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Independent living is a term given to senior citizens who choose to “age in place,” remaining in their own home or a retirement apartment community. It’s a time when many seniors decide to travel or volunteer while maintaining an active lifestyle. The guide below highlights some of the options seniors have as well as the benefits of independent apartment living.

A Guide to Independent Living in an Apartment Community

What Is Independent Living?

Apartment CommunityAs people age and become seniors, illness can become a limiting factor that affects their general quality of life. They may not be able to live independently in their home without some risk, so they move to an assisted living facility where they will have access to round-the-clock medical care and a staff that provides meals, transportation, and other services.

Independent living, on the other hand, is a status for seniors who can care for themselves and don’t require medical assistance. Many active and independent seniors opt to move to an apartment community among their peers that caters to their independence while offering convenient access to local amenities.

What Is the Right Community for You?

If you are active and comfortable living alone or together with your aging partner, a senior apartment community may be right for you. Maintaining a private life and providing personal physical care are important to many retirees, so it’s beneficial to remain independent as long as it is in your best interest to do so. Paring down your expenses and moving to an affordable senior apartment is often the best way to transition after retirement while remaining active.

 

If you’re looking for a safe and comfortable apartment community for seniors, contact Murphy Properties. With locations in New London County, CT, and Washington County, RI, their rental properties offer the independence you want with the convenience of nearby shopping centers, dining, and entertainment. For adults 55 and older, their Granite Hills Apartments are perfect for active seniors. To learn more about renting an apartment, call (860) 599-1980 today or visit their website for more information.

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