[ Retirement Communities ]

Retirement communities are also called independent living cmmunities. These are available for those seniors who are just that - totally independent, but may not want to maintain their homes any longer. These communities are generally large complexes, and some will have a minimum age requirement. Most retirement communities will offer patio homes and/or apartments with a variety of floor plans and sizes, from studios to two bedrooms. Your monthly rate will usually include the rent for your apartment or patio home, as well as three meals a day, housekeeping, linen service, and transportation. Some sort of emergency response system is often included. These communities host many activities and events all of the time, so it is a very social setting. They will have outings to shows, museums, restaurants, malls, groceries, etc., and will also offer transportation to doctors on a scheduled basis. Within the community itself, there are numerous activities scheduled throughout the day, as well as residents just getting together on their own for a game of cards, a movie, or some other favorite past time. Seniors living in the retirement communities benefit from the increased security, the socialization with their peers, the well balanced meals, and enjoy having tasks such as driving, cleaning, and maintenance, done for them.

Independent living is offered as part of most Continuing Care Retirement Communities, where there will be assisted living and skilled nursing also available on the same campus should your needs ever change. Stand alone retirement communities often will have a Home Health Care Company on site to assist their residents should they need help on a short term basis.

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