For older adults who want to enjoy a relaxing retirement without extra responsibilities, independent living offers a private home, convenient amenities, and a laid-back lifestyle. Now more than ever, retirees are choosing to relocate from their longtime homes to a new, easier-to-maintain residence within an independent living community. Here are some compelling reasons why independent living could be the right choice for you or your loved one:
You won’t be bored
Today’s retirees have high expectations for their retirement years. They want to enjoy new hobbies, experiences, and friendships. Modern senior living communities are keeping up with choices, flexibility, and daily activities that don’t end by 4:00 pm! With plenty of social activities and events happening every day in the community, residents of independent living never have to worry about being bored.
Moving to independent living also doesn’t mean you have to give up the sense of community involvement and engagement that you enjoy now. Residents stay connected to their community through easy access to local restaurants, shopping centers, volunteer organizations and clubs, cultural events, and more. Plus, some independent living communities even feature convenient on-campus amenities such as restaurants, cafés, salons, and barbershops to make life easier for residents.
You won’t be busy doing chores
One of the most appreciated perks of moving to independent living is freedom from the responsibilities associated with home ownership. When you choose independent living, you say goodbye to cumbersome chores like cleaning the house, mowing the lawn, cleaning the gutters, or fixing a leaky faucet.
Instead, most independent living communities offer light housekeeping and maintenance services, allowing residents to spend their time doing things like exploring their passions, trying new activities, or volunteering. Without the hassles of maintaining a large home, you will have plenty of time for what you truly enjoy. After all, that’s what retirement is all about!
You’ll have more security – and freedom
With on-site security monitoring, safety features including emergency call buttons, and friendly staff nearby, seniors living independent living and their families experience less worry and better peace of mind. The high level of on-site security also makes independent living an ideal choice for retirees who want to travel or live in a vacation home for part of the year. Residents are free to come and go as they please, without worrying about the safety of their home and any belongings they leave behind.
You’ll enjoy a greater sense of community
While many older adults claim they want to stay in their familiar homes for as long as possible, “aging in place” isn’t always the best option for everyone. Loneliness and social isolation can have harmful effects on our health, happiness, and wellbeing at any age, and living alone can exacerbate these issues. Luckily, there’s an entire community of friends and like-minded peers waiting for those who choose independent living. With new neighbors and friends nearby, independent living gives older adults daily opportunities to reap the health and lifestyle benefits of meaningful social interactions.
Are you ready to explore the benefits of independent living? We encourage you to visit local independent living communities. Taking a tour will give you a better sense of the community’s atmosphere and allow you or your loved one to ask plenty of questions.
