How to Choose the Right Independent Living Community
When you’re ready to start living your golden years to the fullest, you might explore Independent Living communities. After all, you can join a community of like-minded people, live comfortably, enjoy socialization options, and access helpful amenities and services.
However, with so many options to choose from, it’s only natural to feel overwhelmed. Selecting the right Independent Living community for your needs can be tricky! Fortunately, the decision may be easier when you take these actions:
Ask for Recommendations
If you have friends and family members who already live in an Independent Living community, talk with them about their experiences. Ask them whether they would recommend their community and what you could expect from living there. Your loved ones likely wouldn’t recommend a community they didn’t like. As a result, you might end up with a list of great options to research.
Think About Your Needs
Your needs can generally determine the best Independent Living community to move into. Consider the amenities and services you’d like, such as prepared meals, fun communal spaces, and pet-friendly floor plans for your four-legged friend.
When you know what you’d need to enjoy everyday life in Independent Living, you can compare these needs to each community’s offerings and narrow down your options.
Consider Location
There are tens of thousands of senior living communities operating in the United States. As a result, you must consider whether you want to remain in the town or city you’re living in now or move somewhere new.
Many seniors prefer to remain in their current city to be close to their support network. Others don’t mind moving when it means they can be close to their favorite activities like nature walks and golf clubs.
Compare Accommodation
You deserve to live in comfortable accommodation that feels like home. As you’ll be spending much of your free time relaxing in your own private apartment, don’t be afraid to compare accommodation.
Ask various senior living communities about the features you can expect, such as a pet-friendly floor plan, safety features, modern kitchenettes, and user-friendly bathrooms. When you like the look of an apartment, you may be more inclined to want to make that Independent Living community your home.
Research Amenities
Many of the best Independent Living communities offer a range of convenient amenities to help you live life to the fullest. Don’t be afraid to ask what these are so you can make your decision with confidence. As a general rule, you can often expect:
- Game and activity rooms
- Libraries
- Gyms
- Community grounds and gardens
- Barbers and beauty salons
- Private and shared dining spaces
- Lounge areas
- Laundry facilities
Inquire About Services
Many people consider moving into an Independent Living community when they need a helping hand with everyday necessities. Inquire about the services you can expect to see if they meet your needs and expectations.
Many highly regarded communities provide:
- Weekly housekeeping
- Light linen services
- House maintenance
- Utilities
- Scheduled transportation
Find Out About Food
Cooking is a task that not every senior wants to have to do in their golden years. After all, the more time you spend in the kitchen, the less time you have for fun activities! As you start touring various communities, learn more about meal times and nutrition.
Most well-established Independent Living communities offer residents at least three meals a day to satiate their hunger and help them meet their nutritional requirements. You can also prepare meals and snacks in your own apartment’s kitchenette.
Schedule a Tour of Asher Point Independent Living of Arlington Today
Choosing the right Independent Living community can be a challenging process. We’re here to make it easier. Schedule a tour of Asher Point Independent Living of Arlington to see our beautiful grounds, ask questions, and explore our communal spaces. You may then be ready to make an informed choice about what comes next.
