6 ways seniors can be more independent in a retirement community
If you’re still in your home thinking you’ll stay put and be more independent, that might not be the case. Retirement living has a built-in social network and sense of community that positively contributes to one’s happiness and quality of life. Treemont can offer a life of less worry that can ultimately bring seniors more independence and their families’ peace of mind.
1. Cost savings. Homeownership can be expensive, even when the mortgage is paid off. A retirement community means not having to deal with rising property taxes, insurance, utility bills, and maintenance.
Treemont’s single, low allinclusive cost includes a private one-bedroom apartment, chefprepared meals, transportation, housekeeping, utilities and entertainment.
“After you add up everything that’s included, it usually more economical to live in a retirement community,” says Treemont owner Lisa Witt.
2. Having people they can trust. A key variable is staff longevity and a stellar reputation. If staff have been there a long time, it allows residents to interact with the same friendly faces regularly.
“We don’t have a whole lot of turnover,” says executive director Rachel Unverzagt about the Treemont staff. “People love working here, which makes people love living here. It’s a great place, and they trust us.”
3. Social engagement. Witt paraphrases a recent TikTok: “If you want to live to be 100 years of age, make sure you spend lots of time interacting with other people on a day-to-day basis.” First and foremost, a great retirement community should be a social setting.
4. Activities to keep you busy. A key part of promoting social engagement is having numerous activities daily to keep life fun, and promote physical exercise and mental stimulation.
“There needs to be a built-in social aspect to senior living and that starts with activities,” Unverzagt
says.
5. A sense of community. Retirement living always makes residents so happy due to the sense of community. Unverzagt says every night you can spot a group of 10 sisterly friends playing simultaneous games of Rummikub.
6. Less worry. As one ages, seniors often are ready to chuck the chores of mowing the lawn, doing home repairs, and weekly housekeeping. Seniors are free to travel and not have to worry about a pipe bursting or a leaky roof.
For more, call 713.783.6820 or click www.Treemont.com. Treemont is at 2501 Westerland Drive in the Memorial area.