New Delhi, July 25, 2020: After years of hard work,when you finally decided to retire or your own parents/family members are in their retirement stage,it would be great to find a nice, calm neighbourhood where you can enjoy your retirement days.Finding a suitable location to live in at the age of 60 to 65 years is important as not all areas in Bangalore are senior-citizen friendly.
However, finding a good residential locality in Bangalore is extremely tough due to the growing migrant population in the city.So, there are a couple of factors you need to consider while shortlisting localities, depending on the type of life you are looking forward to as well as keeping your health & socialising requirements in mind.Once you do finalize a good locality, you can quickly find nearby packers and movers who will take the full responsibility of relocating your home items safely and guarantee stress-free moving. They also charge affordable rates and offer transit insurance on your goods if you’re moving to Bangalore from other cities.
Points to consider while selecting localities
Here are some tips to shortlist the most suited neighbourhood to live in for retirees and senior citizens:
Choose a Quiet Residential Area
With age, we all become averse to noise and a quieter neighbourhood benefits the elderly in more than one way. Sometimes even if the locality is teeming with people, it is okay if you choose to live in an apartment complex spanning a large area since the noise does not make it all the way inside. Apartment complexes can also be fun as it is easy to find companions, engage in activities on the premises of the apartment using its various amenities like tennis court, swimming pool, garden for walks, yoga centre, festive celebrations, literary club, board games and more! It is also relatively safe for senior citizenswith many facilities for people with disability.
Neighbourhoods where you can find a peaceful ambience are areas like Hebbal and residential parts of Jayanagar.
Easy Access to Healthcare
As we grow older, we encounter more and more health-related problems and need to have easy access to health care to be able to monitor and prevent problems before it happens. While choosing alocality, check if there are good health-care centres and pharmacies nearby. This is not only good for an emergency but also convenient for regular check-ups. Patients with a history of heart problems or other medical emergencies may consider living closer so that it would come in handy during an emergency.
Socialising &Connectivity
Many retired people have lots of free time& love to socialize due to boredom and lack of work. But it is not just the neighbourhood community that provides this, but also the majority of people prefer staying there. Many younger senior citizens around the age of 60 prefer a locality with lots of community activity.
Best examples of Neighbourhoods in Bangalore for Retirees
There are many areas in Bangalore that provide various places to interact with each other such as public parks, shopping centres, market area, religious centres, sports complex, eateries and more.For an ideal locality, retirees may select the neighbourhood that have the characteristics found in the following examples that are also some of the areas in Bangalore that are the best at overall quality of life for the elderly.
Malleswaram
Areas like Malleswaram are built on a friendly residential community and has a number of clubs and associations who conduct regular meetups. There are also many socializing spots like the iconic MTR breakfast centre, Veena Stores, CTR, etc., where many retirees meet up for breakfast and coffee. Along with this many malls and complexes are also present for shopping.
Basavanagudi
One of the best areas for retired people to reside at is Basavanagudi, especially if you or the person prefer the charm of old Bangalore since it is one of the oldest areas in the city focused on residential communities. The area is covered with trees & greenery and guarantees fresh air & an uplifting change from the pollution in the city. Easy access to many parks nearby such as Lalbagh, Bugle Rock and National Park where many elderly people visit regularly for morning walks which can be a great opportunity to socialize and find companions.
Being the oldest part of the city, Basavanagudi is well known for its cultural activities and innumerable places for worship. Anyone with cultural & traditional interests should definitely consider this locality.Basavanagudi is also next to Gandhi Bazaar which is a famous large market area where many elderly people shop for everyday items and especially well known for religious worship tools and accessories.There are also legendary breakfast outlets such as Vidyarthi Bhavan and Brahmins Cafe to round up one of the best residential areas for senior citizens to live in Bangalore.
Jayanagar
Jayanagar is one of the oldest planned neighbourhoods in Bangalore with many independent homes, luscious green cover, and an old Bangalore feel yet a modern hub for most youth. Jayanagar is one of the most sought-after residential areas in Bangalore and is surrounded by various public spaces such as the famous Jayanagar 4th block market, dozens of parks, traditional coffee centres, as well as various prominent hospitals.
Being one of the central hubs of the city, the area is well connected by public transport. While the commercial areas of Jayanagar are lively and bustling with people, when it comes to the residential area it is very serene and peaceful.
These are some of the various factors to consider if you are a retiree or helping a retired person find a better locality to relax and enjoy their well-earned retirement. After selecting a locality to move to, all that is left is to finalize property agreements and move into the new place preferably with the help of moving companies in Bangalore that provide special provisions and packages to help the elderly or senior citizen relocate to a new place at cost effective rates.
Wishing You a Long and HappyRetirement!
Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)
