Independent Living

Independent living communities also known as active adult, 55+, 62+, senior living, or retirement communities offer healthy seniors the freedom to maintain a recreational and social lifestyle with the added convenience of some services such as housekeeping, prepared meals and transportation.

The average age of seniors in these communities is 74-75 years old, and living options vary from private homes and cottages to apartments and suites. Residents enjoy the assurance of 24-hour security and staff availability if assistance is needed.

The main distinction between independent living and other types of senior living is that the focus is not on providing regular medical care or help with activities of daily living like bathing and dressing, although some facilities do have onsite assisted living and medical staff to step in as needed. This emphasis on maintaining independence makes it a great choice for self-reliant seniors who desire community living, but do not currently need daily access to nursing staff or personal care assistance.