RETIREMENT LIVING
SURFING A PERFECT WAY TO START THE DAY KEEPING active is a common goal among homeowners at GemLife over-50s lifestyle resorts on the Sunshine Coast and for Sel Sullivan there is nothing better than grabbing a longboard and catching a wave as part of an early morning exercise ritual. The GemLife Pacific Paradise homeowner lists nearby Mudjimba Beach, Coolum, and Noosa beaches as his top surfing spots on the Sunshine Coast and he can be found riding the waves at one of them almost every day of the year. “I probably surf at nearby Mudjimba Beach 80 per cent of the time,” the fit 70-year-old said. Surfing, he says, is an activity enjoyed by all ages including many active over 50s. In the 1970s, then New Zealand-based Sel spent 12 months living at Newquay in Cornwall, where he continued his love for surfing. That’s also where he met the
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GemLife Pacific Paradise residents Sel and Judy Sullivan love of his life Judy. They were married 40 years ago next month. Homes in Stage Two at GemLife Pacific Paradise over 50s lifestyle resort are now selling. Other resorts on the Sunshine Coast include GemLife Maroochy Quays and GemLife Palmwoods. All offer premium recreational facilities and beautifully designed, low maintenance homes, created exclusively for the over-50s. Call 1800 317 393 or gemlife.com.au
DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE MAKING THE MOVE WHEN considering moving to a retirement community, research is essential and a big part is separating the myths from the facts. Here are some of the common misconceptions: Retirement living is the same as aged care – While some communities are co-located with aged care residences, they are entirely different in purpose and how they are set up and run. Retirement communities are designed for active over 65s looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle that offers freedom and opportunity to enjoy life. Aged Care is suited to those who require 24-hour care due to health concerns. Residences are staffed 24/7 with dedicated professionals. Clinical and facility managers, registered nurses, qualified carers, and lifestyle coordinators support residents with daily tasks. Retirement communities are too expensive – While the cost varies between communities depending on multiple factors, it’s not as expensive as you think.
Before moving, seek expert financial advice on personal circumstances and gather information on costs involved. Don’t forget upfront, ongoing and exit fees to ensure you have a complete picture. Consider the long-term view when comparing costs, too. Even if you own your home, there are still many ongoing bills such as rates, gardening and possibly repairs or renovations depending on the age of your existing home. You are restricted in what you can and can’t do – This is not the case. You’re free to spend your days as you wish, enjoying your favourite hobbies and activities just as you did while living in the family home. In fact, residents often discover new passions and skills. Dig a little deeper to uncover the facts – It pays to conduct your own independent research, rather than going by what others say. Be sure to physically visit any retirement communities you are considering to help decide if it’s a good fit. Call 3360 9000 or visit tricare.com.au
THERE’S a good reason Ray Chatterton is moving to Stockland’s B by Halcyon at Buderim. “I have a blood disorder. I’m fine, but it needs to be monitored and I need to be careful about my lifestyle,” Ray says. “You have to make sure your diet, exercise and wellbeing is right .” Ray’s health will be in excellent hands at B by Halcyon, which is home to a new five-star Wellness Pavilion, the Sunshine Coast’s largest private day spa. Spanning 2663m, the Wellness Pavilion has an array of state-of-the art facilities and dedicated practitioners to assist homeowners achieve a balanced lifestyle. Ray was drawn to B by Halcyon by the Wellness Pavilion. Having spent time at Living Valley in Kin Kin, considered the best health retreat in Australia, he knew what he was looking for. “Because B by Halcyon has been setup with this Wellness pavilion, it has all the facilities for healthy activities Living Valley had,” he said. “On top of that, it has a beautiful gym for exercising with everybody, and a wonderful magnesium pool, which is better than chlorine. It has the massage
Homeowners enjoy the Wellness Centre. area, which is very good for you as well.” Ray said that most of all, he was looking forward to settling in and starting a new chapter of his life as he focuses on healthy living. “For my own mental health and wellbeing, I felt I needed community around me, people my own age, so it gives you that connection of being able to walk down the street and wave to somebody – or duck and hide,” he added with a laugh. “The simple fact of resettling myself in my own home, it’s about a fresh start.” Visit lifebeginsathalcyon.com.au
PHILOSOPHY KEY ELEMENT TO DEAL AN ALIGNMENT of philosophies about how retirement villages should operate made Con Noi Village at Carindale the perfect fit for Chiou See Anderson’s retirement asset portfolio. Ms Anderson, the owner-operator of Elements @ Springwood Retirement Village, has recently acquired the boutique village from the Vacenti group and will rename it Elements @ Con Noi Carindale. Ms Anderson said the 45 home village was well aligned with her retirement living philosophy. “For me Con Noi, just like Elements @ Springwood, strives to keep its residents active and independent with support for those who need it. It has beautiful subtropical gardens, resort-like facilities and is not too large, so it feels like a real community, a place that the residents can really call home.”
The adjoining Vacenti’s Lorocco aged care facilities mean residents who later require a higher level of care don’t have to leave the area. “The retirement industry has traditionally overlooked the emotional, social and spiritual well-being of its residents,” Ms Anderson said. “That’s something I am determined not to do at Elements @ Con Noi Carindale. Retirees do not want to move into a tiny apartment and shut up shop. They want to continue to live full and active lives without the large family home to worry about.” Existing residents can look forward to interacting with an owner-operator. “Con Noi will be supported by an efficient management team,” she said. “I am looking forward to our community of happy and purposeful residents growing.” Visit elementsliving.com.au
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