As we age, downsizing for retirement becomes both a practical and empowering step toward a simpler, more manageable lifestyle. For older Australians considering a move to an independent living community like Hester Canterbury, the idea of letting go of years’ worth of belongings can feel overwhelming. However, with thoughtful planning,...
Financial Freedom: How Older Australians Can Secure a Comfortable Retirement
As retirement nears, achieving financial freedom becomes a key goal for many older Australians seeking to enjoy a comfortable and secure retirement. While navigating financial planning can feel complex, the right strategies, such as diversifying income and managing expenses, make a stress-free retirement achievable. Whether you’re considering downsizing or joining...
5 Essential Steps for a Happy and Fulfilling Retirement
Retirement marks the beginning of a new lifestyle—one filled with relaxation, purpose and connection. Whether you’re planning to downsize or move into a vibrant retirement community, choosing the right environment can elevate your golden years. From supportive social networks to peaceful natural surroundings, the right location offers more than just...
Drop in to Hester Canterbury for a complimentary morning tea in our premier Club Lounge. Followed by a tour of one of our light-filled apartments. 10.00am to 11.30am on Tuesday 19th March 2024....
MAKE A WISH Join the residents in the Club Lounge on Thursday 26 October at 3pm to celebrate some very special birthdays for the month of October. Of course there will be cake. HESTER CLASS Classified as a ‘dramedy’ (there’s a new word out of tinsel town), what can go...
SPECIAL MEETING Just a reminder that the BASScare Hester Canterbury Special Meeting to vote on the proposed resolution will take place this Friday 13 October at 10:30am in the Dining Room. If you are unable to attend and wish to use a Proxy, please ensure that the Hester Canterbury Special...
VOICE YOUR VOTE If you are unable to attend a voting centre on Saturday 14 October for the Referendum, you or someone on your behalf will need to organize a postal vote online at, www.aec.gov.au/referendums/vote/postal-voting.html Don’t delay as time is running out. HESTER CLASS Unless you’ve been living under a...
CONVERSATION ON THE COUCH Please join Lauren (BASScare HomeCare Manager) on Wednesday 4 October at 10:30am in the Club Lounge for an insightful conversation and Q&A around the process and offerings of Home Care packages. Be it just forward planning for apartment cleaning or maybe someone to take you shopping,...
THE VOTE The Special Meeting to vote on the resolution for a 5% increase on top of the 7.25% CPI to the monthly maintenance fee will take place on Friday 13 October at 10:30am in the Dining Room. You will receive further information in your mailbox soon. HESTER CLASS If...
A PRIZE EXCURSION Very pleased to inform you that we’ve secured tickets to the 2023 Archibald Prize at the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Monday 23 October. The outing will include ticket to the exhibition, lunch and return bus trip. More details to follow and a Sign-Up form will be available...