There’s a certain point in our adult life when we start wondering what retirement would be like for us. We would have all the time in the world to try out things we were not able to do because of work or family. Things like travelling and indulging in various activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, or even joining a book club.

Retirement also means letting go of things that will keep worrying us and replacing it with something that will add value to our lives. We are talking about letting go of taking care of a house on our own and instead considering living in a retirement village.

The right retirement village should offer advantages that will not just make life easier for you but should still allow you to maintain a sociable and active lifestyle.

Top-class facilities and services

Retirement villages have a wide range of excellent facilities and amenities that can cater to your every whim and interest. For instance, retirement villages on the central coast of NSW have a bowling alley, craft and hobby room, games room, golf course, swimming pool, and even a salon. They also offer deliveries from chemists, visiting hairdressers, and an emergency call system.

You can also expect sustainability features like an excellent waste management and the use of renewable energy (e.g. solar panels) on your stay. As well as being able to walk manicured gardens and well-maintained outdoor areas during your stay.

More economical place to live in

Think about the upkeep that is needed if you plan on living in your longstanding home.

• It’s too big for just the two of you to live in
• You will be paying for electricity and other utilities for a three- or four-bedroom house
• Maintaining and cleaning a larger house and garden will be challenging

Seems to be a bit of a doozy to do at a prime age, right? Moving into a retirement village means you have 24/7 help when it comes maintenance issues. Not to mention, it will be more cost-effective to run a new, well-equipped property than a larger house, and relatively older house.

You can still benefit from your old house

Of course, this does not mean that you will have to let go owning your old house. You will still own your old house and take advantage of the housing market to sell and earn from it. You can also pass it down to family members, rent it out, or convert it into a Bed and Breakfast property so that you can still earn a steady income even if you are retired.

This will allow you to finance your travels or maybe provide financial help to family members. Do not think of moving from a larger house to a retirement apartment as downsizing. Think of it as looking at a potential means to start a business or provide assets to your loved ones.

Easily modified accommodation

One of the appeals of retirement villages is that help is easy to get whenever you need it. This can range from menial tasks like piping or gardening to more urgent ones like getting medicine delivered to your home. The accommodation also changes since retirement villages are designed to provide your need as you get older. When it is already needed, you can ask for convenient bathing and food arrangements suited for you.

Retirement should be about comfort and living the best life that you can. So make your retirement living count and consider choosing a retirement village setting when the time comes.