Assisted Living Facilities

Different Types of Independent Living for Seniors

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Independent living for seniors is a system designed for older adults who want to enjoy their retirement independently. Independent living options at senior living facilities offer a secure, comfortable, active, and simpler lifestyle to their residents.

There are different types of independent living facilities and retirement homes that you can choose from. Before considering relocating to a retirement home, look at the list of types of retirement homes that you can choose from that will support your independence and lifestyle.

 

4 types of independent living and retirement facilities:

 

Low income or subsidize living facilities

  • Low-income senior citizens from 62 years old and above may qualify to live in subsidized facilities to enable them to live independently. Most of these properties are owned and operated by non-profit organizations offering an assortment of activities, services, and amenities for their senior residents.

 

Anyone in the United States aged 62 and beyond may apply directly to the facility near them or their preferred retirement place under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Section 202.

Senior apartments

  • These are ideal for seniors who are looking for low cost and low maintenance independent living for seniors’ complexes with amenities to make your life comfortable and enjoyable. Senior apartments are designed to meet the requirements and lifestyles of elderly residents.

 

Little to no stairs, handrails, and wheelchair ramp are expected in senior apartments. Also, senior apartments vary according to size and style like single-family apartments, suite, and duplexes. However, most senior apartments only accept 55 years old and above residents.

Retirement homes

  • Retirement homes are like senior apartments who impose age restrictions that residents must be at least 55 years old. Also called old people’s homes, retirement homes are multi-resident places with a multitude of accessible facilities designed to meet the current and future needs of independent seniors.

 

Retirement homes like apartments and suite rooms are available for sale or rent which have facilities for recreation, dining, health, and gatherings.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities or CCRC

  • These types of independent living for seniors’ facilities are ideal for elderlies with health issues that need assistance in the future. These facilities offer independent living to nursing home services in the same community.

 

For seniors who have serious health problems, CCRCs are the best option for you. Another thing that makes Continuing Care Retirement Communities appealing is that senior residents can easily and comfortably transition from independent living to assisted living should the need arise.

As you get older, the possibility to settle in an independent living environment is most likely to happen. But it is something you should be worried or anxious about for it will aid in making your life easier at the same time enjoyable.

Facilities for independent living for seniors are made available to make your life manageable without giving up your freedom. With other residents in your chosen independent living community, you can still socialize; meet new friends, and do recreational activities without the need of going out.

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Five Tips to Help You Tackle the Topic of Senior Housing

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Tackling the topic of assisted living or senior housing with elderly parents is something most children do not look forward to.

The most commonly feared outcomes of the topic is that it will either cause the elderly family members to think that they are a burden and being forced out of their homes or that they will refuse to go in all circumstances.

Although raising the topic can be delayed in some cases, it is still important for your loved to ones to be made aware of all of their options with good notice so that they feel they have some sort of say in what happens next. Talking about the issue will give them the time to gather information and do their own research on what they feel will make them the most comfortable and happy.

To help family members with this stressful process, it helps to have some professional advice to help you out along the way. Below are some helpful tips to help lessen anxiety or fear when talking to your parents about assisted living.

Research senior housing facilities

Start looking for assisted living communities near your parents’ place or somewhere in their preferred retirement place.

 

Look for assisted housing facilities that have the level of care your parents need, while simultaneously meeting your parents’ housing budget. As it will require long term funding, it is crucial to choose senior housing that won’t become a financial burden later on.  As costs vary from state to state, it would be best to start your research first before opening the topic to your family.

 

You also might want to bring your parents along when visiting assisting living facilities, so they can see the environment and the everyday activities. Doing so will give them the idea that living in senior housing will not deprive them of their freedom used to enjoy in a regular living situation.

Discuss the plan with your siblings

Share the plan with your brothers or sisters. Fill them in on details such as when, where, and how you want to open up the discussion with your parents. You can always ask the help of your siblings during a family get-together or you have the option to talk to your parents individually.

Ask for your doctor’s assistance

Find time to speak with your parents’ primary care provider. A professional’s advice and recommendation may help them get comfortable with the idea of living in senior housing or a modern retirement facility.

Get them involved

  • Although you have made your research and considering the possibility of assisted living, it still best to let your parents decide the best option for them. Do not forget to provide other options like getting an in-house caregiver or a house help that can assist them with their day to day activities and necessities.

Illness or Accidents

If your loved one is injured or diagnosed with age-related diseases, this will greatly impact his/her ability to live independently. Informed your elderly family member the benefits of being taken cared of day in and day out knowing that their mental, physical, and emotional condition will change eventually.

Modern senior housing facilities have the experience, knowledge, means, and qualified staff to provide their current and future health care needs. It may be hard at first to talk about it, but with the right people at the right time, you can raise the topic with confidence.

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Richmont Senior Living is proud to serve Ashland, NE and the surrounding cities: Memphis, Springfield, South Bend, Greenwood, Murdock, Waverly, Murdock, Ithaca, and Chalco