Progressive wellness programs and access to on-site medical services, including attending physicians and outpatient rehabilitation services on the premises
Three meals served daily in our warmly decorated dining room
On-site beauty, barber, manicure, and pedicure services
Social, recreational, and educational Life Enrichment Program
Three meals served daily in our warmly decorated dining room
Progressive wellness programs and access to on-site medical services, including attending physicians and outpatient rehabilitation services on the premises
Social, recreational, and educational Life Enrichment Program
On-site beauty, barber, manicure, and pedicure services
Progressive wellness programs and access to on-site medical services, including attending physicians and outpatient rehabilitation services on the premises
Three meals served daily in our warmly decorated dining room
All apartments feature wall-to-wall low-pile carpeting, closets, windows with custom window treatments, and individual climate control
All apartments are barrier free throughout, wheelchair accessible, and are equipped with an emergency call system linked to the Aarondale 24-hour Nursing team
Three meals served daily in our warmly decorated dining room
1330 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005
Spacious apartments with multiple floor plans and dramatic views
Full kitchens with maple cabinetry and ceramic floors
Rooftop pool and patio
On-site wellness center
To meet the dietary needs of our residents, Thomas Circle is pleased to offer a variety of specialty meals, including diabetic, no added salt, and vegetarian.
An urban, luxury high-rise located in Arlington, VA—recently ranked "Best City to Live in America" by Niche.com
Offering independent living, as well as access to a full continuum of care, including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and rehab and recovery
Condominiums available for purchase with no buy-in fee beyond the price of the unit, as well as access to community meals, activities, housekeeping and transportation
Beautiful indoor pool, spa and fitness room on site
Vibrant activities program that changes daily, as well as an in-house chef who prepares fresh, seasonal meals each day
The Life You Want. The Care You Need. The Joy of Every Day.
19310 Club House Road, Montgomery Village, MD 20886
Gracious accommodations with a variety of floor plans
Up to three delicious, well-balanced meals served daily featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day
Trained staff available 24 hours a day
Monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse
Weekly housekeeping and daily trash removal
What are Retirement Communities?
Retirement communities are often also called independent living communities, because they are designed for seniors who are able to live independently, with no need for daily personal or medical care. They are generally mid-to large-sized campus-style communities that offer a wide variety of activities and conveniences for residents.
If this sounds similar to an active adult or 55+ community, that is because retirement and active adult communities share some core commonalities. These often include providing exterior home and lawn maintenance, planned social activities, communal spaces and outdoor amenities such as tennis courts, golf courses or swimming pools. The benefits of living in a retirement community are generally the same as living in other types of senior housing: more opportunities for social engagement, more free time to spend pursuing hobbies and low-maintenance living. Retirement communities take low-maintenance living to an even higher level than active adult communities, because the following are often included, with other services available a la carte:
• Meals – 3x/day, served in a dining room
• Linen and laundry service
• Housekeeping
• Interior home maintenance
• Scheduled transportation to shopping, medical appointments and other errands
• 24-hr staff and onsite-healthcare in case of emergency
As in most types of senior housing, the size and style of home varies from community to community, from studio apartments to large villas, often with many styles available within the same campus. While the homes may differ in size, most will have features that are designed with seniors in mind, such as:
• One-level living
• Wide doorways
• Walk-in showers
• Low thresholds
• Emergency call systems
And while every community is unique, many will offer the same types of amenities and benefits to residents, all aimed at allowing them to live easier, more engaged and fulfilling lives. Most retirement communities provide an even broader range of amenities than those found in active adult communities, including:
• Daily scheduled activities, fitness classes or crafts
• On-site salons, libraries and chapels
• Game rooms
• Theaters
• Community meeting spaces such as club houses and bistros
• Private dining rooms for special family meals
• Community excursions
Some independent living communities are located within larger campuses that also offer assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care services; these campuses are called Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). They offer a full range of senior care to residents as they age and their health needs change. CCRCs allow residents to age in place, and stay within the same overall community, as they move from one level of care to the next. A CCRC is especially helpful if one spouse has different care needs than the other. Even if one spouse is in a higher-level care facility, couples are still close enough to see each other every day and are able to enjoy the same amenities and activities.
Use our US map above to begin your search for the best retirement communities for you or your loved one.
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