A Must read for Over 50's

1.Retirement Village or not?

2. And if the answer is 'yes' why buy in the Wellington Lifestyle Estate?

1.Retirement Village or not? (Here are 5 good reasons why it is a very good idea)

The COVID-19 pandemic has made us all rethink our priorities in terms of what is most dear and important to us. This means a renewed focus on health and well- being and having the support of a community. It is therefore of utmost importance that over 50's understand how living in a retirement village can positively impact on health, a sense of community and well-being in general.

• Even before COVID-19, it has been a known fact that older people can suffer from social isolation. This can negatively impact one's mental health and living in a retirement village fosters a sense of belonging and community. Residents have many opportunities to connect with each other through a range of social activities and events, which has a positive effect on health and wellbeing. Recent research conducted in Australia reports that the McCrindle Baynes report on over 5,000 retirement village residents has indicated that 46% reported improved mental health after moving into a village. A key challenge of social distancing however, is that it decreases most formal and informal family and social connections

• Social activity is a must for the elderly and living in a retirement village makes this so much easier. Although it is not possible to attend large gatherings during the pandemic, it is still possible to be socially active within the community if all protocols are observed at all times. A broad range of social activities are offered in a retirement community, so whatever your interests, your social activities are bound to have a positive impact on your wellbeing and state of mind.

• Retirement villages provide services that enable residents to have shorter hospital stays. Retirement village residents can be discharged into a safe environment that's equipped with hand railings, ramps, an emergency call system and on-site support staff. One can also count on the fact that problems of social isolation and depression when you're home after an operation can be mitigated. A safe, secure home as well as a supportive community can help keep retirement village residents out of hospital, especially if there is a facility available that offers the possibility of opting for a utilisation of a frail care facility or even assisted living in your own home.

• Participating in meaningful activities can also reduce the risk of stress-related illnesses and dementia. Activities that have a specific purpose in their execution like meditation, reading, music, drawing, painting and other crafts can all contribute to a healthy and meaningful lifestyle.

• The sooner that one occupies a home in a retirement village, the sooner you get to enjoy the village facilities and lifestyle benefits of retirement living for longer. The sooner that a property is purchased, the more meaningful your investment will be as capital growth in retirement estates in the Western Cape is a given.

It seems the move is a given - life in a retirement village is likely to boost your health and wellbeing as well as your sense of fulfilment. Why not aspire to a life lived as good as it gets?

2. And if the answer is 'yes' why buy in the Wellington Lifestyle Estate?
   • The picturesque and history filled town of Wellington is set in the Cape Winelands district, known for its stunning natural environment. It is nestled at the foot of the Groenberg on the banks of the Kromme River and lies in the valley below the historic Bain's Kloof Pass which houses breath-taking indigenous flora, rivers and streams. The town is surrounded by wine farms, fruit orchards and olive groves. Wellington is a panoramic 45-minute drive to Cape Town and 15-minutes to neighbouring Paarl.

• Wellington offers many add-ons including specialist medical practitioners at the Medi-Clinic in nearby Paarl as well as a very active social cultural community. The economic climate in the Wellington environment is very positive, due to large industries operating there, making it a good real estate investment platform.

• At the newly conceived Wellington Lifestyle Estate owners and occupants of over 50 years of age can enjoy a quality lifestyle founded in excellence in design and security that also accommodates peace of mind due to independent but simultaneous community living in a safe environment.

• The first phase of the development will consist of Sectional Title Units represented by 1 and 2 bedroom units which should be available for occupation in the region of April 2022. Sectional Title buildings are being equipped with lifts and underground parking for the comfort of residents.

• A 16-bed Frail Care Unit will have inter alia a reception area, private dining area, doctors' rooms, 24 hour operated nurse station, pharmacy and dispensary. The building will also host 71 x 1 bedroom apartments and 56 x 2 bedroom apartments of which some are either mountain or river facing.

• The amazingly beautiful and modern clubhouse will be operational for the benefit of all residents and accommodates inter alia a restaurant and coffee shop, gym and exercise centre, yoga studio, saunas, indoor heated pool, boardroom, offices, hairdresser and beautician, convenience store, cigar lounge, slow lounge and even a library.