Retirement Homes are geared to those in good health, who can manage their medications, and have plenty of leisure time. Most Retirement Homes have a minimum age requirement of 55.
Average entry age: 65
Women to men ratio: 3:1
Note Retirement Homes are also often called Retirement Communities or Independent Living Communities.
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC) is a Federal non-profit. Licensing of individual communities is done state by state.
| Activities | Exercise for the body and brain |
| Socializing | Planned events and community gathering places |
| Convenience | Self-contained, often a car is unnecessary |
| Accessible | Fewer stairs and wider doorways to accommodate mobility devices |
| Security | Connectivity to Emergency Response Service (EMS) |
| Simplified | Finances Monthly cost includes rent, taxes, utilities, and maintenance |
The spirit and atmosphere: Taking into account the expected adjustment with any change in living arrangements, it’s important to feel comfortable.
Is there rehab or short term help with recovery from:
Is there opportunity to move, within the community, if additional care is needed?
If a resident’s mobility, medical or mental condition deteriorates, is there an Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility (also known as Nursing Home) within the Community.
Some Retirement and Independent Living Communities offer a trial stay, guest accommodations and have rates for additional occupancy.
Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind
Henry Ford
