transport links, support networks, major shopping precincts, hospital and medical facilities, and lifestyle opportunities like restaurants and clubs as well as a host of social and recreational activities. Nature lovers Are you the kind of person who leans
towards the tranquillity of a leafy bushland setting, fresh air and tranquillity yet still want to be close to hospitals and medical practitioners such as in Belrose, North Turramurra, Hills district and Warriewood? Other Northern Beaches suburbs like
Bayview and Narrabeen have much to offer people who like the smell of salt air in their nostrils as well as boating, fishing, walks on the sand and the laid-back
lifestyle of seaside suburbs. Make the decision while you still can Many people decide to make the move to a retirement village while they are still active, so they get to choose where they want live before future events can take the control out of their hands. Others decide they want or need the
support and companionship offered by a secure and friendly retirement community. Some people move to a village or an assisted living apartment to be close to their family members while still maintaining their independence. Break through the barriers Whatever the reason, fear of change is often the biggest hurdle people face when making the decision to move. However, once people do make the change, they talk about the freedom, and security they have gained by living in a supportive community environment. More time and freedom to enjoy life Whether it's freedom to leave your home for weeks or months at a time to travel the world or visit family and friends, or simply the joy of walking in pleasant gardens with the knowledge that if anything happens to you, help is near. There's also the freedom gained from
not having to deal with ongoing house and garden maintenance issues, and having a home with stylish and modern comforts that are 'age flexible' to suit your changing needs. There's also more time to enjoy a life
Across Sydney from Turramurra, to Manly to Merrylands and West Pennant Hills, Southern Cross (NSW) & ACT) has independent and assisted living apartments
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filled with what you want to do, whether these be leisure, social, intellectual, recreational or creative pursuits. Companionship and Security In a village or assisted living facility, there's companionship with people your age and often with similar interests. Richard Andrews ,author ofDon't Buy
Photo : Southern Cross Care
Your Retirement Home Without Me! (published by Wrightbooks) said living in a retirement community is a great lifestyle choice for retirees, providing an instant social network and low-maintenance homes
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