Retirement opens doors to new adventures and experiences you’ve always yearned for. Moving to an independent living community is one of the best ways to maximize pleasure in life for those over 62.

Read on to find out whether independent living is the best fit for you, as well as some lesser-known benefits of this type of community.

What Is Independent Living?

Retirement community independent living is for individuals who don’t require assistance with day-to-day tasks but no longer fancy the responsibility of home maintenance. Daily chores, fixing broken HVAC systems, cooking and cleaning lose their luster after several decades, and you can turn your back on them forever by moving to a luxurious retirement community.

A driving factor for many choosing independent living communities is the deep sense of community they offer. There’s no need to feel lonely with numerous kind, sociable, and fun potential friends awaiting your arrival. Ensure that the community you select takes every measure to allow you to entertain visitors in style, providing friends and family members a glimpse of your lavish lifestyle.

Embracing the Vibrant Life of an Independent Living Community

When choosing an independent living community, or a continuing care retirement community, your focus should be on freedom and fun. While the option for health care is essential, it’s not front and center. Let’s take a look at some of the main reasons people choose this type of accommodation.

Dine In Style

An excellent retirement community should provide residents with equipment to cook in their own apartments, but it should also have a selection of stunning restaurants. Ideally, choose a location that offers a range of dining options so you can plan your night according to the occasion. If you love socializing and chatting with friends, you can even find a cocktail lounge at Riddle Village.

Seniors sharing a delightful meal in an independent living community setting

Embrace a Maintenance-Free Lifestyle

Few people relish doing laundry, cleaning, or managing maintenance—tasks often included in the independent living cost. In an independent living community, those responsibilities are managed for you. Opt for a community where basic housework and maintenance are included in the monthly fee.

Engage, Connect, and Socialize

From billiards to singing and movies to bocce ball, you can fill your time with games and activities with fellow residents. You can even whittle away the days sitting in the cafe or cocktail lounge, setting the world to rights with like-minded people. If you’re more of a solo flyer but like being around other people, puzzles, beautiful gardens, and reading in the library are ideal pastimes.

Unleash Your Creative Side

It doesn’t always have to be fun and games. Try to choose a facility that has extras like a woodworking shop and art studio if you’re someone who adores having a project on the go.

Indulge in Self-Care and Pampering

Of course, all the socializing you’ll be doing means you’ll want to make sure your hair and make-up are immaculate. Retirement communities with beauty salons and barber services help ensure the overall well-being of residents. When you look your best, you feel your best.

Stay Active and Energized

One of the best ways to make the most of your golden years is by staying active. Retirement is one of the most convenient times to get in the best shape of your life. The more you move, the healthier you are, so try to find a community with a broad range of activities, sports, and gym options. Whether you love yoga, Zumba, weight lifting, cardio, or outdoor games, make sure the facility you choose provides plenty of opportunities to stay active.

Daughter embracing her senior mother warmly in one of the assisted living communities

Celebrate Life with Fun, Freedom, and Lasting Friendships

At Riddle Village, the best retirement community in PA, we take care of people who’ve made it. Our independent living residents have worked hard and contributed to society, and now they’re ready to kick back and enjoy life to the fullest.

Discover Riddle Village: Pennsylvania’s Premier Independent Living Destination

Ready to experience the best of retirement living? Contact us today to schedule a tour!

Forget about doing the dishes, changing light bulbs, and waiting for visitors to pop over for a chat. At Riddle Village’s state-of-the-art retirement community, we take care of the boring bits, provide luxurious amenities and services, and surround you with like-minded active folks so you can fill your days with as much (or as little!) as you like.