As more and more older adults reach retirement age, independent living communities are adjusting to reflect the next generation’s needs and preferences. From design updates to changes in the services and amenities offered within the community, modern independent living communities are continually evolving. Let’s take a look at some of the top trends you can […]
What to Ask When Touring Independent Living Communities
More and more retirees are choosing to downsize from their larger homes to independent living communities, which allow them to live in a place that meets their needs while maximizing their independence. While there are many advantages to moving to independent living, here are some of the top reasons retirees are deciding to move to […]
Ask an Expert: Easing the Transition to Independent Living
Moving can be difficult at any stage of life, but it can be particularly daunting for older adults who have lived in the same home for many years. The emotional side of downsizing from a longtime home can keep older adults from moving to a smaller, easier-to-manage home that supports their ideal retirement lifestyle. Additionally, […]
Summer Vacation: Helpful Tips for Savvy Senior Travelers
Summer is finally here, and it’s a perfect time to get away for a relaxing vacation. Whether you’re planning to board a plane to an international destination, hop on a cruise ship, or take a cross-country road trip this summer, check out these travel tips for savvy seniors: Plan ahead Make your vacation a stress-free […]
It Takes a Village: How Retirement Villages Can Improve Quality of Life
If you’re an older adult evaluating your retirement options, you may be curious about how different living arrangements could affect your overall quality of life. It turns out that more and more seniors are choosing retirement villages because of the many appealing options, conveniences, and benefits that they offer, all of which contribute to a […]
4 Winter Activities Enjoyed in Senior Communities
Winter can often signal a limitation in one’s everyday activities, especially if you live alone or in a remote area. One of the great benefits of living in a senior community is that winter doesn’t have to signal the onset of cabin fever! Here are four popular activities enjoyed by older adults in senior communities […]
Live Independently into your 80’s and Beyond
Today’s seniors are living longer than ever – and doing so independently. But how? It turns out that good planning and health maintenance are key. Planning for your future – the earlier the better – can help you live independently well into your 80’s. The sooner you make your plans for where and how you […]
5 Reasons Independent Senior Living May Be Right for You
The way we live changes with every stage of our lives. As we become older, what appealed to us in a home – plenty of room for the kids, lots of projects to work on, a big yard with a high maintenance garden – may no longer fit our lifestyle. With the kids all grown […]
The Importance of Fitness for Independent Retirement Living
When it comes to aging well and maintaining our mobility for independent retirement living, it turns out that exercise really is the key. In a 2014 study featuring a group of 1,600 seniors aged 70-89 who were suffering from mobility issues, it was found that the group who participated in regular physical activities dramatically improved their […]
