LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
An increasing number of people are opting for the Gold Coast for their retirement, and, by 2031, the number of senior residents in the area is expected to double!
This is not surprising, considering the top-quality hospital facilities and community services senior citizens can find here. Not to mention the numerous real estate options, lively restaurant scene, sandy beaches, beautiful canals and rainforest!
Living in this world famous metropolitan region can help you stay healthy during retirement. The Gold Coast University Hospital and Robina Hospital are considered among the best hospitals in the country. There is also an Active & Healthy Program specially designed to improve the quality of life for people over 50s, plus community gardens and aquatic centres offering classes and concessions for seniors.
The Gold Coast community centres have many social, cultural and educational activities for seniors, and the libraries have adaptive and assistive equipment to make them accessible to everyone.
It’s also worth mentioning that the Gold Coast celebrates Queensland Seniors Month, a popular annual event that acknowledges senior citizens and brings fun activities for all ages.