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How to Feel at Home in Your Retirement Housing in Adelaide

Moving to a retirement village can sometimes come with a variety of questions and concerns. Will it be right for me? Will I feel at home? At Karidis, we help make retirement living in Adelaide easier by allowing residents to maintain their independence with their own private abodes. be daunting, but with these tips, you or your family member will feel at home in no time!

Get to Know Others in the Community

Meeting new people and building new friendships can be one of the most rewarding parts of a move into retirement housing. While you’ll come across people from all walks of life, everyone in the community has something important in common – retirement and wanting to enjoy their golden years in a fun, sociable, healthy and active environment. Start by introducing yourself when you meet someone. Joining in on activities and events in the community is another easy way to get to know your new neighbours. 

Make Your Space Your Own

Getting the place to reflect your lifestyle, aesthetic preferences and personal style is one great way of making it feel like home. This could include bringing in your favourite armchair to relax and unwind on, hanging up pictures and paintings you love or decorating with books, plants and ornaments. Whatever it is, invest time into making your home reflect you and the things you love. 

Get Involved

Getting involved in activities and events isn’t just a great way to make friends. It’s also a chance to nurture your own interest and lead a fulfilling life that makes you feel more at home in your new community. At our retirement village for example, we have great activities and amenities you can take advantage of, including an indoor swimming pool, spa, billiards table, barbecue area, gardens and a community centre to play games and interact with others.

Feel at Home at Our Retirement Villages in Adelaide

Living in a retirement village can be both daunting and exciting. Remember that the transition takes time, especially if you have specific mobility or health needs. Give yourself some time to adjust and you’ll start feeling at home in no time. To learn more about our socially-oriented retirement communities in Adelaide, contact Karidis today.

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