We all know how enjoyable an early-morning walk in your garden can be. The sound of birds singing, the smell of the earth, the scent of flowers and the calmness of your surrounds, all adds to a great way to start the day.
Gardening is one of the healthiest hobbies you can develop.
Nothing beats the glorious feeling of getting your hands dirty in rich soil. Contact with soil triggers the release of serotonin in our brain according to research. Serotonin is a happy chemical, a natural anti-depressant and strengthens the immune system!
A little sunshine in the garden goes a very long way in your body.
Your skin uses sunlight to make one of the nutrients you need: vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for literally hundreds of body functions — strengthening your bones and your immune system are just two of them.
It only takes a little bit of gardening to work up a sweat. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, just 2.5 hours of moderate activity each week can help reduce the risk of many health problems, including heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
Our residents love and appreciate beautiful gardens. Many of them are keen gardeners themselves and belong to our Garden Club here at the village. Have a look at their labours of love…
Our staff go to great lengths to ensure that our common garden areas are well kept and only plant indigenous trees and shrubs.
At The Somerset Lifestyle and Retirement Village in Somerset West, we never tire of the beauty and richness of the surroundings. It is a veritable paradise for all who appreciate nature.
