Day in the Life: What to Expect in Assisted Living
The unknown can be scary. It’s only natural to be worried about transitioning into an Assisted Living community if you or your loved one doesn’t know what to expect.
However, not knowing what everyday life in a senior living community is like now doesn’t mean you won’t have this knowledge in the future. You can find more information about a day in the life in an Assisted Living community below.
Wake Up in a Comfortable Apartment
Living arrangements are always something many seniors wonder about when touring new senior living communities. They want to be sure they can live comfortably, just as they did before joining a new community.
Most Assisted Living communities offer high-quality apartments for their residents. There are usually many options to choose from, such as studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom units with two bathrooms. Most apartments have safety-equipped bathrooms and kitchenettes for independence and peace of mind.
Enjoy Delicious Food Prepared for You
After waking up in a comfortable and safe apartment, you can typically get dressed, sometimes with help from care associates, and venture into a shared dining space. Here, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by dedicated culinary teams.
You can typically expect a variety of delicious breakfast options. Culinary teams can also cater to your dietary restrictions. After breakfast, you can return to your Assisted Living community’s shared dining space for lunch, dinner, snacks, and beverages.
Participate in Fun Activities
Most reputable senior living communities prioritize engagement and enrichment in everyday life. After all, you deserve to live your golden years to the fullest! As a result, most seniors living in Assisted Living communities get to participate in fun activities every day.
Residents can often choose from a variety of activities that capture their interest, such as arts and crafts, music and movies, Happy Hour, exercise and fitness, and faith services. Many senior living communities also host special events that the local community is welcome to attend.
Enjoy Communal Spaces
While residents already enjoy their own private apartments in Assisted Living, they can also use communal spaces. Many highly regarded communities have communal spaces inside and outside that they encourage their residents to use.
Beauty salons and barbershops, libraries, fitness centers, cafes, and activity rooms are just some of the many you can find in a typical senior living community. You can often enjoy these spaces with other residents and your loved ones when they visit.
Benefit from Convenient Services
Many seniors decide to move into Assisted Living communities when they need a helping hand to get the most out of life. Rest assured, you can benefit from a broad range of convenient services in most senior living communities.
Housekeeping, linen services, and maintenance are just some of the many you can expect in your home environment. However, you can also access 24/7 nurse care, care associate assistance, and help with your medication and scheduling appointments.
Explore Your Local Town or City
Living in an Assisted Living community doesn’t mean you can no longer enjoy the local town or city you know and love. Most communities go above and beyond to maintain community connections.
Alongside participating in events the general public is welcome to attend, most communities also provide scheduled transportation services. Scheduled outings are often planned for meals, shopping, errands, and appointments.
Learn More About Elison Assisted Living of Oxford
Does a day in the life of a senior in Assisted Living sound supportive, fun, and engaging? Now might be the right time to learn more. We welcome you to schedule a tour of Elison Assisted Living of Oxford today to learn more about everyday life in our highly regarded senior living community in Oxford, Mississippi.
