After years of responsibilities, older adults often begin exploring options for an easier yet fulfilling lifestyle. Frequently, one consideration is moving into an independent living community.
However, a better understanding may be needed regarding the types of senior living available and whether services or amenities are included.
Independent living is one of the four broad categories of senior living; the others are assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The following information can provide guidance to the options available in an independent living community.
What Is Independent Living?
When the question is “what is independent living,” the answer might be, “it depends.”
Not all independent living communities are alike, and the differences are well worth distinguishing. One definition of independent living can include remaining in your existing home where you will be responsible for arranging your own activities, dining, social interactions and maintenance.
Another answer might mean enjoying the activities and social events at a community but acknowledging that if your health care or personal needs change, you will have to move again to receive assistance.
The third type of independent living provides a home with first-class amenities but is licensed to offer assistance if they become needed. This brings reassurance to residents that there is a plan in place so they can stay in their community.
Download our complimentary guide Staying Home vs. Senior Living.
What Does Independent Living Mean to You?
The phrase independent living might also be referred to by different names. You may see terms that include retirement community, 55+ community, or active adult community. In general, these communities are all restricted to adults over a certain age who do not require health care services or assistance with basic daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing or grooming.
The worry-free communities may provide one or more of the following: an activities schedule, dining options, fitness classes, scheduled transportation, and safety and security features. When considering the type of independent living that would fit best with your lifestyle, you’ll want to verify available services and programs. Asking the following questions at a specific community can help:
- What type of residences are available?
- What amenities and activities are included for the residents?
- What are the dining options available on-site?
- Is there a fitness center or classes to help achieve wellness goals?
- Is the community licensed to provide assisted living services if needed?
- Do residents relocate to a different community if assistance becomes necessary due to health care changes?
What Is Independent Living at Tenfold’s Prairie City Landing?
Although our independent living community is designed to support self-reliant adults, we recognize it’s not uncommon to need a helping hand as we grow older. We are licensed to offer assisted living services in the resident’s apartment if health or personal needs change.
This eliminates having to start over in a new community, make new friends and become familiar with a new staff and programs. Residents at Prairie City Landing appreciate the reassurance – and convenience – of knowing they won’t need to pack up and move again.
A Genuine Home
We offer beautiful – and customizable – apartments that are designed for a resident’s preferred lifestyle. Not only are the homes accessible, but they are also large enough for full-sized sectionals, dining room tables and washers and dryers.
Engaging Activities and Amenities
You’ll discover how we think outside of the box when creating opportunities to participate and engage with others. And we love suggestions from our residents. We also encourage activities that involve the whole family.
Meaningful Friendships
Relationships make all the difference in quality of life and our residents quickly discover how easy it is to meet others at activities, social events or at one of our Happy Hours. At Prairie City Landing, friendships come naturally.
Choice of Three Dining Venues
Prairie City Landing believes in providing choices and then stepping back so our residents can create the lifestyle of their dreams. Our dining options include three separate venues so residents can always find what suits their mood.
Assistance When Needed
One of the most valuable benefits you’ll discover at Prairie City Landing is that our community is licensed. What does that mean to our independent living residents? They are supported when they may need a helping hand. Services are delivered to their apartment so they don’t have to leave the familiarity of home and friends.
Discover Life at Tenfold’s Prairie City Landing
We created Prairie City Landing to support our residents to live their best lives possible. Our community’s design, residences, activities and amenities are all focused on helping to connect, engage and create an enriched life.
If you’re searching for senior living that is different from the rest, we hope you will consider Tenfold’s Prairie City Landing. We invite you to download our complimentary guide Staying Home vs. Senior Living. Contact us to speak to an advisor, or schedule your tour of Prairie City Landing today to experience senior living and our community for yourself.
