The transition to a senior living community is wonderful from a functional standpoint. However, myths about these communities make the mental transition more difficult. Seniors may feel like it is an admission of incompetence or indicative of cognitive decline.
Although age often comes with its fair share of inconveniences, many modern seniors are choosing senior living communities for their convenience, simplicity, and luxurious amenities. They are free to live their golden years without the responsibilities and loneliness that often accompany traditional home life.
Myths About Senior Living Communities
They’re only for old and frail people
Many residents in independent living communities are living active lives full of normal activities and recreation. At Summit Pointe Senior Living, you can enjoy onsite recreational activities such as those available in our pool table and game space, or you can get manicures and pedicures from our on-site beauty shop. The grounds are beautiful to enjoy from front and back patios or while on a morning walk. We also provide independent and group exercise activities, so seniors can maintain their active lives. These activities are convenient and accessible even if mobility becomes a challenge. Summit Pointe Senior Living also provides numerous opportunities to stay connected within the community whether that includes attending concerts, music in the park, art festivals or volunteer opportunities with the local school districts, youth groups or churches. There are many opportunities to maintain as active of a lifestyle that fits your personal needs and wants.
Residents lose their independence
At Summit Pointe Senior Living, we facilitate independent living for seniors in our living community. We provide the living space, and you choose the services you need to live your best life.
There’s no privacy in senior living communities
At Summit Pointe Senior Living, we provide private apartments for our seniors, so they can maintain their privacy while residing at our facility. We have services available for your convenience, but you can pick and choose the services that meet your needs.
Memory care is only for people in the late stages of dementia
One of the biggest fears for many seniors is memory care, but our memory care services are not meant solely for people in the late stages of dementia. In reality, memory care provides the stability and skills you need to maintain a quality of life when so many things seem uncertain.
Memory care in senior living communities lacks quality
Many seniors feel like they’ll be stuck in a low-quality facility that lacks the upkeep and services needed to enjoy the space. Residents at Summit Pointe often feel the complete opposite, as if they are staying in a luxury hotel. This is because of our attention to hospitality services.
The housing is small
Our smallest apartment at Summit Pointe Senior Living is 517 sq. ft., but the biggest is 1,072 sq. ft. That’s the size of a small house! You don’t always have to downsize to live in a senior living community.
Senior living communities are boring
The activities list at Summit Pointe Senior Living is extensive and includes relaxing activities such as Diamond Dots or dominoes as well as more exciting social activities such as performances, fitness classes, and day trips that include river boat cruises, museums, train rides and more! Every day has something to offer.
They’re too expensive
Senior living communities appear to be expensive, but this is also a myth. If you consider the provisions, many residents save money on overall bills by moving to Summit Pointe Senior Living.
I don’t need to live in a senior community until my health declines
Some seniors wait to live in a senior community until they need additional medical services. This robs them of the opportunity to enjoy a carefree life while their body can maximize the benefits of that freedom. Starting early with senior living lets you enjoy life and ease the transition to additional care if needed.
A Senior Living Community That Enriches Your Life
Finding a senior living community that meets your desires is not difficult when you start with Summit Pointe Senior Living. Our facilities become excellent homes for seniors who want to live a full life free of the hassles and chores of living in a traditional home.
Schedule a Tour with Summit Pointe Senior Living Today
If you or a family member are considering senior living, please schedule at tour at Summit Pointe Senior Living. Visiting our facility will help you to dispel the myths about senior living, so you can fully enjoy your life!
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