Retirement living, an on-going flurry of joy

11th Nov Lifestyle

Retirement Living Joy

The gift that keeps giving is an attractive phrase where every day brings something exciting, every moment a reminder that this chapter isn’t just well earned, it’s well lived. Over and over, homeowners rejoice with us what retirement living truly offers them: it’s not simply a place to live, it’s a place to flourish all year round.

Some of them find relief from isolation, others rediscover spontaneity in small gatherings across social spaces, many appreciate the thoughtful touches, beautiful gardens, supportive staff, with everything adding up to happiness. Every moment becomes a gift not received once but continually appreciated, and personal to each and every homeowner, and their families.

Rediscovering life anew

Margaret, homeowner at Brookfields House recounts the enjoyment of gatherings, the laughter, the pulse of conversation that feels like life in technicolour. It’s not about erasing the past, it’s about stepping back into the present.

“My new neighbours are wonderful. We meet up in the restaurant or the coffee lounge. Just last night, I was at the quiz. There are so many things happening, I’m so busy. The only problem is fitting it all in – but that’s a nice problem to have!

“We also have buffet evenings with entertainment. We had a garden party with a barbecue organised by the local butchers who supply the restaurant. The food was amazing, there was live music, and glorious weather. It was idyllic. Afterwards, we piled into a neighbour’s apartment to watch the Wimbledon final together. It was such a lovely day; we didn’t want it to end.”

Peace of mind in everyday choices

Homeowners, Joan and Bill’s sentiment captures something subtle yet profound, that whether they seek solitude or company, independence or assistance, the choice belongs to them.

“The best bits about living here are you’ve got people on hand. You can have your privacy. You can stay in your own apartment whenever you want to, but you also have the alternative. I think having that choice is such a big thing and you can have one choice one day and the other choice the next day. It’s a perfect situation.”

Space for what truly matters

Time is an irreplaceable gift, whether that means time spent with books, on walks, pursuing hobbies, or cherishing afternoons with friends, what might have felt like a luxury before now becomes an easy choice.

“We have much more time available to do the things that we want to do because we no longer have to worry about the upkeep of a big house and garden.” Explains Margaret, homeowner at The Folds

Settling in, thriving quickly

As a homeowner at The Sidings, Dr Cath’s experience speaks to the nurturing fabric of our communities, the invisible cushions of support that turn a building into a place to thrive.

“It all seemed to just work from the moment I moved in. The staff are all so lovely and they make you feel happy. It makes life worth living, being here.”

A life with the best of both worlds

Lying in the alchemy of retirement living is the security, autonomy, connection, and privacy, coexisting beautifully, which homeowner Anne at The Sidings describes as a big thing for her:

“Many of the worries are taken off your shoulders about the maintenance of the building or looking after the garden. It’s the best of both worlds – you have your own home and independence, but you’ve got an added sense of security and you’re not alone.”

Family, friendship, and new roots

And then there’s the gift of belonging and the friendships that grow in a shared space.

“I didn’t expect the community of friends I’ve made here to make such a positive difference.” Sue, homeowner at The Woodlands

From isolation to joy

Retirement communities rekindle a lust for life and laughter, even if it had been long dimmed.

“I’m more socially active here than I have been for a long time. I’d become totally isolated and an old curmudgeon! I remember my sister saying to me when I’d only been here for two or three weeks, she said: ‘you’re a totally different person’ and my daughter said the same. I am so, so pleased I came.” said Dr Trevor, homeowner at The Sidings.

Gardening enjoyment without the toil

Homeowners Bill & Joan also appreciate life’s simpler luxuries:

“We have an apartment with a lovely garden in front of it which the gardener comes and manages and we go around deadheading, but you can back off if you don’t feel like it today, you haven’t got to do it and that’s lovely.”

Books, clubs, belonging

Homeowner Bess, a retired police officer, finds happiness in pages and conversation at The Woodlands:

“I’m in the book club. We meet once a month and there’s 15 of us, it’s lovely. An author came to give a talk who was so interesting. He’d written a book about somebody in the Airforce in the war and at the end of it, he gave us all a signed copy of his book, Airborne.”

The gift that keeps on giving

So, all in all, retirement living isn’t just a decision, a new place to call home, a new chapter, it’s a real gift to yourself and one that keeps giving, all year round.

Our team is always happy to help you explore the options available, so you can make the right move with confidence. Explore a Adlington Retirement Living community near you or find out more about looking for a loved one