According to recent Merck research, approximately 28% of United States’ active older adults in the 65+ bracket are single.
Having an active social lifestyle in retirement is a natural thing for a single active older adult, no matter how old they are. Senior living communities are growing in popularity because of this factor. From exercising in the morning to meeting new neighbors who share your interests, independent living communities offer myriad benefits for single retirees.
Keep reading to learn all about why senior living communities are great for single active older adults.
Living Maintenance-Free
If you have to stay on top of all the duties of home maintenance as a single active older adult, it can be hard to find time to date or pursue your interests.
But you won’t need to worry about cleaning your home, maintaining your lawn or repairing your apartment home if you move to an independent living community.
Chefs also prepare fresh meals for retirees in most senior living communities, so you don’t have to worry about that either. If you don’t have to worry about cooking and cleaning, you’ll have more time to spend with your neighbors, explore the community or pursue your hobbies.
Connecting Meaningfully with New People
The key to a fulfilling retirement is to maintain a variety of social connections. There is no reason to fear making a big life change when you live in a senior living community. They’re often bustling with friendly residents who would like to help you settle in and feel at home.
For older singles, independent living communities can be compared to college campuses. Building a strong social foundation can open up many opportunities for meeting new people. If you live in an independent living community, you won’t have to plan trips to meet your friends because many of them will be closer than ever!
Modern Apartment Home Accommodations
Whether you are a single retiree seeking a more engaging retirement lifestyle or you are looking for senior living communities with an array of floor plans, there’s something for you at The Estates at Carpenters.
Our studio floor plan, the Aspen, is ideal for single active older adults. You’ll be surprised at how closely the cost of senior living matches your current lifestyle once you factor in costs such as utilities, home maintenance and yard care. You’ll also be able to free up some space inside your home by downsizing into a senior living apartment home.
Meet Lovely New People and Let the Sparks Fly
The transition to a senior living community can help you meet someone special if you’re single and hope to meet someone special. With independent living communities, you can do everything from taking fitness classes to sharing meals with your neighbors. Getting to know prospective partners in a group setting is one of the benefits of meeting people at senior living events and activities.
As a single, active older adult, you’re looking for a place where you can build new bonds and enjoy your life to the fullest. Here at the Estates, we offer the ideal setting for an independent and engaging lifestyle. You’ll be supported by our world-class team to pursue a beautiful retirement full of activity, learning and convenience.
How We Care for You
The Estates at Carpenters is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) specializing in living independently, assisted living, skilled nursing care or rehabilitation. We offer a unique advantage to Lakeland and surrounding Winter Haven, Florida, area retirees. Come visit our community near the renowned Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center.