Retirement communities are one of the many options available to seniors. They are for the most part aimed at elderly people who are no longer working or have certain limitations once they hit a certain age. They are different than retirement homes. These are either small complexes or single buildings. There are no designated areas for socializing among other senior citizens.
Retirement communities are designed for senior citizens and offer many perks such as golf courses, adult retail shops as well as medical facilities. Not all have these features, but many do. Most communities have set age restrictions from 50 and older.
These communities are divided into three separate categories that include:
* Active/Supportive - these combine both medical facilities as well as residential units
* Supportive - these are long-term units that include nursing homes
* Active - units are residential - there are no medical facilities
Benefits of Retirement Communities
People are now living longer lives than what they were in the past. People are living healthier lifestyles and there are many retired senior citizens that are deciding to live in communities where other seniors are living. Seniors tend to look out for one another and do many activities together. Retirement communities can offer many benefits to seniors.
No Loud Noise
Many retirement communities are aimed at a certain age range. This allows for elderly to enjoy a quiet community with no loud children or teens. Seniors can enjoy a peaceful and rather fulfilling lifestyle. Social events are arranged in dedicated areas inside the community allowing for them to socialize with other seniors.
Social Activities
The elderly tend to stick together and like to socialize. Many communities nowadays are geared to providing many activities for seniors to take part in. Activities can include movie night, bingo night, game night, dances, holiday events, and much more. Many are now equipped with saunas and swimming pools to allow retirees to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Security
When people get to a certain age, safety becomes a priority. Retirement communities can offer security as many and most all of them are gated and require a code to enter. This can help seniors to feel more at ease and comfortable allowing them to live a normal and happy life in their golden years.
