In a January 2024 news release, the Florida government proudly reported that a WalletHub study ranked the Sunshine State as the number one state to retire in. Florida also topped the study’s list for quality of life for seniors.
Another thing that makes Florida attractive to retirees is its various retirement living options. A perfect example is our beautiful, well-equipped Sun City Center assisted living community, Aston Gardens At The Courtyards.
But what exactly are the benefits of transitioning to an assisted living community? And what makes our community an excellent choice?
We’ve shared some of the top senior living benefits you or your loved one can enjoy through assisted living, so please read on.
1. A More Comfortable Senior Lifestyle
Residents of assisted living communities enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. For instance, at Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, we take the burden of home maintenance and housekeeping chores off our residents’ shoulders. Our residents enjoy a private apartment home they can call their “own” without worrying about its cleanliness and upkeep.
By maintaining and cleaning all living spaces and the entire community on behalf of our residents, we help them live in more comfort and spend less time on mundane, tedious chores. They can then use their freed-up time on more engaging activities that can help enrich their lives.
2. Tailored Personal Care as Needed
As people age, their likelihood of needing an extra helping hand for activities of daily living (ADLs) increases. Indeed, according to the American Psychological Association (APA), about a fifth of adults 65 and older require assistance with ADLs. In older men and women over 85, the rate goes up to 40% and 53%, respectively.
A person’s ability to perform ADLs without help from others is a primary factor determining their ability to live independently. Some examples of ADLs are:
- Showering or bathing
- Personal grooming
- Mobility and transfer
- Dressing and clothing selection
- Continence
- Medication management
If you or your older loved one needs assistance with one or more ADLs, you’ll be happy to know that our Sun City Center assisted living community can help.
At Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, our residents receive personal care and supportive services customized to their unique needs. So, whether you only need help with medication management or several other ADLs, you can rely on our professional health and wellness team to provide the assistance you need whenever you need it. You can also count on them to be available 24/7.
3. Nourish Your Body and Mind
Another crucial benefit assisted living communities provide is nourishment. At Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, residents have access to the Sensations Dining program, one of the many exclusive senior living programs our community provides.
Sensations Dining nourishes our residents’ bodies and minds with chef-prepared nutritious, delicious, and well-balanced meals daily. Residents can enjoy them while socializing with their fellow residents in our community’s beautiful dining area.
4. Stay Social and Connected
Leading a socially active and connected life is integral to senior health because it fosters companionship and mitigates the risk of loneliness and isolation. Preventing these problems is imperative, as seniors facing isolation have a higher risk of depression, per the Institute on Aging.
Our Sun City Center assisted living community strives to ensure our residents have abundant social and recreational opportunities. Here are some examples of what our senior residents do for fun that lets them stay connected with others:
- Mahjong, bingo, bridge, billiards, and other card, table, and parlor games
- Happy hours
- Movie nights
- Book clubs
- Live entertainment
- Educational courses
We also regularly hold outings, such as shopping trips and dining excursions. We also celebrate birthdays through parties and family gatherings.
5. Achieve Fitness and Wellness Goals
Just because you or your older loved one is getting on in years doesn’t mean you should move less often. On the contrary, you need to stay active or even move more. Regular physical activity and exercise can help you put more pep into your step and, as the World Health Organization (WHO) points out, enjoy physical and mental health benefits.
Fortunately, active senior communities, like Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, make it easier for residents to get moving. Our exclusive senior living program, Dimensions Health & Fitness, offers fitness classes and access to our on-site senior-equipped gym and walking paths. Our professional staff also assists residents in choosing physical therapy and workout programs appropriate to their needs and health conditions.
6. Pursue Hobbies
When you have fewer responsibilities to worry about (e.g., home upkeep), you’ll have more time to pursue the things you care about the most.
For example, if you’ve always been into arts and crafts but had little chance to explore them when you were still in the workforce, you’ll finally be able to once you’re in retirement. At Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, we offer art classes in our art studio.
If you want to learn to dance, we have classes for that, too. If you wish to explore Tai Chi, we can also help with that. The list goes on, but the bottom line is that once you join our community, you can do what you’ve always wanted.
7. Access Amenities That Make Life More Pleasant and Convenient
At Aston Gardens At The Courtyards, we take pride in our community’s exceptional assisted living amenities, including but not limited to:
- The Sensations restaurant
- The Legends Bar & Lounge
- Sun Deck Dog Park (yes, we’re a pet-friendly community!)
- An outdoor swimming pool with year-round heating
- Easy-access emergency call and response system
- Beauty salon and barber shop
- Fitness center
- Concierge services
All the apartment homes in our Sun City Center assisted living community also feature modern comforts and conveniences. There’s wall-to-wall carpeting in the bedrooms and living rooms, generous closet space, and individual thermostats.
Enjoy the Benefits of Our Sun City Center Assisted Living Community
In our Sun City Center assisted living community, convenience, maintenance-free lifestyle, and highly personalized care and support are just some of the top benefits you or your older loved one can enjoy. We can also help you stay active and social through our exclusive senior programs.
If all that sounds great, contact us today to schedule your visit! Our compassionate and caring staff at Aston Gardens At The Courtyards will gladly give you a tour.
