106 | “Those in the 55-65 age bracket who have purchased housing here have wanted to downsize and free up their time to pursue their passions such as travel. They’ve got a resort lifestyle here with the freedom to lock up and leave when they want to.” to page 109 The big upside of down-sizing Karen Phelps LIFESTYLE Olive Estate Lifestyle Village Getting older should be viewed as a normal part of life and that’s how Olive Estate Lifestyle Village approaches the ageing process, says village manager of Olive Estate Lifestyle Village and Integrity Care Group managing director Kristin Nimmo. “Segregating older adults into a corner of the community is not necessarily healthy and I think it’s important as a society we stop doing that. Older adults have so much to contribute to everyday life,” she says. This is where Olive Estate Lifestyle Village sets itself apart, she says. It’s a place where the generations can mix freely and the public can engage with residents. Situated on a 14ha block in Nelson, Olive Estate Lifestyle Village is a diverse park-like community for people over the age of 55. The entry age is important, says Kristin. Even though the average age of Olive Estate residents currently sits at approximately 74 years it has meant that a group of vibrant and active older adults have been attracted to the village and this has helped those who live there to live more energetic, purposeful and healthy lives. “It’s a lifestyle village not a retirement village,” she stresses. “Those in the 55-65 age bracket who have purchased housing here have wanted to downsize and free up their time to pursue their passions such as travel. “They’ve got a resort lifestyle here with the freedom to lock up and leave when they want to. ”Olive Estate Lifestyle Village also includes a playground and The Lakehouse with a gymnasium, swimming pool and spa, theatre, library and conference rooms. “There are two commercial leases – a hair and beauty salon and a café, which attract members of the public as well as village residents. “A big part of the village philosophy is to encourage members of the wider community to come into the village and also encouraging village members to keep their social connections with the wider community. Lakes Edge Queenstown
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