Estate Living Magazine Retirement Living - Issue 40 April 2019 | Page 37

P R O P E R T Y & I N V E S T M E N T a tea party in the coffee shop, celebrate a special occasion or simply relax quietly with your favourite magazine or a book from the library. Health and wellness When it comes to patient-centred care, the clinical needs and requirements as well as the emotional needs of both patient and their family should be emphasised. This should include a managed home-based healthcare service with post-hospitalisation and discharge from rehabilitation facilities, as well as medication and personal care administration. In addition, a care centre should be established to provide primary healthcare and monthly check-ups delivered by experienced nurses and carers. And, for those who may need it, frail care must be available. This continuous care, along with a communication system and emergency call buttons in each home, will provide significant peace of mind for you, your loved ones and friends. Security The very latest security measures like electrified perimeter fencing, access control systems, CCTV surveillance and alarm systems, should be in place so as to provide you the opportunity to live life freely, along with the lock-up-and-go convenience to travel and explore to your heart’s content. Services With the ever-changing landscape of retirement and with the best interests of the residents front of mind, meticulous thought and E