My husband and I were looking to future proof ourselves as we are getting closer to retirement. Running and maintaining a large house was starting to get too much for us so we decided to look into the over 50s living as an alternative. We must have looked at every village on the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie, but for us, Macquarie Shores just had a lovely feel about it. The village manager Amanda, made the whole process from enquiry through to purchase and moving in day so easy and friendly that we knew we had made the right decision. Since moving in, we have been extremely impressed with the care and attention the staff provide to each resident as it truly gives us confidence that as we get older we will still be valued as people not just an occupant. The other residents are really friendly, welcoming and engaging. What I like most about living here is the options available to me. If I want company there is always someone around or something to do through the social groups and who knows, I might learn a new hobby lawn bowls or skill like painting all while having a few laughs with my neighbours. I am so pleased we made the decision to move to Macquarie Shores and I am looking forward to many, many long years of living here.