Philly ranks among America’s best cities for retirement. Rising home values, a vibrant cultural life, endless museums, a temperate climate, and deep connections to our nation’s history are enticing more and more seniors to make Philadelphia home. Philadelphia senior care supports seniors of all ages and ability levels in their efforts to enjoy life in this unique city while remaining as healthy and independent as possible. If you're considering a transition to senior care, here’s what you need to know.
Benefits of Moving to a Philadelphia Senior Care Community
Achieving a meaningful retirement is all about bridging the gap between what you want and what you have. For many seniors, a combination of practical concerns and physical issues make it progressively more difficult to remain active, engaged, and independent. Senior care supports seniors in their efforts to craft active retirements, even if they no longer drive, struggle with activities of daily living, or are unsure about how they want to spend their time.
In senior care, you’ll gain access to more opportunities to exercise, numerous opportunities to make friends, exceptional food, transportation, and more. The net effect is undeniable: More exercise and increased social engagement may help you live longer and healthier. Other reasons to consider a move include:
- Affordability. Senior care is often more affordable than living at home. To compare costs, check out our cost comparison calculator.
- Shifting your relationship with loved ones. Relying on family members for care can be fraught with challenges. Restore balance to your relationships by transitioning to senior care.
- Less isolation. When you live at home, it’s easy to feel lonely—especially if you don’t drive. In senior care, your friends are just a few steps away.
- Support when you need it, and independence when you don’t. Senior care is designed to give you the exact level of support you need—nothing more, nothing less. That means greater independence through the gentle support of staff who care about you and your happiness.
Senior Care 101: Levels of Care
So which senior care community is right for you? That depends on what you need. Most communities offer three distinct levels of care:
- Independent living is for seniors who do not need help with activities of daily living, but who want to live in adventure-minded communities filled with activities and socialization.
- Personal care is for seniors who need assistance with one or more daily tasks, such as grooming or bathing. Like independent living, personal care also offers exceptional dining, plenty of activities, transportation, and special events.
- Dementia care/memory care is for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. These secure communities offer ongoing support, but also encourage people with dementia to remain social and active with meaningful activities tailored to their needs and ability levels.
As you evaluate your options, try asking yourself these questions:
- What barriers to an excellent retirement have I encountered? What could help me surmount those barriers?
- What are my daily challenges?
- What am I most concerned about as I age?
- What do my loved ones say about my needs and retirement?
- Do I have a chronic or progressive medical condition? ‘
- How do I want to spend my retirement?
Resources for Philadelphia Seniors
No matter what option you choose, the following resources can help you explore your options and live your retirement on your own terms:
- The Senior Citizen’s Guide to Philadelphia
- Eldercare Locator
- Philadelphia Senior Center Directory
- City of Philadelphia Mayor’s Commission on Aging
- Pennsylvania Department of Aging
- Philadelphia Corporation for Aging
What Arbor Terrace Willistown Offers Seniors
Arbor Terrace Willistown is Pennsylvania’s premier senior care community, offering a range of care options that includes both personal care and dementia care. We understand that every senior is unique. We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we tailor our community to the needs of the seniors it serves.
Arbor Terrace Willistown offers delicious food, a vast array of activities and special events, help when you need it, and greater independence than you could achieve living on your own at home. Our staff is committed to helping seniors lead lives of dignity, purpose, and joy in a luxury setting. We’d love to talk to you about the benefits of Philadelphia’s premier senior care community. Give us a call to learn more about what sets us apart. We can’t wait to meet you!