INDUSTRY INSIGHT
CONTINUING CARE
SPONSORED CONTENT
ENHANCE YOUR SOCIAL LIFE AT AN INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITY
Socialization for older adults is an important element in healthy aging . For a variety of reasons , maintaining a social schedule can become difficult as we age . Independent living communities provide a wide range of activities and opportunities to build new friendships and stay active . The benefits of socialization are numerous .
Prevents Loneliness / Isolation – Isolation is a precipitating factor for depression in older adults . Having activities to look forward to and being surrounded by friends and staff who care about your wellbeing curbs the feeling of loneliness and avoids depression .
Improves Physical Health – Many independent living communities offer fitness programs to maintain physical health . At Asbury Heights , the SeniorFITness Program focuses on mobility and is customized for every resident . We keep you moving so that you can stay as healthy as possible .
Improves Mental Health – Our “ neurobic ” programs exercise the mind and help to reduce the risk of dementia . An active brain improves mental health .
Gives a Sense of Purpose and Belonging – Many activities are focused on helping others , like knitting head caps for newborns . Your involvement is not only needed to help others , but in the process you are helping yourself by having a sense of purpose and belonging .
Increases Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem – When you learn something new and master it , you feel a sense of pride and your confidence is boosted . Having activities available all the time gives you opportunities to regularly learn new things .
Helps Develop a Spiritual Connection with a Higher Power – Connecting with a community that celebrates diversity of faith is important . Asbury Heights celebrates people of all faiths and offers ecumenical worship .
Encourages Developing New Friendships – Moving to an independent living community provides an opportunity to forge new friendships and to maintain those you have had for life . It ’ s an exciting time to meet new neighbors and to merge old friends with new .
Improves Overall Quality of Life – When you no longer have the stress of home maintenance – landscaping , snow removal , exterior
painting , etc . – a weight is lifted , and you are able to be active doing the things you want to do . Your busy lifestyle takes on a whole new meaning as your socialization increases and your burdens of responsibility decrease .
I ’ ve heard from so many that they wish they had made the decision to move to an independent living community five years earlier . Socialization is one of the many benefits . If you ’ re curious to know more or learn about other benefits , give me a call . I ’ d love to show you around Asbury Heights , and we can talk more about how a move can benefit you . I can be reached at 412.571.5133 or by email at jkomisary @ asburyheights . org .
This Industry Insight was written by John Komisary .
John is Director of Sales and Marketing at Asbury Heights and has extensive experience working with older adults in continuing care retirement communities in Pittsburgh .
A new style of living .
The Allemont of Asbury Heights .
When making the choice to continue your independent lifestyle , choose a new style of living : The Allemont of Asbury Heights . Newly renovated apartments feature spacious , open-concept designs , many with outdoor patios .
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Call 412-571-5031 today for more information about The Allemont or to arrange a tour of our Allemont model and senior community . Or learn more at asburyheights . org .
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