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How to build your social circle in a retirement village You may already know that it’s so important to stay connected after you move into retirement. Yet for some people, that’s more easily said...

8 legends including “Retirement communities are just for old people!” It’s incredible the stories you hear in the media these days. Let’s face it – a ‘horror story’ and bad news just seem to...

7 reasons to choose a single story home for retirement If you’re weighing up the best type of home for your retirement, a low set home offers you a wide range of benefits. And it’s not just the lack...

Use this list of questions on your next visit to a retirement community There’s nothing like a hands-on tour of a retirement village to help you understand whether a community really suits...

Use these great energy-saving tips for your retirement lifestyle Once you’ve retired, we’d bet London to a brick that you wouldn’t want to shivering under a blanket and a beanie in...

5 ideas for finding a new ‘career’ once you’ve retired from the workforce You’ve probably heard people say – or perhaps you’ve said it yourself – “Since I’ve retired, I’ve never...

7 pointers for smart home security features Unfortunately, even in the safest towns and cities of Australia, house break-ins and theft do occur. But you deserve to feel safe and secure in your own...

Choose the over 55’s lifestyle that suits you Deciding where you’d like to live in your retirement is a big decision. While you’ll no doubt meet many well-meaning folk who advise you to “go with...

Here’s how you can make the right decision for your retirement lifestyle Once you’ve retired from full-time work and sent the kids safely on their way, you may want to think about...

5 ways keeping fit is a must once you’ve retired Exercise and physical activity are even more important as you get older. In fact, studies show they’re more important than ever, and that...

Take a look at the hobbies our residents enjoy Now that you’ve retired, you’re probably looking forward to indulging your passion for arts, crafts, or other hobbies. If so, you’ll...

Take a look at ‘right sizing’ instead of downsizing When you’re looking at moving somewhere new to live in your retirement, you might be tempted to think that downsizing into a smaller home is the...

A look at your possibilities for secure van parking Now that you’ve moved into retirement and you’re contemplating making the move into a retirement village, you might be thinking of joining the...

14 ways to save money on your electricity bill In retirement it’s important to look for ways to reduce your living costs. And one of the biggest areas of expenditure these days is your...

Here’s why the “lock-and-leave” lifestyle is perfect for active retirees Once they’ve hit retirement, for many people that means heading off regularly for a well-deserved...

Fun ideas to get the most out of your retirement lifestyle Whether it’s making new friends, keeping in touch with old ones, or just spending time with a group of like-minded people, there are many...

How you can move into retirement living, stress-free There are a few ways you can make the move into retirement living a lot less worrying and stressful. Many of them involve planning ahead for this...

How to make your retirement years the best time of your life Today, your retirement really can be the best time of your life. Why do we say that? Perhaps it’s because when you live in a...

Stay physically active and keep your body moving with these top tips Moving your body on a regular basis is so important – and that’s especially so once you head into your retirement...

Why you really can work and enjoy the retirement community lifestyle If you’re planning your ideal retirement lifestyle, it’s quite common to feel like you’re not ready to completely...

5 ways a dedicated community can give you a more enjoyable retirement Your retirement years really should be the best of your life! And moving into a retirement village should be one of the best...

How a retirement community can offer you the lifestyle you’re looking for At Kensington Gardens we firmly believe that retirement really can be the best years of your life. And it doesn’t have...

Try these fun ideas for keeping fit in retirement As you get older and move into retirement, it’s still as important as ever to make sure you keep fit by getting enough gentle exercise on a...

Tips based on what our retirees tell us How do you know when it’s the right time to move into a retirement village? Well, the fact is that’s a very personal decision that only you can make. For some...

Tips from retirees who’ve found their ideal lifestyle When you’re looking for the perfect retirement village, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer choice of options...

Why retirees are always ready to close the door and head off on holidays! The lock and leave retirement lifestyle means having the freedom to not worry about your home at all while you’re away on...

Think about these ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunities Once you’ve retired from working full-time, you’ll find you have a lot more time to do all those things you were going to do “one...

Helpful advice that can aid your personal decision When you’re going through the process of deciding where to live in your retirement, there are a world of factors to think about. For example,...

Comparing the costs of your chosen retirement lifestyle One important part of deciding where you’d like to live in retirement is knowing just how much it costs to live at a retirement estate such as...

How to know if the retirement village lifestyle is right for you So, what’s the appeal of a retirement village? The first thing most residents will tell you is “It’s like living in a resort.” That’s...

Here’s how you can enjoy a comfortable retirement lifestyle without owning a car If you’ve been driving yourself everywhere for decades, it might seem strange to think about living in...

Tips to make the most of your independence Everyone wants to live a happy, healthy, satisfying life. In your retirement years you have more freedom, solid friendships, hopefully some funds tucked...

Get your mind and body moving and you’ll benefit! Alzheimer’s Australia Chief Executive Carol Bennett is concerned that according to a paper recently released by the Australian Institute of...

The pros and cons of houses, apartments, and retirement villages There’s really no feeling quite like being retired. The kids have left home… the alarm clock has been permanently turned off… and...

See the differences to select the lifestyle that best suits you If you’re thinking about the best place to live in your retirement, you’ll no doubt have come across the terms “aged care” and...

How to begin moving from your family home into your retirement When the time comes to move into your new retirement community, there are many decisions to make – how much will fit, what to take and...

Tips for sharing your decision with those close to you Making the move to a retirement village is about more than just changing your address. Talking about the future takes courage for both you and...

Discover what’s on offer when you choose retirement community living Thinking of moving to a retirement village? There are even more benefits to this lifestyle than first meets the eye. Yes, modern...

8 tips to help you start the conversation There will come a time when moving into a retirement community will be the best option for your parents or other loved ones. So how do you start the...

How to know when to start planning the next stage of your life You may have reached a stage where you feel it’s time to downsize, move out of the family home into a retirement community and enjoy...

Why move from a family home into retirement living? In recent times, many seniors have taken the time to reassess their priorities. Perhaps being kept away from loved ones has brought home the need...

Avoid the mistakes that could turn your dream retirement into a nightmare It’s one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make – where to spend your ‘golden years’ once you’ve retired. Even if...

Tips to help you plan the later years of your retirement Retirement villages and aged care homes are two very different animals, each with its unique qualities that suit different people, depending...