Very pleasant town in which to live. Great scenery all around and lots to do in spare time,- if you like the outdoor world and game viewing. Ngorongoro, Manyara, Tarangiri, Serengeti all in easy, if bumpy, reach.Meru a good climb and Kilimanjaro next door. Securitywise Tanzania is much more relaxed than some parts of Kenya and nothing to be neurotic about. Should be able to find a pleasant house with garden. Others will be more up to date on medical and educational, but for serious medical problems, Nairobi, 3- 4 hours drive or quick flight away is best bet,- and very good.