Senior Independent Living

Making the decision to move away from the very house you made a home is very difficult at first. This decision has to be made when everything that you used to do becomes too much to handle.

Once the decision is made, it is now time to choose what kind of living conditions you want to invest in.

What is Independent Living?

Independent living is for active seniors who are still able to move around with minimal help. You can choose to live in a home, townhouse, condo or a mobile house.

What are the amenities found inside an independent living community?

A senior independent living community may the following:

• Security guards
• laundry service
• fitness centre
• game room
• beauty salon & barber shop
• activity centre
• private rental centre

Is Independent Living Right For Me?

If you are still outgoing and energetic but cannot do household chores anymore, then independent living is best for you. Senior independent living is best for seniors that still like to interact and be with a community and maintain their day to day activities minus the household chores.

How to Choose the Right Aged Care Facility and Providers

With the rise of news about seniors being disrespected at an aged care facility or being charged for unknown fees by service providers, finding a trusted aged care facility or providers is proved to be a daunting task.

Here are some helpful tips to remember when choosing an aged care facility or provider.

1. Check the facility’s accessibility to doctors and other medical professionals
2. Always look for any reviews for feedbacks
3. Check the staff training for special care services
4. Most importantly, know your rights and responsibilities.

Getting older doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice the quality of life you want to be in. Always keep in mind that not all aged care facilities and providers are created equal.

Opting for home care or staying on an aged care facility, always choose what best suits your needs.

For more information and help on choosing between home care or a residential community, talk to any of PresCare‘s team of professionals. They are not just about aged care, they are all about the services that is all about you.