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Apartments with services
If you’re considering a move into retirement living, an apartment with services could be an ideal option if you want to continue living independently with the help of a little extra in-home support.
Your apartment may come with a selection of services available - like meals and cleaning - that you will have the flexibility to choose from, or there may be a set of services included.
You may be able to access meals, weekly fresh linen or cleaning services. Be sure to speak with the community manager about the different options available to find what package might work best for you.
You might also need a little more flexibility - some weeks you may want more meals, other weeks you may want less - so always ask your community manager about this.
Benefits of apartments with services
When choosing your new retirement home, you’ll want to consider how you plan to enjoy your retirement. You want your home to suit your needs now and into the future.
Consider your lifestyle. Are you struggling to keep up with the day-to-day? Could you do with extra help around the house and cooking?
Serviced apartments within retirement communities are one-storey spaces that can be an ideal choice for when a little extra support is needed.
Apartments with services can often be tailored to suit your needs. You can enjoy the support of services ranging from housecleaning, weekly fresh linen and meals, to support from a personal care assistant.You’ll live comfortably and independently, with more time to do the things you love.
Apartment options
From compact studios within city high-rises to spacious multi-room penthouses, there's plenty of variety to choose from when it comes to apartment living. It all comes down to what works for you.
Apartments will be single level and often feature open-plan living layouts, light-filled spaces and high-quality fixtures and fittings. These properties can be wide in range and offerings, with some featuring beautiful airy balconies, modern kitchens, and multiple rooms to have the family over. In addition, neutral interior design features are common, providing you with the ability to decorate to your tastes and make the space your own.
Retirement apartments are designed with your accessibility and safety in mind. Elevators within apartment buildings will allow for easy access into your home, making for a safe living environment for all residents with mobility needs.
Renovations and updates
You'll often have the flexibility to renovate your apartment, but you’ll likely need to seek approval from your retirement community manager first.
There are often policies in place to protect the safety and comfort of all residents and to safeguard the aesthetic qualities and structural integrity of the buildings.
If you’ve been given approval for a renovation, you’ll find that work must be carried out by qualified, registered tradespeople holding appropriate licences and insurances.
Always speak with your retirement community about its renovation policy.
In-home support services
These will vary depending on the retirement community, but may include:
- Meals
- Cleaning
- Linen
- 24/7 emergency call system
- Help-at-home services.
Getting help at home
If you need a little more support to stay living at home, you can apply for a government-subsidised Home Care Package. You may be able to access services to visit your home and help you with things like cleaning, grocery shopping, dressing and showering, in addition to health care and other needs. Find out more about Home Care Packages.
Property features
- Elevators within apartment buildings
- Single-storey living
- Modern kitchen, bathroom and living area
- Balcony or courtyard
- Thoughtfully designed bedroom/bedrooms
- Quality fixtures and finishes
- Built-in wardrobes and storage
- Air conditioning
- Secure basement parking
- Intercom & secure access.
Maintenance inclusions
- Cleaning and upkeep of communal areas, including lounge and dining room areas, pool, BBQ areas and many more
- Building maintenance - common areas, foyer, carpark.
Care and support services
These will vary depending on the retirement community, but may include:
- 24/7 emergency call system
- On-site staff
- Help at home - care and support services available.
Insurance and utilities
These will vary depending on the retirement village, but your property may include:
- Building insurance
- Council rates
- Other service charges.
Speak with your retirement community about electricity, water, internet and other connections. You may be in an embedded network, but they will be able to let you know.