The Top 10 Ways You Can Benefit From an Independent Living Community
Have you come to a point in your life where you don’t feel safe to live alone in your home any longer?
Or perhaps safety isn’t an issue, but you’re lonely and crave some companionship.
Whatever the reason, thousands of senior adults just like you are looking into independent living communities for their next move.
It can be a scary decision – and you may be feeling overwhelmed. But focusing on all the positive benefits of an independent living community can help ease your nerves.
If you’re still active, able to care for yourself, and can properly manage your medicines, an independent living community may provide you with exactly what you’re looking for in this season of life.
Independent living communities provide a low-stress, all-inclusive lifestyle where active seniors can thrive.
Koru Health offers independent living options that are designed for seniors who are looking for a variety of amenities and services to continue to support their active lifestyles.
Here are the top 10 ways you can benefit from an Independent Living Community.
No Home Maintenance
Did you know the average senior spends approximately 3 hours per day on household chores? This includes indoor cleaning, as well as outdoor maintenance, such as lawn care.1
That adds up to a lot of time!
Worry-free home maintenance is one of the biggest perks when it comes to independent living. Most communities provide on-site maintenance – at no extra charge to you – as well as light monthly housekeeping.
Extra Security
Independent living provides a safe and secure environment. Security is available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Communities also offer safety call pendants and emergency pull cord system with 24-hour response.
This can help ease your family’s worries. They’ll feel confident knowing you’re taken care of and not feeling isolated or afraid.
Also, if you’d like to take a trip for a few days, you can just lock up your home and leave. You can feel confident knowing that your belongings are secure and someone will be there to watch over your home.
All-Inclusive Pricing
Are you tired of keeping up with the many bills that need to be paid every month living in a home? If so, the all-inclusive pricing in many independent living communities will be another benefit to you.
All-inclusive means that you’ll receive one monthly bill that includes rent, meals, utilities, and services.
Services include weekly housekeeping and laundry, daily light housekeeping, regular programming, and scheduled group transportation for local outings and shopping. Phone charges, additional housekeeping or laundry, and fitness center memberships are the only bills you’d need to pay separately.[1]
Added Safety Measures
Independent living communities are specifically designed for older adults with safety in mind. Many safety measures aid to assist the residents to maintain their independence for as long as possible.2
Some of the most commonly added safety measures are:
● wider hallways with handrails
● low walk-in showers
● grab bars in bathrooms
● excellent lighting throughout
Independent living communities have many regulations to abide by – both at the state and federal level. This ensures that residents’ safety is a top priority.
Helpful Staff
Well-trained staff members are available around the clock to assist with any question or problem that may arise.
From housekeeping and security to dining services and recreation – every staff member is equipped to provide quick and efficient service for you.
Interaction on a personal level makes the greatest impact on your health and well-being. Making residents feel “at home” is what staff members strive to provide every single day.
Private Living Spaces
Privacy is often a top priority for seniors interested in independent living.
If you are moving from your own home to independent living, it’s understandable you’d still enjoy your privacy at times.
Most independent living communities offer full-service kitchens, televisions with cable channels, and washers and dryers within your private living unit. This can offer the privacy you desire whenever you’d like.
Socialization Opportunities
Does living alone make you feel isolated and depressed?
An independent living community makes it incredibly easy to connect with your neighbors and staff members every day.
You can continue your sense of self and well-being while socializing with friends in your age group. Family is also encouraged to visit as much as they want to, and take part in group activities.3
Proper Nutrition
Eating proper, nutritious meals is very important for aging adults. But as you get older, cooking can feel more like a burden. From prep work and shopping to cooking the food and cleaning up – it takes a lot of time and energy.
Most independent living communities offer delicious options for meals in their dining rooms.
This way you can rest assured that you’re getting the proper nutrients you need at meal time – all while happily laughing and enjoying conversations with your friends.
Wide Variety of Activities
You can enjoy a communal, bustling environment with people in your age group that have the same interests. There are a wide variety of activities that take place on-site every day of the week.
Some of those activities include:
● Arts and Crafts
● Painting
● Book Clubs
● Wellness Classes
Offsite trips are also common, which encourage you to explore and try new activities. Transportation to and from the facilities is included, so you can relax and not worry about driving.
Physical Fitness Amenities
Starting a physical fitness routine can be difficult at any age. But staying active and fit is more important as you get older.
Many assisted living communities offer onsite amenities such as fitness centers and walking paths.
Since you’ll be surrounded by like-minded adults who also know the importance of staying physically fit, you’ll always have supportive friends to join in activities.
Independent living has improved significantly, especially within the last decade. Seniors today are realizing the many benefits of moving to an independent living community before they actually need any extra assistance and care.
At Koru Health, we get to know our residents personally and tailor their wellness and activities to what they’re interested in and enjoy.
As part of our person-centered approach to wellbeing, we offer a variety of regular programs designed to engage you. We encourage you to experience endless freedom and new opportunities.
To explore all the ways Koru Health independent living communities can benefit you, visit us here.
References:
1https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2458-13-449
2https://www.aplaceformom.com/independent-living
3https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/independent-living-benefits
https://health.usnews.com/best-assisted-living/articles/assisted-living-safety