Retirement community
Retirement community
A retirement community is a residential community or housing complex designed for older adults who are generally able to care for themselves; however, assistance from home care agencies is allowed in some communities, and activities and socialization opportunities are often provided.[1]
Types of Retirement Communities[edit | edit source]
There are several types of retirement communities, including:
- Active adult communities: These communities are designed for adults who are still active and healthy. They often include amenities like golf courses, clubhouses, and fitness centers.
- Assisted living communities: These communities provide assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
- Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs): These communities offer a continuum of care from independent living to nursing home care in one location.
- Nursing homes: These communities provide 24-hour nursing care for those who need it.
Benefits of Retirement Communities[edit | edit source]
Retirement communities offer several benefits, including:
- Socialization: Retirement communities often offer activities and events that promote social interaction.
- Safety: Many retirement communities have security measures in place to ensure the safety of their residents.
- Maintenance-free living: In a retirement community, residents typically do not have to worry about home maintenance or yard work.
Drawbacks of Retirement Communities[edit | edit source]
Despite the benefits, there are also some drawbacks to living in a retirement community:
- Cost: Retirement communities can be expensive, and not all costs are covered by insurance.
- Lack of privacy: Some people may feel that they have less privacy in a retirement community than they would in their own home.
- Limited control: Residents of retirement communities often have less control over their living situation than they would in their own home.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Retirement Community". Retrieved 2021-09-30.
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