Safety is one of the most vexing problems for families with seniors living at home. As age slows a loved one down, safety can become a real concern and one that isn’t easily solved without 24/7 oversight. For many the best way to resolve safety issues is to move to a community where senior living safety is a priority.
Community-wide safety
Top luxury senior living communities like The Lodge at Stephens Lake make the entire community safe for residents through a variety of measures. First of all, common areas are spacious and well-lit to minimize fall risks and allow for ease of use even for those with walkers or wheelchairs. Residents also can easily move about the community thanks to wide doorways and halls, accessible entrances/exits free from steps or stairs, and well-maintained outdoor areas for relaxing, walking, and playing.
As noted in our blog, “Is Assisted Living Right for You? 5 Senior Living Questions to Ask Yourself,” senior living safety within apartments also includes measures like raised toilets, grab bars, and lever handles on faucets and doors. Best of all is the emergency alert system for added protection.
The right kind of care
Senior living safety is also provided through personalized care plans that support independence and help residents stay at the top of their game. Whether that means help dressing or bathing, medication management, or just assistance getting around, residents get all the hands-on help they need to enjoy the highest quality of life.
In memory care getting the exact level of care needed is also a big part of senior living safety. While some seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease maintain good physical health others need more support to remain safe. Our blog, “What Is Memory Care?” looks at all the ways senior living safety is built into memory care from care with compassion to engaging activities and therapies to outstanding nutrition and constant security and oversight.
Emphasis on wellness
Every senior is safer if they can stay physically strong and active so another way senior living safety is addressed is by providing a variety of options for staying fit and engaged, physically as well as mentally. For example, in our blog, “Sneak Peek: See How Senior Living Residents Spend Their Day,” we look at some of the possibilities like regular and fun exercise classes, joining friends for a brisk daily walk, taking up a new hobby or enjoying arts and crafts, or going out on group excursions to shop, visit local venues or enjoy a meal out on the town.
It’s important to note that in memory care residents have an equally diverse range of healthy options similar to those of independent and assisted living but with a heightened level of oversight. Memory care residents can also receive dementia-specific therapies on-site which can help minimize the difficult symptoms of dementia and increase independence within the boundaries provided by senior living safety and security.
Excellent nutrition
Health and safety aren’t possible without great nutrition so this aspect of senior living safety has been elevated in top senior living communities like The Lodge at Stephens Lake. Just as the community is built for luxury living, meals are on par with great restaurants with added attention to the dietary needs of seniors.
As explained in our blog, “How Assisted Living Improves Quality of Life,” the emphasis on excellent nutrition is a cornerstone of senior living safety. Amazing chef-prepared meals offer diverse menus, and residents enjoy all the benefits of eating with friends rather than alone at home with hands-on help for those who need it.
A fulfilling lifestyle
One of the greatest aspects of senior living safety can be found in how senior living communities support residents in reaching the goals that make life fulfilling. Having true support from a caring community of staff and friends can help residents raise their own bar to achieve more in their second act through activities like volunteering, life-long learning, and travel. Just the freedom to grow makes senior living an excellent choice for seniors who want the most from life while enjoying all the benefits senior living safety provides. Learn more in our blog, “What Is Independent Living?”
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