Retirement Living Myths – Part three

In our ongoing discussion about retirement living misconceptions, we delve into our third instalment, focusing on keeping control and having a choice. 

Perception: Moving to a retirement community might feel like living in an institution, and I worry about losing control over my life and choices. 

In reality, modern retirement communities are designed to offer a high degree of independence and at Adlington, homeowners often remark how much they enjoy their newfound freedom. With no more chores, property maintenance, or general worries, they have much more time to pursue hobbies, meet up with friends and family, explore new places near home or overseas, or participate in community activities. 

Each apartment has its own front door, letterbox, and utility/storage area for a washer and dryer, ensuring residents have their own private space. Additionally, homeowners have the option to use various on-site facilities, such as the hair salon^*, therapy room^*, and enjoy regular coffee mornings and cinema nights, whenever they wish. Whether they are planning for the future or need immediate support, the option is available. The on-site team is available 24 hours a day, providing peace of mind for the entire family. 

Don’t just take our word for it: 

Adlington homeowner, Anne: “Many of the worries are taken off your shoulders. You no longer have to worry about the structure of your property, about the well-being of your building, about looking after the garden. All of those things are taken care of. You have all your own independence and your own privacy. You have your own front door – your post comes through your own letterbox. 

“Moving to a retirement community like this is the best thing you could possibly do. It’s the best thing I have done because you can carry on just as you always have done if that’s what you want, but if there’s also another aspect to it, if you want it. You’ve got the possibility of friendship groups, of support, while still maintaining your independence and if you want to remain private, you can close your front door and be as private as you want to be. 

“I’ve got my social circle here and my social group outside of The Sidings as well. It’s nice to have that sense of there always being somebody there if you need anything. It’s always good to have that feeling of support. It’s the best of both worlds – you have your own home, but you’ve got an added sense of security and you’re not alone. I think that’s the biggest thing really.” 

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