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The rise of apartment living: 8 reasons this is a growing trend
Downsizing and retirement often go together, and while some might choose a smaller home or maisonette, apartments in secure estates are becoming a popular option for active seniors. This is particularly true for those who want to live on the coast while also enjoying the freedom to travel when th...
How the Right Community Combats Loneliness During Retirement
Phil Barker of Renishaw Property Developments has repeatedly witnessed the significance of community during retirement. “Retirement years are about enjoying hobbies and interests without the responsibilities of work and a young family. The arrival of Covid-19 disrupted these plans for many, cau...
Care at Renishaw Hills: A Premier Assisted Living Facility
When it comes to selecting a retirement property, healthcare is a top priority. Not every facility can provide the dependable care necessary during this crucial phase of life. At Renishaw Hills, our commitment to care and peace of mind stands out, offering various options that ensure our resident...
Belvedere Group becomes RetireWell SA but more Life Rights contracts are breached…
It was in February 2021 when Carte Blanche interviewed self-declared wealthy retirement village and development mongers, Piet and Willem Steyn, who personally sit on the Trusts of the 12 retirement villages in the Belvedere Group… The excuse at the time for not honouring their contractual o...
Retirement villages – a move away from the concept of the aged home of the elderly.”
The marginalisation of the elderly in western society is what drove the emergence of traditional old-aged homes, care, and rest homes. These facilities were medically oriented and institutional in nature, not far removed from mental asylums – places where older members of the family were se...
The benefits of living in a retirement village: Why you should consider this lifestyle
As we age, the idea of downsizing or finding a place to settle down becomes more appealing. Retirement villages are an excellent option for those looking for a low-maintenance and community-based lifestyle. Here are some benefits of living in a retirement village you may want to consider. Communi...
Why An ‘Age in Place’ Policy Is Being Embraced by A New Generation of Retirees
Why An ‘Age in Place’ Policy Is Being Embraced by A New Generation of Retirees People are living longer than before but we can’t outrun the health risks associated with ageing forever. The elderly are the demographic most likely to have a chronic illness, with 80% of over-65s having at le...
Not your typical retirement apartment by Evergreen
You can ‘try before you buy’ these hotel-style suites When you hear the words “retirement living”, what comes to mind? Perhaps a small, dark room with oversized furniture occupied by a dispirited elderly person shuffling around in slippers? Think again. Retirement living nowadays is...
Leading property developer forges ahead with four large scale developments amid SA’s perilous economic climate
Investment into South Africa has been less than encouraging (even pre-pandemic) and coupled with increased capital outflow in recent years, the economic outlook has been and continues to be dire. Credit rating downgrades and the challenges brought on by Covid-19 have served to exacerbate th...
Why retiring in Constantia, Cape Town will be the best decision ever!
Overlooked by the Constantiaberg and Vlakkenberg peaks, Constantia is packed with an array of entertainment, beauty and glamour. From winding greenbelts to cosy wine tasting rooms, you couldn’t find a more natural, beautiful yet sophisticated place to retire. Need a reason to move here? Here ar...