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Senior Living Options For Enjoying Healthy And Happy Retirment Years
As the baby boomer generation moves into their retirement years, a growing number of thirty and forty something's are begin to wonder about living arrangements for Mom and Dad. As the nest empties, seniors often find themselves in homes that are too large for their current lifestyle. Living in a large home that once housed a family can be lonely for couples used to the noise and activity of a family. Living alone can also bring unexpected costs of home repairs and upkeep, something many seniors may not be prepared for. Often, seniors need companionship and activities to keep their spirits healthy.
55+ Communities
A 55+ community is one that caters for residents over 55. Spouses are typically the exception to the 55+ rule, but children and adults younger than 55 are not allowed to live there long term. These communities are commonly found in Florida, California, the southwestern states, and other warm weather climates.
Many 55+ communities have a clubhouse for residents, but some can have golf courses, marinas, tennis courts, and other things to help seniors stay active. These communities do not have a medical staff on site and many are in remote areas because of land restrictions.
Continuing Care Retirement Community
A continuing care retirement community is usually the best option for seniors. A retirement community is a place for seniors to come together and live. These villages are full of separate homes or apartments that seniors can live in to maintain their independence, but maintenance and garden work are taken care of right on the spot, eliminating the need for seniors to do it themselves. Because everything is taken care of, seniors are able to enjoy their retirement.
It's possible to find a community that offers activities for seniors, such as golf tournaments, day trips, parties, and celebrations that families can attend. These communities also offer amenities like a dining room for those times your parents don't feel like cooking, libraries, fitness areas, and walking trails among beautifully manicured gardens.
Although a retirement community caters to seniors who can live independently, many do offer varying levels of nursing care if the need arises. Oftentimes, a nurse on staff at the retirement community can administer this care in the comfort of the senior's own home or apartment. Assistants can help with everything from personal care to medical care or just offer a friendly ear when needed.
Maintaining independence is important to many seniors, which is one of the major advantages of a retirement community over a nursing home or home based nursing care. Seniors living in a retirement village are able to keep their own cars and live in an environment that encourages independence while providing families with the reassurance their loved ones are being looked after.
Assisted Living
An assisted living facility is a step between being able to live independently and needing a nursing home. People who live in one of these facilities may only need a little help with everyday household activities like eating, dressing, laundry, and other chores. The staff in these facilities can also dispense medication, something that is important if a senior needs to take multiple medications a day.
If you're concerned about your parents living alone, know that there are options available. A 55+ community, retirement community, or assisted living facility may be the perfect spot for your parents to enjoy their retirement and their golden years.
About the Author Kent Campbell is an author for Garden Spot Village, a retirement community that caters to seniors in New Holland, PA. Garden Spot Village provides seniors with resort style senior living and the staff at Garden Spot Village works to ensure seniors are filling their retirement years with fun and laughter.
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