What to Expect from Luxury Retirement Living

With an aging population and evolving perceptions of retired life, expectations for care homes and retirement villages are transforming. Traditionally, one might imagine plain rooms filled with easy chairs and occasional bingo games. Today, however, retirement villages are modern, tastefully designed complexes offering amenities like on-site restaurants, leisure facilities and activity centres to keep residents engaged.

This shift has not gone unnoticed, as luxury living options are becoming increasingly common for those who have accumulated wealth and wish to enjoy their golden years in style. The way people live in their later years now depends greatly on individual needs and preferences. This shift is not limited to care homes receiving a facelift; it encompasses the entire concept of retired living. Retirement villages, retirement apartments, and partially-assisted living options are redefining what care communities can be and how personalised the support is.

What can you expect from luxury retirement villages?

Stylish Buildings and Property Design

Retirement Villages are created with elegance and practicality in mind. At Rangeford Retirement Villages we offer contemporary 1, 2 and 3-bedroom properties, featuring a range of sensitively designed bungalows and apartments, incorporating state-of-the-art amenities, energy-efficient features and exclusive resident amenities.

All apartments at our retirement village in Pickering have a high quality fitted kitchen with integrated appliances including an eye-level oven, soft close drawers and cupboards, Jack and Jill shower rooms with a walk-in level access shower and emergency pull cord, room adjustable heating controls, 24-hour emergency alarm system, plenty of car parking and lots more.  No need to worry about stairs, there are lifts to each apartment level throughout the village!

All bungalows have a private patio, kitchen with integrated appliances including an eye-level oven, Jack and Jill shower room with walk-in shower on the ground floor, with the dormer bungalows also having an en-suite bathroom on the first floor.  Plus, each bungalow comes with a parking space.

Better-Suited Activities for Residents

As the demographic of retirement village residents changes, so do their expectations for how they want to spend their time. Modern retirement communities offer a range of activities that cater to the interests and lifestyles of their residents.

You will be able to be as relaxed or as active as you please, and with a wide choice of social activities you’re sure to find lots of like-minded people to share experiences with. You will have access to an array of groups and clubs for an enriched life including bowls, quiz nights, the gym and gentle exercise, coffee mornings, calligraphy, art, book club, gardening and even excursions to local places of interest. 

Better Located Homes

The stereotype of an elderly parent being left at an isolated care facility is becoming outdated. We are aware that location plays a crucial role in the retirement experience. New villages are being established with prime locations in mind, ensuring that residents have access to engaging local amenities.

At Rangeford Villages’ we create beautiful, aspirational places for residents to enjoy later life, in safe, secure and homely surroundings.

Many senior living residents remain very mobile and interested in exploring their surroundings. Home comforts are important, but staying active is key to a healthier, longer life. Retirement villages now offer ample opportunities for residents to remain active and engaged, from scenic walking trails to charming town centre for socialising.

Residents of senior living communities, much like any other homebuyers, are interested in the local area’s offerings, whether it’s rolling fields for walks or quaint town centres to meet friends. These features contribute significantly to their quality of life and overall satisfaction with their new home.

We know that considering a move to a retirement village is a very personal one and a choice that has to feel right for you. Our village sales advisors are always available at the end of the phone to discuss and talk through any questions you may have.