Interesting facts on retirement

A South African Perspective

Counting the change for retired couples

Single retirees need on average 40% more to maintain the same retirement lifestyle as couples.

Financial advisers are now imploring couples to use their situation to their advantage by pooling their risks and strategically managing their investments so that they have complementing portfolios.

The harsh reality: 51% of South African pensioners can’t make ends meet.* Information obtained from the 2013 Sanlam Benchmark Survey

For better or worse, in sickness and health Recent studies have found an interesting

correlation on how the wellbeing of one long- married spouse has an emotional and physical impact on the other.

Depressive symptoms such as loneliness, restlessness and physical limitations all contribute to sympathetic symptoms experienced by spouses.

This has led to a recent trend in health practitioners considering the health of the other spouse when treating their patient.

The harsh reality: 1/3 of South African pensioners cannot afford their medical expenses.* Information obtained from the 2013 Sanlam Benchmark Survey

Baby boomer revival During the next 20 years an average of

10,000 people will turn 65 each day.

There are currently 7 million baby boomers in South Africa.

More and more baby boomers are more focussed on leading an active and healthy lifestyle than their earlier counterparts.

Family interaction, travelling, maintaining independence and staying connected are high on baby boomers agendas

Fact: 65% of over 60’s are bond free.* Information obtained from the UCT Unilever Institute of Strategic Marketing

THE FACT REMAINS

Retirement is a time of opportunity and choice.

These days, South Africans in general are much healthier, more active and look forward to a longer lifespan.

Choosing the perfect setting to enjoy your golden years has never been more important.

Welcome to the finer side of retirement

Located at the base of the Helderberg Mountains, Helderberg

Manor Retirement Village was developed to ensure that all your lifestyle

requirements are satisfied in this serene pastoral setting.

The perfect balance

Helderberg Manor affords residents the perfect balance between personal space with a variety of amenities providing massive scope for social interaction.

In addition to Helderberg Village’s graceful and beautifully appointed private homes, the estate is complemented by a fully equipped residents’ gym, swimming pool, bowling green, library, salon, restaurant and coffee shop.

Superior healthcare with a holistic approachHelderberg Manor understands that the need for specific and comprehensive care increases with age.

Helderberg Manor boasts a state of the art healthcare centre comprising of 46 beds and 25 assisted living suites. The healthcare centre is the perfect haven to recuperate under the care of their highly qualified and dedicated staff.

Enjoy your retirement to the fullest surrounded by orchards, farmlands and vineyards in the

scenic suburb of Somerset West.

Contact Helderberg Manor today and enjoy the finer

side of retirement.