Independent Living Amenities That Make Daily Life Smoother
How important is your autonomy? According to the AARP, more than half of adults between the ages of 50 and 64 are worried about losing some level of independence and autonomy. But with the right independent living amenities, you can alleviate such a fear.
Here in Hermitage, we're a perfect location for living out your golden years. Our lovely city is known for its riveting recreational opportunities, from Buhl Farm Park to dozens of beautiful golf courses. We're a cozy, family-oriented town with a focus on safety and acceptance.
If you're worried about losing your independence, we're here to help. Many senior lifestyle features can help improve your daily life. Read on for a quick overview of what sort of supportive services you can expect.
Maintenance-Free Living
Daily conveniences are one of the best ways to find supportive services that ease your days. These are ideal for taking care of the basic "day-to-day" tasks in a way that won't leave you exhausted.
Oftentimes, this comes in the form of handling tasks that are dangerous for seniors, such as cleaning. Cleaning requires you to bend, move, and adjust, oftentimes on wet floors.
All of these actions can easily cause you to lose your balance. According to the National Institutes of Health, about one in every ten seniors experiences multiple falls annually. Many of these falls are due to trying to complete such tasks.
At Whispering Oaks Senior Living, we're proud to offer supportive services that handle this maintenance for you. We offer weekly housekeeping and will readily handle any maintenance tasks to keep you comfortable, independent, and above all else, safe.
Community Benefits
How active are you in your community, and how well are you balancing loneliness? According to Michigan Medicine, about 1 in every 3 seniors experiences loneliness and isolation.
These statistics are certainly cause for alarm, but loneliness is also easily fixed. Here are some of the benefits you may find in your community.
Communal Gardening
One form of socialization that many seniors love is gardening. Many seniors already have experience gardening, and many even have concerns about leaving their garden behind when they enter their senior community.
Many communities feature gardens that community members are encouraged to engage with. These are often floral beds that seniors can maintain to bring some splendor to the community, or they may be gardens for edible plants. What's a bigger boost to your soul than eating a meal that you plucked from the vine with your neighbors?
Staying Active
Another crucial way to stay connected is to also stay active. Many community benefits have wellness-focused living that lets you not just stay healthy, but also socialize. We're proud to offer tons of amenities that help to enhance your autonomy.
How much exercise do you think you'll require in your golden years? While we all need to keep ourselves moving, there's more to exercise than just staying physically healthy.
Exercising with your peers is a great way to stay social while keeping your physical health up. Additionally, staying active is one of the best ways to keep your physical health up and bring ease into your life. You'll rely less on the assistance of independent living when there are more tasks you can do yourself, for example.
Of course, that doesn't mean your only goal with exercise is to keep your independence. While your added physical health is a benefit, senior lifestyle features and programs that focus on socialization are another great way to stay connected.
Looking for ways to stay active? We're proud to offer rousing and exciting community events! Browse our activity calendar to see what's coming up.
Educational and Vocational Classes
Additionally, it's common for senior communities to offer classes that can continue to provide you with entertainment, education, and independence. These are often social classes that focus on culture and language, basic life skills, and more.
You may even find some classes related to your favorite creative hobby or interest. Look for classes that support the arts and creative endeavors to stay connected.
Staying Outdoors
There's more to do outdoors than just garden. Staying connected includes your whole community, from the lovely nature of Hermitage to the community you're helping to care for.
Some of the best independent living amenities include nature walks that help you stay active and mobile. Many of these focus on keeping you social, healthy, and engaged with your peers.
Enjoying Your Meals
Many of us enjoy cooking, but there's a certain pleasure in not having to worry about the stress. Shopping, dishes, and dangerous knife work aren't things that you should need to endanger yourself with!
With a senior living community, dining amenities are perfect for taking the stress down by handling your meals for you. Often, communities provide wholesome and nutritious meals that balance flavor and experience while improving your health and diet.
At Whispering Oaks Senior Living, we offer three home-style prepared meals a day. We're also proud to provide a private dining room for when you want some peace or when you want the volume of your meal to stay low.
Frequently Asked Questions
With all that said, there's always more to learn. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding your independent lifestyle!
Can My Family Visit?
Of course! There are often restrictions on visitation hours for the comfort of your neighbors. But so long as it's within acceptable hours, we're happy to welcome your loved ones.
Can I Have a Pet?
Whispering Oaks is proud to accommodate you and your furry friend! We're a pet-friendly community!
Understanding Independent Living Amenities
Independent living amenities provide supportive services for you to stay active, enjoy retirement features, and ease your daily life. These senior lifestyle features are focused mostly on daily conveniences, so you can keep your eyes on what matters most.
At Whispering Oaks Senior Living, we're glad to provide you with a unique and stunning community. Our community has recently undergone a thorough renovation, leaving us with a stylish ambiance, updated decor, and a beautiful community for you to call home. Contact us to see how we can help you stay connected.