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COMMUNITY LIVING
Explore the possibilities of Community Life
Each senior community has its own culture thriving within it.
Go on a tour, meet the people, check out the programs, and find your groove.
Explore Senior Communities
Just a smidge of fine print, for good time's sake...
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Some of these communities are for 60+ and 62+. Just like at the theme parks, you gotta make sure you're old enough to enjoy the ride!
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Finding YOUR perfect community can be a bit like hunting for hidden treasure. Often, simply locating the communities and figuring out what services they offer is a big challenge. But don’t worry; we’ve done a lot of the heavy lifting for you. That said, we might have missed a gem or two... feel free to email us and let us know if we did!
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The categories in this guide are how we at Explore Senior Culture define them. As senior living evolves (and boy is it evolving!) these definitions might too. Remember, others might see things a little differently, and you’ll likely notice some overlap between categories. This guide is...well, a guide... but nothing beats a personal visit. Think of it like College 2.0 — tour the campus, meet the neighbors, taste the cuisine, and most importantly...Explore!
PRO TIP: Call ahead to double-check the details and book a tour. And hey, if you let them know Explore Senior Culture sent you, we’ll be doing a little happy dance!
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55+ Active Communities are filled with people who are on the move, playing sports, traveling, and enjoying their retirement years to the fullest.
These neighborhoods offer cruise-ship, resort-like amenities. The focus is on an active, social, low-maintenance lifestyle. They consist of single-family homes, duplexes, condos or apartments. They can be for rent or own, depending on the community.
You will see a lot of people golfing, playing pickleball, joining live music events, and having an abundance of hobbies and classes available.
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55+ Communities are designed to offer a supportive, mature environment where you’re surrounded by neighbors who share similar life stages and experiences. These communities provide a sense of connection and belonging while keeping cost low with fewer, if any, amenities.
Life here is quieter here, with a focus on simplicity and living life at your own speed.
55+ communities often consist of single-family homes, condos, or apartments in age-restricted neighborhoods. Each community has its own unique culture, with some offering serene, quiet living, while others may have social gatherings like potlucks, hobby clubs, and game nights.
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55+ Affordable Housing Communities are government-subsidized housing programs that aim to provide a supportive environment tailored to seniors while keeping costs manageable.
These communities are administered by HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) and require an application process with income verification to determine eligibility.
There is often a long waitlist for affordable housing and it can be quite a process to get on the list.If you think this might be something you are interested in over the next five years, we recomend that you get your name on the list of your preferred communities as soon as possible.
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Independent Living Communities are vibrant, social environments that come with all the bells and whistles! Think fine dining, live music, housekeeping, transportation, and so much more. There is an abundance of opportunities to learn, connect, exercise, and engage in activities you love—or discover new ones!
These communities often consist of apartments or condos, and some also offer individual houses, cottages or duplexes.
You’ll find private outdoor spaces so you can enjoy coffee on your own porch, and pets are almost always welcomed here!
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Assisted Living Communities are designed for seniors who still maintain a degree of independence but may benefit from some extra help with daily activities such as medication management, dressing, or bathing. These communities typically do not provide full-time medical care but offer supportive services tailored to the unique needs of each resident.
Assisted living often has a focus on social engagement, offering amenities such as fitness classes, live music, transportation, events, and a calendar filled with opportunities to learn and try new things.
Residents have private apartments with kitchenettes instead of full kitchens for safety and to encourage communal dining and social interaction.
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Memory Care Communities are licensed communities with highly specialized staff and environments designed for advanced levels of care to accommodate residents with varying stages of dementia.
Mental stimulation and engagement are a big focus here!
These communities feature higher staff-to-resident ratios, secure and safe walking areas for those who love to wander, mood lighting for sundowning, and wider hallways and common areas to encourage social interaction.
Meal programs are customized for each resident’s dietary needs and restrictions.
Activity calendars focus on daily mental stimulation. It’s crucial that people with dementia have regular opportunities to engage in physical movement, creative art projects, music, and social interactions.
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(Board & Care, and Skilled Nursing are coming soon, so stay tuned!)