Could retirement villages be the key to living a healthy, independent life for longer?

When it comes to exploring your different downsizing options, are you aware of the range of holistic benefits that living in a retirement village can provide?

At Applewood, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for our residents to live healthy, independent lives for longer. Experts say that besides maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, the key elements of living longer in good health are social, intellectual and physical activities. And this is where moving to a retirement village could hugely benefit your healthspan; by providing opportunities to stay active with onsite fitness facilities and classes, and encouraging social and emotional connections with neighbours and peers.

The beauty of living in a retirement village like Applewood, is you can tailor the level of support you require to provide added peace of mind. As well as having our duress systems fitted in our homes and community spaces, residents can carry a help pendant with within their villa or apartment, where they can click a button to receive immediate onsite emergency assistance. They can also work with home care providers, book in nurse and doctor visits onsite and even organise the delivery of nutritious meals from our very own Orchard Restaurant when they require added support.

Many of our residents have told us time and time again that living at Applewood has granted them a new lease on life, helping them to feel more connected and active than they did before making the move.

One of our valued residents, Doris, has this advice: “Don’t leave it too late. You really need to come in when you’re able to enjoy everything.”

While retirement villages may not be the right move for everyone, we’re strong believers that communities where likeminded individuals can live independently, surrounded by active and social opportunities, present a whole myriad of health and lifestyle benefits.

If you’re planning your next phase of life, come and discover the broad range of wellness, lifestyle and social advantages of living independently at Applewood. Call 03 8848 1111 to learn more and book a tour.