Choosing the right retirement community for you shouldn’t be a tedious task. Discovering what you value in a living space and picking a community based on that is part of the process in finding your new home.
When looking at a retirement community, it’s important to consider things like location, environment, amenities, and housing options before moving in. You can use the guide below to help guide you during the vetting process.
Location
One of your number one priorities when looking for a retirement community should be deciding where you want to live. You should ask yourself: Do I want to be near the city or in a quieter, rural area? What do I want to have close access to?
The location of your retirement home is important for not only you, but for your visitors and family members as well. You may want to live in a space where family is close by, or somewhere with attractions to explore when they come to visit.
Southgate is located just 45 minutes outside of Boston with access to a local library, parks and festivals in Shrewsbury. There are plenty of attractions for local dining, shopping, and entertainment nearby! It also offers easy access to both Worcester and Providence!
Tour
Before you decide where you want to live during your retirement, you should tour your options. Touring retirement communities allows you the opportunity to see if you can picture yourself living there, and if it has everything you desire.
When touring, trust your gut and follow your heart. Make sure you’re comfortable in the space and truly want to spend your time there. Ask questions and see as much of the community in person as you can instead of relying on websites and pictures. Seeing the property in person will help you make an informed decision and feel more confident in your choices.
Visit https://southgateatshrewsbury.com/contact/request-more-information/ to schedule a tour at Southgate to see if it’s the right fit for you.
Amenities
A retirement home should have everything you’re looking for, including amenities. Retirement is all about relaxing and having things at your convenience, so if you’re looking for a place with in-unit laundry and a full kitchen – that’s exactly what you should have. You deserve all of life’s luxuries, and at Southgate, we have floor plans with those convenient options.
Other amenities to be on the hunt for include a swimming pool, fitness center, libraries, and a cocktail lounge. It’s up to you to decide what you value most in a retirement community, but here at Southgate we’re here to offer all of those convenient features and fun amenities to make your new home as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.
Housing Options
Retirement homes should never be one-size-fits-all, as every person has different wants and needs. When choosing a retirement community, it’s important to explore the different housing options they have available.
At Southgate, we offer 14 different floor plans to choose from, as well as an Independent Living and Assisted Living communities. We give you and your family the option of choosing what’s best for you. Having the choice between Independent Living and Assisted Living means that Southgate is available to anyone looking to retire, whether they need extra help or have the desire to live on their own.
Our staff is here to help and support you at all times, and we want you to feel comfortable in whatever space you choose to live in.
Choosing a retirement community is no easy task, and there are lots of things to consider before taking the plunge and moving in. At Southgate of Shrewsbury, we put our residents first and want to assist them in finding the right fit for their retirement lifestyle.
