Retirement Village and Resort Expo: launch a new lifestyle

DOWNSIZING to a retirement village or resort can be the perfect way to upsize your lifestyle.

An active lifestyle, greater security and an expanded social life are just some of the many benefits of retirement living.

So where can retirees discover more about everything this sector has to offer? A good place to start is the Greater Geelong Retirement Village and Resort Expo, being held on Sunday, August 17 and Monday, August 18, 2025, at The Belmont Bowls Club, 16-36 Reynolds Road, Belmont Victoria.

Open from 10am until 3pm Sunday, and 10am until 1pm Monday, this free event is a unique opportunity to discover the huge range of retirement living options, in Melbourne and throughout Australia – all under one roof.

While traditional villages remain very popular, they are increasingly complemented by resort-style developments, urban apartment living and lifestyle communities catering to specific interests.

And then there’s the amenities. Restaurants, gyms, pools and spas, libraries, men’s sheds/hobby rooms, club rooms and meeting rooms, games rooms, outdoor recreation areas, bowling greens, barbeque areas, hairdressers and 24-hour medical access are all common features of contemporary villages. As well, many villages provide bus transport or access to transport for their residents.

Today’s villages provide a dynamic environment while ensuring access to appropriate care and support services. They also facilitate an active social life with community-wide events that make it easy for residents to settle in and make new friends.

A full social calendar is not the only upside of village life though; many residents also take advantage of opportunities to expand their knowledge and acquire new skills. Villages routinely offer continuing education in fields as diverse as computing, yoga, tai chi, arts, crafts, communal gardening and much more.

Flexible schedules and opt-in activities let residents be as outgoing or as private as they wish. The choice is theirs.

There’s something for everyone, but with so much variety, it can be difficult to wade through all the options to find exactly what you’re looking for. Sometimes, you just need to talk to a person.

That’s where the Expo can make a real difference. Visitors are encouraged to take their time and engage in detailed conversations with village representatives to gain a real insight into the life of a community as well as the rights and obligations of residents.

Moving into a retirement community is as much a lifestyle decision as a financial one and both aspects should be carefully considered.

At the Expo, you can ask as many questions as you like so you can concentrate on gathering all the information to take the next step toward a healthier and happier retirement. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. It really could change your life.

For more information, head to retirementexpo.com.au

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