July 28, 2023
As we get older, it’s only natural to start pondering what the future holds and what our living arrangements might be like. For many older adults, transitioning to a senior living community can be the perfect solution for their evolving needs. Here at Cedar Trails Senior Living, senior living presents a range of benefits worth considering, including a strong sense of community, reduced responsibilities, access to care, and heightened levels of safety.
Some aging adults are hesitant to move into senior living and take longer to make a move. For many it feels like the beginning of the end, and they are losing their purpose and independence. I believe for others the concern is cost. Most middle-income families cannot afford the cost of senior living. I also believe that most aging adults still do not truly understand assisted living. They still feel like it’s a nursing home and their freedom is being taken away. Most do not understand we want to promote independence, wellness, and fun!
Senior living can reduce responsibilities for older adults by providing dining services, housekeeping, and transportation services, just to name a few. We also give families peace of mind by providing 24-hour oversight of their loved one!
Senior living in an Arrow community reminds me of being on a cruise ship. Each day brings new adventures, great food, different events, and social activities each day! All of this with your friends and family all around to enjoy it with you.
All in all, senior living can provide a comfortable, supportive environment for aging adults who are ready to streamline and simplify their lives. If you would like more information on the senior living lifestyle, please contact your nearest Arrow Senior Living community.
Cedar Trails Senior Living in Freeburg, IL offers independent senior apartments, assisted living, and memory care with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. Amenities include restaurant dining, 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, transportation services, and more. Centrally located near St. Elizabeth’s Hospital with convenient access to major shopping centers, including The Orchards Golf Club, Target, Eckerts Belleville Farm, Braeutigam Orchards, and the Belle Clair fairgrounds & Expo Center.
