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Discuss Moving to a Senior Community with Your Adult Child
Making the decision to move into an independent or assisted living community is one that should be made with care, and, for some seniors, is a decision that may involve adult children. Take a look at our list of the four most important things to remember when it comes to talking to your family about moving to a senior living community.
Senior living communities have changed. Gone are the days of drab decor and crummy cafeteria food in senior living communities. Seniors are living longer, healthier lives than ever before and because of this, senior living communities have evolved. Robson Reserve at PebbleCreek includes luxuriously appointed residences, resort-style amenities, spectacular cuisine, and promotes an active lifestyle with ongoing life enrichment programs.
Senior living communities are not nursing homes. Senior living communities are distinctly different than nursing homes as they provide extensive recreational activities and offer an environment where residents can thrive through meeting other people with similar interests and participating in social activities. The life enrichment programs at Robson Reserve help seniors achieve their highest level of health with a variety of programs, events, and activities to keep residents active and engaged.
Senior living communities allow for a gradual increase in care. It’s only natural that as we age, our needs for care will change. At Robson Reserve, we offer both independent and assisted living, which provides the services, and care you need today, as well as additional care in the future ranging from supervisory to personal care.
It’s okay to stay independent. Helping your family better understand what a senior community provides can help them understand that while your independence is important, you also value a community of like-minded people without the burdens of homeownership. Independent living at Robson Reserve includes low-maintenance residences and services that allow residents to enjoy an engaged lifestyle.
After discussing a move to a senior community with your family, show them what interests you by scheduling a tour of Robson Reserve at PebbleCreek. Our team can help answer any additional questions your family has and can help make the transition as seamless as possible. For more information about our community or to schedule a tour, visit www.RobsonReserve.com or call 623-440-6800.
Owning a Pet Has Positive Benefits for Seniors
They say a dog is man’s best friend, but as it turns out, they might make even better friends for seniors. According to the Pets for the Elderly Foundation, seniors who owned pets showed signs of better health, including reduced rates of heart disease, lower cholesterol, and reduced blood pressure (particularly in female owners), in addition to a range of mental health benefits.
At Robson Reserve, we pride ourselves in creating an environment where our residents can thrive. This means not only supporting our community members, but their furry friends, too. Not only is our community pet friendly, but we also have a dog park for residents to help keep their dogs social, while they make new friends as well.
A pet provides a constant companion. In a recent study, a majority of seniors rated companionship as one of their top priorities as they age. Although many individuals can find this companionship in social clubs and happy hours, they also desire this companionship at home. This is where a pet can provide companionship and love when they need it most.
Positive physical health benefits. One study noted that seniors with pets actually showed signs of better health. These health benefits included reduced numbers of heart disease, lower cholesterol numbers, and lower blood pressure.
Positive mental health benefits. In addition to physical health, seniors with pets were shown to have a greater chance of positive mental health as well. These included increased feelings of happiness and overall well-being in addition to lower reported rates of anxiety and depression.
Encourages activity in seniors. Just like humans, pets need exercise and socialization, too. Because of this, seniors with pets are more likely to be active, which could contribute to both the positive physical and mental health benefits.
Offers security to owners. Seniors also noted that a feeling of safety was increasingly important as they age. Most pets, whether through their protective nature or their sounding alarm, made seniors feel like they had additional protection, especially if they lived alone.
So, whether you’re a dog person, a cat person, or a person who prefers a whole other animal completely, it turns out owning a pet has positive benefits for seniors. For more information about our dog park, or any of the other incredible amenities offered at Robson Reserve, visit www.RobsonReserve.com or call 623-440-6800.