The simple pleasures. The simple life.The trend to simplify our lives, particularly as we enter our senior years, is an ongoing goal for many of us.

You’ll find endless articles, books, videos and blogs devoted to the art of living with less—not just in terms of material goods, but in treasuring only the people, the pursuits, and the parts of our lives that bring us happiness andfreedom to live the way we want to live．

But there is also another way to discover a simplified life: it comes in the form of a retirement residence, where simplicity—and freedom—are built right in. Here’s how:

1. Retirement residence simplicity meansno more home maintenancechores, or the worry that comes from needing a new roof or arranging for snow shovelling. Simplicity is enjoying your spacious suite without thinking about upkeep.
2. Retirement residence simplicity meansno more multiple billsto coordinate for heat, hydro, taxes, and—depending on which of the flexibledining optionsyou choose—even meals. Instead, one single payment covers your suite rental and many other services, both included and available.
3. Retirement residence simplicity meansno more organizing and managing outside servicessuch ashome care/support．Should you needextra support, it’s there right where you live; a simple, built-in solution.
4. Retirement residence simplicity meansno more worrying about getting around, especially in harsh weather. Shuttle bus service to shopping, appointments, and outings is often offered at retirement residences, so you can focus on the enjoyment of the event and not on the stress of getting there.
5. Retirement residence simplicity meansliving with the furniture and possessions that bring you the most joyand satisfaction that you’ve chosen to bring with you. Despite the initial challenge of“rightsizing,”many seniors find this a freeing process.
6. Retirement residence simplicity means never again thinking, “I’d like to attend my book club, but it’s just too much now to make the arrangements to go out.” Instead, you’ll find many of yourfavourite activitiesare often on your doorstep, no coat or boots needed! You’ll also find a wide circle of friendly faces with whom you canenjoy socializing．还有什么比和楼下的朋友一起在你家的小酒馆里自发地喝杯咖啡、吃点糕点更简单、更有趣的呢?