Independent Living Communities
Independent living communities may be your answer...the perfect choice for some. Let's look at some of the reasons:
You do want:
Does this sound like what you are looking for. Yes, these communities do exist--they are called Independent Living Communities. They don't put many demands on you yet they give a lot to make your life easier. We have been listing them under senior apartments so check there also, but these communities are a little different. There are many senior apartments that do not offer housekeeping or meals but independent living communities do. One of the most popular and largest organizations is Holiday Retirement Communities. Holiday Retirement Communities There are over 300 Holiday communities. They offer you an independent senior apartment lifestyle. Downsizing to their homes is alot like moving into a condominium--there will be adjustments. You will be downsizing your life but I find that is a huge advantage in retirement. You will have more time to do the things you want to do rather than house maintenance. You will be aware of people around you more. But they will probably be helpful and caring. Holiday says they have:
Dietary Options One of the things I like about Holiday Retirement is that they not only have meals but they have dietary options: Low sodium meals, Low sugar diet, Vegetarian meals and ethnic meals (please verify all information with the community.) They have on-site services such as beautician/barber, exercise equipment and library (please verify with individual community.) If personal care assistance is needed, contract with an outside agency but ask the manager of the community your questions about this matter. They may have suggestions. Pets aren't always allowed at apartment communities but they are allowed at Holiday (please verify with the community.) They also have a travel program that lets you stay at other Holiday Retirement Communities. See their website for information.Holiday Retirement Tennessee Independent Living Community Another example of independent living is this one in Tennessee. Colonial Hill Retirement Center Johnson City, Tennessee - A retirement living center with one meal provided in rent amount - additional meals extra cost - weekly housekeeping - extra services such as reminders about taking your medication, activities and much more. Studio, one and two-bedoom apartments. Some extras include hair salon, free internet, $10 cable, full kitchens, transportation, tray service to your room (additional fee), weekly linen service, laundry facilities. (please verify as fees and services can change) This community will provide services for additional fees that are usually obtained at an assisted living community but less costly. They cannot administer the medicines, for example, but will give reminders. They will assist with dressing, bathing, meal preparation and more for slight additional fees. Example: If you are a couple and only one person needs additional help, this type of community could be your solution to making life easier. it would also be a boon for a single man, for instance, who is not able to cook for himself. All types of scenarios to make life easier would fit this type of community. Colonial Hill Retirement Center Please verify all information as it can change. We do not recommend communities or give advice. This is an information only website.
Check our Senior Apartments page as well
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