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Being in my early 60s, it's difficult for me to to do things around the house. My doctor advised me to move to an independent living community. But I don't know anything about it.
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That is what they call the old folks' home nowadays. Every one is different. "Independent" usually means there is no medical staff on the premises.
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An independent living community is a residential community that provides senior citizens or other adults with the support and services needed to remain independent and age in place. It provides all of the amenities, services and support that someone needs to enjoy their independence. These services include laundry services, meals, social activities, medical assistance, and recreational activities. Living in an independent living community allows seniors to remain active, involved in the community, and healthy, while still having the freedom to pursue their individual lifestyle and interests.

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Independent living is where you will have your own apartment but with 24 hour emergency help, you’ll probably have panic buttons and emergency cords in case you have a fall etc. My grandmother has lived in a really nice apartment like this for the last 15 years, there are another 12 residents and they sometimes do group activities too but there’s no pressure to go along. The panic buttons give her and us piece of mind.
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It means that you will live with people you don't know and maybe you could be friends. There is no medical staff but you can help each other. That is good option instead of living alone.
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There are many communities that are set up in certain countries to allow elderly people to maintain their dignity and still live on their own. There also have communities set up for handicap people who have issues to live on their own and these communities help them to live in their own homes and take care of themselves. The communities are monitored and there is a staff on hand to help people when they have problems. This is a good way to not just throw your parents in a retirement home. The communities have cameras in the home that they can help to monitor people and make sure they don't fall down or need emergency medical attention. They are there to help them get to the doctor and to shop for their needs.  
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The ability to weigh option, create educated judgments, and manage one's own affairs is known as independent living. Although they are physically independent, the seniors who live there appreciate the idea of living in a community.
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An independent living community is a residential housing option for older adults who are able to live on their own but want access to social activities, amenities, and services such as maintenance, transportation, and housekeeping. It is designed for seniors who do not require significant medical care or assistance with daily activities.
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An independent living community is a type of care program that allows people to remain self-sufficient but have access to resources and support services. They are located in the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe.


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In an independent living community, residents live largely independently in a residential setting, engaging in community life while also enjoying the luxuries of private accommodations, usually in an apartment or villa.
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These is where resident live largely independently In residential setting , engaging in community life while also enjoying  the luxury of private accomodation
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A retirement community is a residential community or housing complex designed for older adults who are generally able to care for themselves; however, assistance from home care agencies is allowed in some communities, and activities and socialization opportunities are often provided
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These services include laundry services, meals, social activities, medical assistance, and recreational activities. Living in an independent living community allows seniors to remain active, involved in the community, and healthy, while still having the freedom to pursue their individual lifestyle and interests.
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