If you’re coming up on retirement, this is an exciting time for you. Finally, you can see the pot of gold! Only in this case, the “gold” is the opportunity to choose the retirement lifestyle you want and are ready to fully enjoy. If you’re trying to decide between 55+ retirement communities and independent living, […]
The Freedom Independent Living Provides Seniors Who Don’t Drive
Matt is in his 70s and recently gave up driving after his physician detected decreased vision that could impact his safety. Louise is a bit younger than Matt, but she lived most of her life in an urban setting and never needed to drive – she doesn’t want to start now. They both are busy, […]
Recently Single? Why You Should Consider a Move to Independent Living
If you are a recently divorced or widowed older adult, you might still be healing emotionally and not sure what lies ahead. Being suddenly single can be daunting, with so many new responsibilities to worry over. Or, maybe you’ve been on your own for some time and would like to be part of a couple […]
Why Independent Living Is a Surprisingly Great Option for Introverts
If you are like many people who consider themselves to be an introvert, you love the idea of having the freedom to live as you choose, having lots of quiet time to reflect and recharge, while interacting with others when it feels comfortable. That’s why independent living could be an excellent choice for introverts like […]
7 Downsizing Tips To Make Moving to an Independent Living Community Easy
Downsize. Organize. Revitalize! Downsizing can feel liberating, especially when you are moving to a maintenance-free independent living community. It’s an opportunity to cherish the memories that matter most to you, while freeing you from the stress of hanging onto things you no longer need or want. Less to pack. Less to unpack. Less to worry about. Start […]
How Downsizing to Independent Living Opens Up New Opportunities
There’s a lot to be said about having less to worry about. For example, downsizing from the responsibilities of a big house to the freedom of independent living not only removes a whole lot of stress, it also opens up a lot of new opportunities. Such as better use of your leisure time. Relaxation. Friendships. […]
6 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Move to an Independent Living Community
There’s a Japanese proverb that says, “One kind word can warm three winter months.”That’s a good thing to keep in mind, especially when you live in the north and you know just how cold and extreme the weather can be. But even better, when you’re a resident of an independent living community, winter is just another […]
8 Things to Look for When Touring Independent Living Communities
When you head to the grocery store, you most likely take a list of the items that you feel you must have in your pantry, as well as extras that would be nice to have—“luxuries” that add some zing to everyday life. It’s the same when touring independent living. You’re shopping for the lifestyle that […]
A Checklist for Independent Living
When you are imagining the retirement of your dreams, you probably have some specific things in mind, as well as how you’d like to feel when you wake up each morning. After all, you’ve arrived at a very special time in your life—a time to be inspired, respected, and to live in the moment. Independent […]
Independent Living: Cost Vs. Value
There’s an English proverb that states, “The worth of a thing is what it will bring.” When you are running the numbers on the cost of senior living, you of course have to consider your budget. But you also must look at the bigger picture of what you are actually paying for, in terms of quality, satisfaction, […]