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Yes, you can bring your own furniture to an independent living apartment. In most retirement communities, your flat is yours to decorate and furnish as you please, just as you would in any home. The space is empty so you can fill it with pieces that already have meaning for you. That fact alone tends…
It turns out that hosting a family dinner in a retirement living community is easier than you might expect. It starts with understanding your options. Most senior living communities in Austin have shared dining areas, resident kitchens, and private apartments with kitchenettes, all of which are ideal for gathering with family over a meal. It…
Outdoor concerts at a retirement living community are even more enjoyable when you plan for comfort, safety, and good company. The best advice is to dress for the weather, bring appropriate gear, stay hydrated, choose your seat wisely, and make it a social outing with friends and neighbours. A little planning makes for a fun…
When spring arrives, you want to open a window, breathe in some fresh air, and try something new in the kitchen. After months of eating heavier winter foods, the warmer weather brings a slew of lighter, brighter options that practically beg to be transformed into something tasty. And the best part is that you don’t…
Change is never easy, but it’s especially difficult when it means leaving your home. If you’ve been living in an independent living community and someone has suggested that assisted living is the next step, you’re probably experiencing a variety of emotions at once. That’s okay, and completely normal. You must understand that you won’t lose…
You and your partner have been together for decades, and now, in your golden years, you deserve to take it easy and enjoy each other. However, if you spend your entire day fixing things around the house, gardening, cooking, and cleaning, “enjoying each other” may be a good idea that’s difficult to achieve. The daily…
You can retire and spend your years traveling, visiting family whenever you want, and checking off places on a list you’ve been compiling for decades. Then there’s the version in which you want to do everything but can’t because your house won’t let you leave. You should mow the lawn. The pipes are not working…
Eating a good meal is highly personal. It’s not all about food. It’s about feeling like a respected member of the table, having fun, and maintaining dignity. However, for older people with limited mobility, eating at home can be stressful, tiring, and even dangerous. That struggle is one of the reasons why many older adults…
Retirement should feel like a much-needed breath of fresh air, but for many older people, it can bring a quiet loneliness that no one discusses. The house may feel emptier than it once did, or the days may blur together because there isn’t much to look forward to. The good news is that assisted living…
Choosing between a studio and a one-bedroom apartment isn’t just about space. It’s about how you live your day. Do you like having a separate bedroom, or do you prefer everything in one open area? Do you spend most of your time in common spaces, or do you enjoy more privacy in your own apartment? …
