This document discusses adult communities as an option for seniors who want to relinquish home ownership responsibilities. It provides details on who lives in adult communities, including that residents are independent and active, often having jobs or social calendars. The document outlines the various living options and amenities typically offered at adult communities, such as housekeeping, transportation, and activities. Finally, it notes that socialization is a major benefit, as the maintenance-free lifestyle allows residents to focus on enjoying life.

1. Adult Communities

2. Adult Community Case Study
• Norma Pack decided to move to an
independent living facility at age 86
– After 50 years in her family home
• Growing numbers of people 50 and older are
choosing to relinquish the responsibilities of
home ownership
• Adult communities offer a full range of
options and amenities without the downsides
of home ownership

3. Who Lives at Adult Communities?
• Adult communities
provide a maintenance
free, independent
lifestyle
• Residents do not need
medical care
• Many continue to drive
• Many hold jobs
• Most have a full social
calendar
• Residents come and go
at their will
• Activities include:
– Tai chi
– Yoga
– Travel
– Golf
• Downsizing and moving
is the hardest part

4. What is Life Like at Adult
Communities?
• Residents choose from
apartments, condominium-style
living, cottages, or single-family
dwellings
• Homes range from compact and
efficient to large and lavish
• Lifestyle choices vary widely
– Golf, health and fitness –
country-club style setting
– Others may look for dining
and social opportunities
– Still others may focus on
activities:
• Seminars
• Live entertainment
• Happy hour
• Brain fitness
• Clubs

5. Benefits, Amenities and Services
• Most adult communities offer a roster of amenities and
services:
– Housekeeping
– Laundry
– Transportation
– Meal programs
• Some offer in-house services such as travel agencies, bank
branches, salons and spas
• Many encourage pets and provide garden plots

6. Socialization
• Socialization is considered the major benefit of
independent living
• The lifestyle frees residents from home and yard
maintenance, enabling them to focus on enjoying life
• Lori Fiorillo of Knights of Pythias Active Retirement
Center in Vancouver, Washington, says many
residents become happier after spending a few
months in independent living

7. SeniorHomes.com
• Information in this presentation provided by
senior care writer Leslee Jaquette
• SeniorHomes.com is a free resource for
seniors and families searching for housing and
care services
• Visit http://www.seniorhomes.com for more
information on senior housing