We have all been, and are currently still, in possibly the strangest period that we will ever experience in our lives. Over the last couple of months, we have been isolated, separated from our loved ones, wearing masks and with no outdoor activities, unless you are fortunate enough to have a garden. We have made our groceries stretch, as going to the stores invokes a sense of fear, and have conjured up some amazing dishes using recipes we have always wanted to try. We’ve read the books we have been meaning to read for a long time and pulled out that puzzle that has never been done. We have cleaned. We have gardened. We have watched concerts and game-drives courtesy of businesses that are struggling to survive, and we have caught up on our TV watching.

All done with little or no human contact. One can only endure so much!

Now, imagine how much easier that would have been, if, over the last couple of months, you had a friendly call each day to check you are alright, a nursing sister at your door for even the smallest medical issue and a wonderful healthcare facility on site, if you need more care. Imagine a meal order service on your doorstep, offering delicious freshly cooked meals or something for the freezer, sometimes with a special treat, all delivered to your home. And with a click, a range of groceries can be ordered and delivered at the same time. Imagine a network of like-minded people who care for the well-being of the more elderly within that community with uplifting and encouraging messages and deeds, so even the most isolated never feel alone.

Now picture The Somerset Lifestyle Retirement Village.

The residents at The Somerset have enjoyed all of this and more from within a secure estate with the most awesome views of False Bay.  These services and environment have gone some way to alleviate the stress and loneliness that the lock-down period has brought. Is this not yet another reason for you to look more closely at the retirement options that The Somerset offers?

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The Somerset is a luxury retirement village situated in Somerset West. It’s an elegant haven for over-50’s who wish to retire in a luxurious, tranquil and secure setting where they can discover their own sense of belonging.