If there is one thing that we have learned from last year it’s that life is full of uncertainty. One group that has been significantly impacted by the Covid pandemic is seniors who are more isolated and fearful of how an illness could impact their loved ones’ lives. For many, it’s a good time to reflect on their current living situation and learn more about senior living in Los Angeles.
5 Benefits of Senior Living
1. A Lifestyle That Fits You
If you wait until you have to move to senior living, you may not have enough time to do your research and select the ideal community for your lifestyle. By planning ahead while you are active and healthy you are in control.
2. More Quality Time
Ditch the to-do list and spend your free time taking advantage of all of the amenities and activities that senior living has to offer.
3. Maintenance-free Lifestyle
Your health, safety, and security are completely taken care of. Plus, no more cooking, cleaning, and home repair. A maintenance-free lifestyle means having more quality time with the ones you love.
4. Peace of Mind
You may be active and healthy now but what about in the future? When you move to senior living you know your health needs will always be met and you will be able to age in place comfortably.
5. Health and Wellbeing
Well-balanced and nutritious meals and community safety protocols help keep you healthy. And, if your health needs do change in the future, you have immediate access to the care you need, right where you live.
Moving Sooner is Better
Some retirees think they won’t move to senior living until it’s absolutely necessary. The problem with this type of thinking is that senior living somehow becomes a “bad” thing that should be avoided. Unfortunately, that means that moving later in life due to changing health circumstances can make the move more stressful for everyone involved.
In reality, many retirees move to senior living when they are healthy, active, and independent simply so they can stop worrying about cooking, cleaning, and home repair, and start spending more time doing the things they enjoy doing. While on the flip side, seniors who moved later in life often say they wish they had moved sooner than they did. The reason why is because, thanks to the boomers, today’s senior living is centered around a variety of programs and activities that let seniors live life to its fullest.
Getting From Uncertainty to Peace of Mind
A recent Stanford University study on aging found that while many seniors think they will be able to live in their home as they age only 1 in 5 will actually do so. But, while becoming more educated just makes sense, it can be confusing to know where to start.
At the Passaro Group, we make senior living easy to understand.
Contact us at 310-428-8221 and we will be happy to guide you through the entire process – all at no cost to you.
What is Assisted Living?
Assisted living lies between independent living and full-time nursing care. Assisted living offers a safe, stress-free lifestyle and assistance and help with activities of daily living (ADLs).
When to Consider Assisted Living
Isolation or Loneliness
Assisted living connects people with similar interests and helps them be more socially active.
Fall or Accident Risks
Assisted living provides a safe environment with attendants who can respond quickly to any accidents.
Too Much Home Maintenance
Assisted living means living a much more maintenance-free lifestyle.
Transportation Issues
Assisted living typically offers transportation services that make it easy for residents to get around safely.
Poor Nutrition
Assisted living offers regular nutritious, well-balanced meals and snacks to keep residents at their optimal health.
