Independent Living: What It Really Looks Like
Moving into an Independent Living community is more of lifestyle decision. Your mom or dad does not need to move for safety or care reason. Instead, they move to these communities to make life easier and get used to the idea of senior living.
One family I’ve helped didn’t notice any immediate safety concerns or health issues. They did notice that their father was growing more isolated after his wife passed away. After meeting with a few communities, they decided that Independent Living was the right option because he’d no longer worry about the house, but even more so, he was happiest being around people his age, no longer worry about
After more than a year there, he transitioned very smoothly to Assisted Living in the same community.
Quick Answer
Independent living is best for seniors who are still fully independent but want a simpler lifestyle, less home maintenance, and more social connection without needing daily care.
What Life Looks Like
Independent Living communities are usually the right choice for your mom or dad if they would enjoy life better without the stresses of the house and the overall aging process. The communities offer a fantastic change in mindset with more comfort and care options like….
What are your options
Basic apartment or condo: These places are smaller and are regularly cleaned and maintained by the facility
Meal plans: Many Independent Living Communities offer various levels of meal plans in a community setting.
Activities: One huge bonus is there are extensive options for doing fun things both in and out of the community, with transportation to and from.
Limited care: There is 24-hour care professionals in these communities to help with basic needs for your mom or dad, including medical professionals.
Lifestyle: Your mom or dad will have less responsibilities and tons more opportunities to life their life at their pace while you have the comfort of knowing they’re being taken care of by the staff.
Who This Works Best For… and When It Doesn’t Anymore
Every family has different needs, hopes, and goals for their family and the house. If it is the right decision, there needs to be…
Strong support system
Stable memory + mobility
This is sustainable until it’s not - that may include…
Be sure you and your mom or dad are making the right decisions and
Safety declines in the home
More constant care is required for them.
or if’d rather talk it out