When it comes to retirement preparation, few decisions are more important than location. If only the choice was a straightforward one! As well as considering issues like cost and health, you also need to find a perfect fit for your dream retirement lifestyle.
Stumped about how to decide where to live after retirement? Read on to find out some of the main factors to consider!
Things to consider when retiring:
- Decide what area you can afford
- Consider your friends and family
- Stay well connected with transport links
- Think about your safety
- Get easy access to healthcare
- Assess walkability and access to green spaces
Decide what area you can afford
This is the biggest factor that you need to consider when retiring. You may have already saved a healthy amount for your pension, but you need to ensure you have the means to afford your dream location. Living in a busy city will naturally result in a higher cost of living, while living somewhere more remote will be easier on your finances. Take stock of the money you’ve saved for your pension, and work out if you can afford the cost of living in your new home.
Stay well connected with transport links
As we get older, the prospect of walking for miles to run basic errands starts to look less appealing. If you don’t drive a car, chances are you will want easy access to transport that can get you where you need to go without doing a mini marathon. Whether you are shopping for groceries, going to visit friends, or stepping out for a museum trip, make sure your retirement area keeps you well connected!
Think about your safety
Just like with buying a home, you’ll want to be reassured knowing that you are retiring in a safe and secure neighbourhood. You can research the safety of your new home by checking the UK Police Website. If you are really concerned, a lot of locations have a Neighbourhood watch program where you can keep up to date with safety concerns in your area!
At Churchill Retirement Living, you can buy an apartment with the confidence that you will always be kept safe and sound. As well as being outfitted with smoke alarms, all of our apartments have care support systems where you can get help in the case of an emergency. This means that you can sit back, relax and enjoy a stress-free retirement!
Get easy access to healthcare
Our health does start to decline as we get older, but you can anticipate any problems before they get worse. You might think that your health is in tip-top shape, but it’s always a good idea to prepare in case things change. Picking a location that is close to a doctor’s surgery or hospital will give you the security and peace of mind to enjoy a great retirement.
Assess walkability and access to green spaces
Are you a nature lover? If so, picking a location with plenty of green spaces should be high on your priority list. Finding a retirement location with walkable pavements and green spaces will make it much easier for you to get out and about. Taking a brisk nature walk is great for your health, while close access to parks will mean you can keep your grandchildren entertained with ease. Want to pick a walkable city to retire in? Why not consider our retirement apartments in Dorset and Sussex?
With Churchill Retirement Living, you can start your dream retirement by picking from multiple different locations. Whether you are concerned about cost or good transport links, you can find a new place to call home using our property search.
Consider your friends and family
If you have friends, children or grandchildren, you’ll want to ensure your new home is close to them (or far, we won’t judge!) At the same time, if your new location is full of great activities to share with your loved ones, the extra distance might be something you can learn to live with. In any case, unless you want to take a long trip every time you see your family, try not to move too far away!
Stay well connected with transport links
As we get older, the prospect of walking for miles to run basic errands starts to look less appealing. If you don’t drive a car, chances are you will want easy access to transport that can get you where you need to go without doing a mini marathon. Whether you are shopping for groceries, going to visit friends, or stepping out for a museum trip, make sure your retirement area keeps you well connected!
Think about your safety
Just like with buying a home, you’ll want to be reassured knowing that you are retiring in a safe and secure neighbourhood. You can research the safety of your new home by checking the UK Police Website. If you are really concerned, a lot of locations have a Neighbourhood watch program where you can keep up to date with safety concerns in your area!
At Churchill Retirement Living, you can buy an apartment with the confidence that you will always be kept safe and sound. As well as being outfitted with smoke alarms, all of our apartments have care support systems where you can get help in the case of an emergency. This means that you can sit back, relax and enjoy a stress-free retirement!
Get easy access to healthcare
Our health does start to decline as we get older, but you can anticipate any problems before they get worse. You might think that your health is in tip-top shape, but it’s always a good idea to prepare in case things change. Picking a location that is close to a doctor’s surgery or hospital will give you the security and peace of mind to enjoy a great retirement.
Assess walkability and access to green spaces
Are you a nature lover? If so, picking a location with plenty of green spaces should be high on your priority list. Finding a retirement location with walkable pavements and green spaces will make it much easier for you to get out and about. Taking a brisk nature walk is great for your health, while close access to parks will mean you can keep your grandchildren entertained with ease. Want to pick a walkable city to retire in? Why not consider our retirement apartments in Dorset and Sussex?
With Churchill Retirement Living, you can start your dream retirement by picking from multiple different locations. Whether you are concerned about cost or good transport links, you can find a new place to call home using our property search.