Watching your parents age is often difficult for adult children, especially when physical or mental health concerns are a concern. Senior living apartments like Overture Apartments have become increasingly popular for adults 55+ for their amenities, sense of community, and ability to offer safe, independent living. Still, plenty of misconceptions about senior living communities remain, and they can interfere with an adult child’s ability to make informed decisions about a parent’s living conditions. We hope this article will help you make the best possible decision for your parents.
What are Senior Living Communities?
Senior living apartments bring adults 55+ together in a tight-knit community. At Overture, we offer three distinct senior housing communities:
- 55+ Active Living Communities are for independent seniors who want their own space with access to resort-style amenities and activities.
- Independent Living is for seniors who can still live independently but enjoy access to assistance when needed. Such communities include care for parents with dementia or mobility concerns, and include dining facilities, medical care, housekeeping, and other services designed to improve quality of life.
- Assisted Living includes a wide range of facilities and amenities for those needing personalized support services, and contains everything from assistance with daily tasks to Memory Care and 24-hour nursing care.
Senior Living Prioritizes Safety and Well-Being
It’s understandable if you worry about a senior parent’s safety. So do we. Overture Apartments offer state-of-the-art safety features, including onsite security, accessibility features such as handrails and emergency alerts, and attentive, trained staff.
Senior Communities Improve Mental Health
Loneliness and depression are common issues for seniors, especially for those who have lost loved ones or who deal with health issues or dementia. Our communities encourage social interaction through dining opportunities, group activities, and special events. Being surrounded by peers who share life experiences reduces feelings of isolation and encourages new and lasting friendships.
Common Misconceptions About Senior Living Communities
Senior living apartments are just like nursing homes
One trip to an Overture senior apartment community will dispel this myth. Our senior communities are vibrant, independent-minded, and living their best lives. Our 55+ apartments offer fully outfitted gourmet kitchens and exceptional design. Swimming pools, fitness centers, and an ever-changing schedule of activities and outings add even more value and chances to get out and socialize.
Seniors will lose their autonomy
Absolutely not! We ensure our residents live as independently as possible, including those in memory care or requiring 24-hour nursing support.
Senior living is expensive
Senior living is affordable compared to homeownership, even when people own their homes outright. Your parents won’t need to worry about home insurance, taxes, upkeep and maintenance, or utilities.
My parent will be lonely
We have no idea where this misconception comes from. Residents of our senior apartments have access to a thriving community, with ample opportunities to make new friends and engage in hobbies and activities. Most of our residents have wonderfully busy schedules.
How Do I Talk to My Parents About Senior Communities?
While many of our residents choose to live independently in a senior living facility, we understand that others may resist the idea. We recommend opening lines of communication early and being honest about your concerns. Be sensitive and supportive; you may need to give your loved one time to get used to the idea.
Use our Find Your Home feature to explore possible accommodations, and reach out to arrange a tour of one of our facilities. Seeing our apartments and talking to residents often helps parents decide to join a senior apartment community. Just be prepared. Once your loved one gets involved with our communities, you may need to arrange visits around their busy schedule!