What is an active adult community?

Active Adult Communities are specifically designed for age qualified, active adults who want to embrace the stress free, turnkey, empty nester lifestyle. Focused on creating a warm, inclusive atmosphere, active adult communities provide state-of-the-art amenities, classes and activities that foster lasting social relationships with peers. You will find fitness, fun and friendship in resort style surroundings. You will not find medical assistance, transportation, or meals but these things can be sourced at an additional fee. Community members want the best of empty nester living, minus the charges for services they do not need.

What are the pros and cons of living in a 55+ community?

The many pros of living in a 55+ community include: Living spaces designed for aging in place with comfort and convenience. A built-in network of like-minded, active adult peers with which to create meaningful social connections. Peace of mind in a secure environment with other community members who support and watch out for each other. Resort worthy amenities that may include state-of-the-art full-service fitness centers, Olympic sized pools, professionally outfitted kitchens for classes and demonstrations, theaters, game rooms and well-manicured outdoor spaces. An unlimited list of opportunities for physical, intellectual, and social enrichment. The best of stress free, turnkey living.

What is Senior Living?

Senior Living is an umbrella term applied to the various different types of communities that cater to older adults.

What is the difference between assisted living, independent living and active senior apartments?

Independent Living: Ironically independent living is for seniors who may need some level of assistance. Services like meals, laundry, linen delivery, maid service, on-site nurse, and planned activities are available as needed or wanted. If a resident needs special care, like an aide to help with daily life, they have to hire from an outside source on their own. Assisted Living: Assisted living may be the right choice for those who need a higher level of support. Assisted living facilities have on-site professionals to help with daily challenges and medical care. Those services are generally included in the overall cost of the facility. Active Adult Living: An active adult community is the gold standard for totally independent active adults seeking to maximize their empty nester chapter. With no hidden charges for services community members do not need, it's a choice that makes sense in terms of both lifestyle and finances.

How do I find the right active adult community for me?

There are important issues to consider when looking for the right community: Where do you want to live? Do you want to stay in your present location or try a new geographical area? Does the community make sense for you financially? Will your pet be welcome? Does the community design and layout meet your expectations? Does the roster of classes, activities and social opportunities accommodate your interests and lifestyle? Now that you have taken a tour, does the community have the right vibe for you?

My loved one is not able to live on their own. What is the best way to start a conversation with them about moving?

Open the communication lines early. Be honest about your concerns. Be sensitive. Be proactive by doing your research first. Be supportive.

How to downsize for a senior living move?

Deal with the clutter a little bit at a time. Set a timer to make sure you don't overdo it. Create a yes, no and maybe pile to decide what is kept, donated or trashed. Get help from family, friends or call in the professionals.

Halloween Movies for Seniors

As summer turns to fall and we begin the countdown to winter, movie nights become a popular way to socialize. Whether you're laughing, shivering with terror, or stumped by a good mystery, movies bring people together. Here are 15 Halloween movies for seniors, ranging from goofy to spooky.

Classic Mystery Movies for Seniors

If you love a good whodunnit, these movies will keep you guessing. And if you’ve already seen them, it’s still fun to watch loved ones try to solve the mystery.

The Thin Man (1934): The first outing of wealthy, witty socialites Nick and Nora Charles, this movie pairs a well-told mystery with some of the best flirtatious banter in all of cinema.
Knives Out (2019): An instant classic, this Agatha Christie-inspired film sees debonair Detective Benoit Blanc (played with glee and an outrageous Foghorn Leghorn accent by Daniel Craig) investigating the murder of Harlan Thrombey, a novelist and head of a secret-ridden, backstabbing family.
The Usual Suspects (1995): If you prefer a crime drama for movie night, this twisty tale of deceit and revenge will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Clue (1985): Based on the iconic board game, this eighties classic features Tim Curry as an over-the-top, campy butler trying to solve a mystery. Or is he?
Presumed Innocent (1990): Harrison Ford investigates a colleague's murder in a tense thriller that ends with a startling twist.

Classic Halloween Movies for Seniors

Get in the Halloween mood with these scary movies.

The Wicker Man (1973): Forget the Nick Cage remake: the original centers on a puritanical police officer searching for a missing girl on a remote Scottish island, a girl the locals insist never existed.
Jaws (1975): The original summer blockbuster, this creature feature owes its longevity as much to its incredible performances as it does to the titular shark.
The Omen (1976): Often imitated, this tale of an American ambassador whose son might be the antichrist is one of the best horror movies ever made.
Arsenic and Old Lace (1944): Prefer dark comedies to horror? This classic tale pits an unwitting Cary Grant against two sweet old ladies who help solve their boarding house tenants’ problems in rather permanent ways.
Seven (1995): A crime thriller in which two detectives hunt a serial killer whose gruesome kills draw inspiration from the seven deadly sins. Not for the faint of heart.

Movie Nights at Overture Communities

Movie nights are a popular activity at Overture active adult apartments, whether you’re enjoying a romantic comedy at home with that special someone or hosting a larger gathering in our private, on-site Community Movie Theaters. So grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and let the movies start!

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