April 2018
It takes a village: the benefits of ageing in community
The key to good well-being, is a well-rounded approach.
A healthy retirement – much like a healthy life – is about balance. However, balance can be difficult to strike as previously simple tasks become more challenging. Cooking a healthy meal isn’t easy in a kitchen designed around the needs of someone closer to the age of 30 rather than 70. Getting out and about to exercise can seem daunting and unappealing when faced with the prospect of walking around the neighbourhood alone, or attending a yoga class filled with under 25s. Maintaining regular social connections with friends and family may be challenging if a long drive is required.
This is why our residents have decided to make the move into The Benson, where – simply put – life is easier. Apartments are designed consummately to deliver space, light and ease of access. Kitchens and bathrooms prioritise flexibility and mobility, ensuring that residents can remain confident and in control of their surrounds for years to come. The onsite gym encourages regular exercise, from independent sessions, to one-on-one personal training. Group yoga and Pilates offer a low-impact, socialised approach to keeping fit and mobile. Social connection is at the heart of The Benson, with a variety of places and spaces promoting community relationships. From a fully stocked library (complete with book club), to the onsite club and bar (and regular wine club meetings), to the outdoor terraces and gardens, The Benson has been conceived with mingling in mind.
St Peter’s Church and Parish Centre, which sit adjacent to The Benson, offers yet more opportunities to meet with other residents, and maintain connection to the life of the Parish.
A community within a community.
Many of The Benson’s residents are Toorak locals. They know and love the area. And for many, moving into The Benson has opened up new possibilities to discover their own ‘backyard’. An afternoon at the cinema or meeting friends for dinner is but a stroll away. Its position on the tram line makes getting into town simple. And best of all, residents don’t have to change doctors or specialists or other trusted advisors, as they’re staying local.
A village to be a part of.
The Benson offers its residents the fundamentals of community and quality of life, while also being among the most superbly appointed retirement offerings in Melbourne. Brand new, architecturally designed and delivered with exacting attention to detail, there are a very limited number of residences remaining.
