Social life thrives in senior living thanks to a full calendar of fun activities, shared common spaces and amenities, and opportunities to dine and spend time with other senior residents.
According to the University of Michigan, one out of three seniors reports that they suffer from feelings of loneliness as they age. Making efforts to be more social can go a long way toward helping a senior feel happier. Moving into senior living in Bakersfield, CA, located about 100 miles northwest of Los Angeles, is one of the best ways to boost social interaction as a senior.
The term "senior living" typically refers to various types of senior community living options that are meant for seniors who are 55 years of age or older. Under this umbrella term are several types of living arrangements that are suitable for seniors with various levels of need and interests.
Independent living, for example, is a type of senior living option that is meant for seniors who are active and are capable of taking care of themselves but wish to live a maintenance-free lifestyle and gain access to convenient services, amenities, activities, and senior apartments.
Making the switch to a senior living option can help improve a senior's life, giving them peace of mind and helping them live a more stress-free lifestyle.
Independent living includes a lot and provides a lot of value to seniors, although quality varies, and not all communities provide as much as Columbus Estates. Here are just a few of the great things that seniors in this type of community life can get access to once they make the move:
Seniors get more than just a new home when they move into an independent living community during retirement. They get a whole new way of life that is fun and filled with social opportunities. Here are some of the ways that seniors go about building bonds and making friends in IL.
One of the best ways to socialize with neighbors in Columbus Estates in CA is to take part in fun activities. With a full activities calendar, seniors can try new hobbies and explore their interests.
Not only can activities such as yoga, book clubs, and art classes be enriching on their own, but doing them alongside other senior residents can make them even more enjoyable. Participating in these activities is a stress-free way to get to know new people and maintain existing relationships with other residents.
There are also great amenities and common spaces to make use of in an independent living community such as Columbus Estates. When spending time making use of these amenities and spaces, it's easy to make a friend and get to know other senior residents.
You're likely to have plenty of stimulating conversations when in a lounge area, sitting by the community fireplace, visiting the country store, or making use of the large screen TV lounge.
When enjoying three homestyle meals per day and making use of the bistro area, you'll have plenty of opportunities to talk to others and build senior social connection.
Sharing meals is a great way to relax and get to know neighbors. Doing so can go a long way toward helping you feel the benefits of staying social as you age.
Seniors make some common mistakes when planning for retirement. One of the biggest mistakes retirees make is failing to save enough money to meet all of their needs.
It's important for seniors to know what they're getting into and to calculate their needs carefully, taking inflation and potential healthcare needs into consideration. A few other mistakes that seniors make when planning for retirement include:
People pay for senior living in a variety of different ways. Some common ways that a senior will pay for living in a senior living community include using:
While the costs of senior living can be high, the benefits are also impressive. With the included amenities, activities, and meals, as well as through streamlining bills, many seniors find that the switch to senior living is well worth it.
Mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and loneliness are common in the elderly. Loneliness can be brought on in a variety of ways.
The death of a spouse or the loss of a loved one is one common cause. Other seniors have declining health or financial hardships that make it more difficult for them to maintain social ties. Seniors who live alone, particularly those in rural areas, may have a difficult time staying social and may begin to suffer from loneliness as a result.
Taking steps to socialize more and build more connections can be a great move for reducing loneliness.
Socializing and forming strong bonds are a must for seniors who want to live a healthy and happy life. With a full calendar of fun activities, shared common spaces and amenities, and opportunities to dine and spend time with other seniors, moving into senior living in Bakersfield, CA can be a great decision for retirement engagement.
With amenities including a professional salon and barber shop, a large screen TV lounge, a community fireplace, a bistro area, and a library, seniors find a lot to love at Columbus Estates. Consider a move to our senior community if you want to live an active and social life as an elderly adult. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more about what we have to offer seniors in Bakersfield, CA.