Monday, May 23, 2011

Taking Back Life with Independent Living

Taking Back Life with Independent Living
By Daniel Cargille


If you're in good health and you're looking for an alternative to the day to day life filled with massive responsibility, and you're a senior, then independent living might be the perfect choice for you. Independent living isn't for everyone but it can be the ideal choice if you're concerned with remaining independent while enjoying the company of others.

Defining Independent Living

Independent living is one of the best choices for seniors seeking something different, with more freedom and active living choices outside of assisted living or nursing facilities. Residents live and work together in a wonderfully co-operative environment to help one another, engaging in social activities and engage each other to create more productive lifestyles. Even those with growing health concerns can find comfort, stability and renewed independence in senior living.

There are numerous benefits to independent living, with the most popular being:

Neighbors - You may not know the people around you in your neighborhood very well unless you're a social butterfly but in an independent living facility you get to know the residents quite well. These folks all become close neighbors as you mingle and engage with them during social activies, group trips, meals and more. The major benefit is that while your home neighborhood was diverse, all residents in senior living tend to fall within the same age group as you.

Activities - Living in a home, especially your home, can be boring day after day with little to do. Independent living facilities offer a host of activities on a daily basis to keep residents moving, thinking and enjoying each day. Think of it like an upscale college campus. There's a great deal to do include social clubs, travel, games, featured guests, music, movie nights, food events, sales, group shopping and more. The best part is that because it is independent living, you get to choose your level of engagement

Security and Freedom - There's a certain level of worry that every homeowner has with their property and belongings bust just about every independent living facility is designed to be a secure environment, safe from intruders. That means your personal belongings are safe, guarded by locked doors. Many facilities use cutting edge security systems with security staff on site or close by to ensure the safety of residents. Each room is typically built with safety in mind, so that you can easily reach alarm systems in any emergency. With all that security, you still have the freedom to come and go as you see fit - travel, shop, go on vacation, visit family. Once you're done you can return to your to the safety of your home.

Help Around the House - If one of the problems you have at home is taking care of all that space and looking after your home then you'll be relieved to know that even with independent living you can have staff on hand to take care of your living space, including turning down your bed, helping to keep your living space clean, taking care of laundry, etc.

The benefits for independent living go on and on, and it's a wonderful investment and choice for those who need a little care to support them but strongly desire to keep their independence. Get more activity, get more social, and get rid of major responsibilities like chores and excessive bills by looking into local independent living.




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