Designed specifically for seniors who wish to remain comfortably independent, an Independent Living Community is an ideal option for those who do not need medical supervision and want to escape the burden of home maintenance.
The style of home can vary from one community to the next. Some communities offer single family residences or cottages that are located in a campus setting. Others are in hotel, resort-style settings where the residents have an apartment within a main building.
In both instances, residents have access to a wide array of activities and social interaction opportunities as well as amenities that can include restaurants and cafés for dining and entertainment options that can include pools, theatres, arts and craft facilities, auditoriums, libraries, gyms, hair salons, and more.
Amenities and housing styles will vary by community and pricing will reflect the level of amenities. Many compare this carefree housing option to living in a fine resort.
And while you must be physically and mentally on top of things to live in one of these communities, you will find that many communities are now providing for some level of assistance through third-party health services. Many are also partnering with the major medical entities in their city to provide a health and wellness program to keep you at your physical best.
These residences generally provide transportation and services, as required, for making life easier but with so many services on campus, you may find you don’t need to travel far. Most of them are secured for the safety of residents and their homes which further provides for a carefree lifestyle.