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Benefits of Independent Living vs Staying at Home.

Healthy aging is on the rise and people are enjoying active lifestyles surrounded by like-minded people in senior living community settings. This means Independent Living is becoming a more appealing option than ever before.

Independent Living offers the best of both worlds. You have the privacy of your own comfortable apartment and the opportunity to create a rich social life. A maintenance-free lifestyle offers time to focus on you. Chef-prepared meals are enjoyed in a dining room with friends. There are a variety of engaging activities and resort-style amenities, and the convenience of scheduled transportation to appointments and services, such as housekeeping and laundry.

Communities like American House get creative with festive events and entertainment, outings such as cruises and shopping trips plus food and programming with a focus on wellness. With the availability of this highly social option, it’s a wonder anyone would choose to stay in their home alone!

Here are some things to consider as you plan how your story will continue:

Living in your house: vs. Independent Living:
Cooking and baking Hot, chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style
Cleaning; vacuuming, dusting, mopping Regular housekeeping
Driving or getting rides to appointment Onsite transportation
Washing and drying clothes Laundry service
Driving to Senior Center for activities Robust calendar of engaging activities
Locking doors and hoping for the best Secure surroundings with 24/7 onsite team
Falling or accident concerns Surrounded by a dedicated care team
Lack of companionship Being able to step outside your apartment and socialize

Contemplating any move takes time and research. Visit communities in your area, attend events and talk with residents. You’ll likely hear relocating to a senior community is one of the best decisions they’ve ever made.

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American House Senior Living

American House Senior Living has been helping residents add to their life stories since 1979. Start your next chapter where new experiences happen daily, and new friends are ready to be made.

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