Sabtu, 01 Maret 2014

Tips On Choosing Maine Retirement Communities

By Charmaine Foreman


There are many options available for seniors who want to move to a retirement community. Some seniors can choose a community based on their needs, while others can choose one based on their preferences only. Examples of retirement communities include assisted living, Alzheimer care, active adult, continuing care and independent living communities.

There are many benefits of living in a retirement community. One of them is the safety associated with living in such facilities. Most Maine retirement communities have security personnel. They also install monitoring devices like closed circuit television cameras in public places to ensure that residents are not victimized by unscrupulous individuals.

Companionship is the other advantage of living in senior apartments. You will meet other seniors whose preferences are similar to yours. You will also get to socialize with people who share your interests. Senior housing facilities also offer a wide range of amenities which you may not enjoy if you choose to live in your own home. You will also have an opportunity to take part in events and activities that encourage you to socialize.

When living in a retirement home, you will not have to drive long distances to get necessary items. In most homes, there are stores that meet the needs of residents. Pharmacies and grocery shops located close to such facilities also provide residents with delivery services. As you choose a senior housing facility, it is important to consider a few things.

Start by considering the location of the retirement home. If you have children, you can opt to reside in a community that is not too far away from where they live so that they can visit you any time they want. Another thing to consider is your health. If you are suffering from an ailment that requires regular medical care, it is wise to move to a facility that has physicians who can offer the assistance you need.

Seniors who anticipate that their health or that of their spouse may deteriorate in the future can consider moving to continuing care retirement homes. These facilities provide various types of senior care from nursing home care to independent living in the same community. If a resident starts needing help with completing activities of daily living, he or she can be transferred to a skilled nursing or assisted living facility in the same community.

If your income is fixed, you should consider whether the fees that the facility you want to move to is charging correspond to your income. You should also consider the activities you can engage in. If you are physically active, you should opt for a community that has swimming pools, golf courses, tennis courts and fitness centers. The facility should also be able to sponsor outings and other planned activities that you are interested in.

It is also important to consider if the staff members in a particular community are friendly. Seniors can speak to staff members and the residents of the community they want to join to find out about the willingness of staff members to assist residents. Moving to a retirement community can be stressful but it can open up a new chapter that is full of new friendships, interests and new experiences in the life of a person.




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