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Designed
especially for the more mature homebuyer - retirement homes can
offer
a great range of benefits not found in general housing
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LOCATION

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INFORMATION

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Finding a
suitable retirement home is the first step, so we have
provided links to some of the key builders in the UK
offering this type of property
If you are planning to view a retirement home development it
is worth considering some of the following points during
your visit.
Is the location close enough to your family and friends?
Are there sufficient travel options for both you and your
family?
What local services are on offer? ie shops, post office, GP
and hospital services?
Ask at the site office for as much information as possible
about the area to help you gain a clear picture and identify
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One
of the key benefits of retirement housing is that homes are
usually built as a complex or courtyard of properties.
This creates a dual benefit for homeowners who can both
retaining a sense of individuality and privacy, but also
gain the advantage of support through a variety of services
and facilities unique to retirement homes.
There is however, many aspects of buying a retirement home
that should be carefully considered.
Here you will find some useful tips on what to expect, but
we would also recommend that you visit the web site of Age
Concern who can offer a wealth of information on this
subject -
A link to their site can be found at the foot of this page |
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DESIGN
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It is also worth
checking the communal facilities such as laundry or residents
lounge. If there are already residents present, why not take a
little time to chat to them about the facilities and general area?
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When
viewing a retirement home there are some important aspects which
may require special attention during your visit.
One of the most important is access to the property - Is it on the
ground floor or is there a lift if a two-storey development? Would
you be able to manage stairs if the lift was out of order?
Check the room sizes to make sure that any furniture you plan to
with you will fit.
Check door and corridor widths not just for your furniture, but
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SERVICES
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FINANCE
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Services in
retirement homes are provided by the management of the scheme and
a charge for these services will be made.
Check what level of services are being provided and ask about all
the costs involved.
Services may include a warden service, care of communal gardens,
emergency call service. For more information visit the Age Concern
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There are a
number of schemes and considerations for obtaining a mortgage for
a retirement home.
Consult your building society, financial adviser for information.
If you have a property to sell, ask at the Sales Office about any
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Age Concern cares about all
older people and believes later life should be fulfilling
and enjoyable. Where
possible, we enable older people to solve problems
themselves, providing as much or as little support as they
need. Locally, Age Concern organisations provide vital
services, focusing on the needs of older people in their
areas. These can include day centres, lunch clubs, home
visits and transport services, many funded through
contractual agreements with local government.
At national level, we take a lead role in campaigning to
influence government policy and bring about lasting
change, in the provision of information and advice,
research, training and grants.
Life contains many uncertainties but there is one thing we
can all be sure of - each day of our lives we get older.
Age Concern is there for the millions of older people who
need our help and advice today. To visit our site click
here |
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Economic Lifestyle
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Our
Life Interest Plan allows you to acquire a high quality,
purpose-built retirement home. Visit our website:
www.economiclifestyle.co.uk |
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Pegasus
Homes
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Established company creating
a tailor made environment for the actively retired.
Web site address is: www.pegasus-homes.co.uk |
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McCarthy
Stone
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National market leader for
retirement developments.
Web address is: www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk |
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| Girlings |
All aspects
of property ownership for the retired
Web address is: www.girlings.co.uk |
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| English
Courtyard |
Luxury
retirement houses and flats
Web address is: www.englishcourtyard.co.uk |
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