The Universally Beneficial Concept of Retirement Houses

By: Sumita Roy

In the modern age, the culture of joint family living has seen a deceleration. Almost all families, especially in metro cities, are of the nuclear type. As a result, senior citizens are encountering numerous problems related to isolated living. The problem escalates if one is living a retired life with his children settled in a different city or country. 

Apart from an emotional void, there are numerous factors that affect them. The factors include: health problems, maintenance problems (especially if he/she owns a palatial space), maid hassles, security issues and much more.

As a remedy to this kind of living, some Indian real estate companies have ventured to construct retirement homes for the older generation. Not only does it relieve this generation from a troublesome living, but also helps them to enjoy their lives. It provides them with a number of interesting opportunities to explore one’s potential, even at this age.

First, is the maintenance of the property. In a retirement home, older people do not need to fret over the daily maintenance of their residence. All the basic facilities are available close at hand. Maids, plumbers, electricians, carpenters etc are available whenever their services are required.

Second, is the emotional factor. If one lives in a complex with like-minded companions in the neighborhood, then it’s fine. Otherwise, retirement homes promote ones’ chances to find companionship. He can share his hobbies, go for a fitness walk, play card games, table tennis, share musical inclinations and do much more with compatible people of the same generation.

Third, are the necessary security measures. The greatest advantage of living in this kind of serviced apartment is security. This kind of community is properly guarded due to which a tension free living takes precedence in these areas.

Fourth, is access to health care facilities, as and when needed. Old age necessitates regular health care services, both due to emergency situations and also for regular checkups.  None of the residents need to worry a dime about the availability of doctors or medicines. Everything will be conveniently placed at an arm’s length from their residences.

Fifth, a good retirement home provides one with the opportunity to explore his talents even at this age. It facilitates one to indulge in various social works and programs to serve society.

Therefore, this new kind of development in the realty market of India has promoted a good, safe and quality lifestyle for all those senior citizens who were, till date, living in isolated houses, all by themselves. After all, seniors deserve the best of everything.