If your childhood memories include a regular Saturday night babysitter, you’re not alone. Your parents worked hard all week, balancing the demands of work, home, and the endless schlepping of you and your siblings. Saturday night was their time to cut loose with their friends. It was their secret, grownup world. You were not invited.
You may have resented it then. But you sure get it now.
Your parents’ social life was important then and it is even more important now. In fact, at this stage of life, interacting with peers is critical to health and wellbeing.
Studies show that seniors who maintain an active social life have:
- A decreased risk of depression and dementia.
- Improved cognitive function.
- Better physical health.
- Overall enhanced quality of life.
Your parents’ version of “partying” may have evolved somewhat, but the need for social interaction remains the same. Regular dinners with friends, nights of cards or movies, or even babysitting the grandkids are the social fuel that will keep your parents firing on all cylinders.
That sounds simple enough - if your parents have access to people and activities. What if you live out of town and hanging out with the grandkids is not usually an option? What if the old neighborhood has changed and the neighbors who used to drop by are gone? What if old friends have given up their family homes to move to active adult communities in warmer climates?
You want your parents to stay vital and engaged. You also want them to jettison the family home that has become an endless money pit. Supporting your aging parents means it’s time for a gentle nudge toward community living. It’s not easy to detach from the house that holds your childhood memories. But once they see how enthusiastic you are about their journey forward, they may surprise you with their own excitement. The prospect of joining a whole new community of potential friends may be just what it takes to get that for sale sign out.
Overture’s premier senior apartment communities are purposefully designed to provide unlimited opportunities for social interaction and the amenities in which to enjoy them.
Dedicated Spaces
Overture properties have dedicated spaces like theaters, card and activity rooms, demo kitchens for cooking classes, state-of-the-art gyms, and Olympic sized pools.
Vast and Varied Activities
At Overture, the only issue facing your parents will be finding enough hours in the day to pursue all their interests. Daily schedules are filled with fitness classes, continuing education, card games, and of course happy hours to properly celebrate the events of the day.
Join the Club
The Overture community offers opportunities to be involved with friends who have mutual interests. Whether your parents are avid walkers, readers, history buffs or techies, they will find a place to belong.
Upscale Apartments
Overture apartments are designed specifically for senior safety, comfort, and socializing. Living spaces are perfect for intimate dinner parties and casual get togethers. Nothing to do on a Tuesday? Invite a few neighbors over, break out the popcorn and voila! It’s movie night!
Inclusive Atmosphere
The best part of the Overture magic is its welcoming, inclusive spirit. Think of Overture as the antidote to loneliness. Your parents can have as much privacy as they want, but they never have to feel alone.
Book a tour with your parents at the destination of their choice today. Their soon to be new friends are already living it up. Time for them to join the party.
The good news: They will embrace their active new social life.
The bad news: You may have to find a new babysitter.