{"id":5426,"date":"2023-05-17T17:06:50","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T22:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.villageshalom.org\/?p=5426"},"modified":"2023-11-21T13:10:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T19:10:46","slug":"best-senior-living-amenities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villageshalom.org\/blog\/best-senior-living-amenities\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Senior Living Amenities to Look For"},"content":{"rendered":"

For the discerning older adult looking for just the right senior living arrangement, there simply is a difference among communities. Almost every senior living community will offer the basic services and amenities: housing, dining, entertainment, senior wellness. But, as in every other aspect of life, there are levels to these senior living amenities, and they vary by community.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to do your research and to tour various communities. Yes, the apartment might have a view, but that view might be of a brick building or parking lot. Their marketing materials may call it a pool, only for you to see for yourself that it\u2019s a glorified hot tub. And dining? You don\u2019t want to wait and discover the quality of the food after you\u2019ve already moved in.<\/p>\n

So, what should a fairly active senior expect when it comes to luxury senior living? We\u2019re so glad you asked!<\/p>\n

Senior Living Amenities<\/b> You Shouldn\u2019t Sacrifice On:<\/b><\/h3>\n

Square Footage that Doesn\u2019t Make You Feel Like a Sardine<\/b><\/h4>\n

Senior living, even the luxury kind, involves downsizing. It\u2019s just a part of the process. You\u2019ve got to lighten your load so you can be free to experience a whole new life. Many older adults opt for two-bedroom floor plans<\/a>, but there is nothing wrong with a one-bedroom. In fact, if you think about the community as your house and yard, your apartment is just your bedroom suite. A place to rest between adventures.<\/p>\n

Picking the right apartment size and floor plan is probably the second most difficult part of moving to a senior living community. The first is downsizing, of course. Look at the square footage as well as luxury finishes.<\/p>\n

Dining Options You Won\u2019t Get Bored With<\/b><\/h4>\n

Food is the great equalizer, isn\u2019t it? After all, we must all eat. And wouldn\u2019t you prefer spending your retirement years in a community that offers not just great-tasting food but multiple dining options?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s no wonder that dining is often one of the first amenities prospective residents ask about. If you\u2019re looking for a luxury senior living environment, make sure the communities you investigate offer a variety of dining options<\/a> from casual to formal and even grab-and-go and bistro fare. You should be able to sample some dishes during your tours. Let your palate be your guide.<\/p>\n

Entertainment that Keeps Your Toe Tapping and Your Mind Engaged<\/b><\/h4>\n

Every senior independent living community<\/a> offers some form of entertainment. Like anything else, there are levels in both type and quality. If you have luxury tastes, look for a community that has a museum-quality art gallery on campus. It should not be stagnant either, offering visiting exhibits from around the country and across the world.<\/p>\n

Other luxury level amenities might include an on-site theater, a well-stocked and updated library, perhaps even a fireside lounge for leisurely conversations, comfortable reading, or quiet contemplation. If you plan to entertain your grand- and great-grandchildren, look for a community that can keep them active and occupied as well.<\/p>\n

Wellness Programs You\u2019ll Actually Want to Participate In<\/b><\/h4>\n

Another amenity every senior living community likes to talk about is their wellness program. Like everything else, these programs<\/a> will vary from one community to the next.<\/p>\n

Does the community have a pool? If so, is it a heated therapeutic pool? Does the community have an on-site barber\/beauty salon? Better yet, is there a day spa that offers manicures, pedicures and even massages?<\/p>\n

Your Retirement Community Should Cater to the Lifestyle You Want<\/b><\/h3>\n

In the middle of the country, there\u2019s a community that offers amenities designed for the retirement lifestyle you deserve. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, Village Shalom is rich with opportunities<\/a> for you to keep learning, growing and building new relationships. If you\u2019re looking for luxury amenities and first-class hospitality, you\u2019ll find it right here. Contact us today to schedule a tour.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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