When you grow older and your children fly the nest, your needs in terms of a home will change and evolve. Many of us will downsize a once huge family home for something a little more modest and in keeping with what we need. 

Today we want to discuss how you can create the perfect relaxing home for your retirement where you can live for years in harmony before you contact your estate planning attorney and make up a will. 

Here are some of the ways you can create the perfect retirement home this year. 

Invest in a garden 

When you retire and you are looking for a relaxing living space to escape to, one of the things you will want to consider is outdoor space. Whether you choose to stay in the same home or move to a new one, having a beautiful garden to enjoy can do wonders for your mental health as well as your wellbeing. Consider having landscapers in to optimise your garden for use as you grow older and also consider starting a fruit and vegetable patch as a hobby. Having a garden is a wonderful thing and it will be a great way to spend your time during retirement. 

Get rid of clutter 

If you are hoping to make your home more friendly to older folk, a good idea is to declutter the space and get rid of anything that might be a tripping hazard. This includes anything from extra pieces of furniture you don’t need to cables for your devices, and will make the home safer for you and your partner as you grow older. 

Repaint the walls 

A fresh outlook on life deserves a fresh lick of paint, and we think that painting your home with a fresh colour can be a good way to start the next chapter of your life. New colours signify change, and this can be a wonderful way for you to welcome in the twilight years of your life. 

Install a conservatory 

A conservatory is an extension to your home that acts almost as a connecting room to your garden. Many people use their conservatory as a summer room, and having one installed on the back of your house can be a wonderful new feature, Enjoy sitting with your friday night meal and a glass of wine, or welcome a new day while reading a book on a comfy chair. Make the most of a brand new and fresh feature to your home and this can be a wonderful change of pace. 

Add mobility features 

When you grow older your mobility won’t be what it used to be, and it is important therefore to invest in some safety features such as grips for the bath, inclining chairs, and hand rails. There are lots of different safety and mobility features you can bring into your home as you grow older and they will all do wonders with helping you move around and live the later years of your life to the fullest at home.