My Patient Guide
Guiding you every step of the way.
How Do I Choose Independent Living?
Regardless of the type of Independent Living situation you choose, you may want to keep some or all of the following considerations in mind in order to find the community that best suits your needs:
- Is parking convenient to your living unit, and is the parking area well lit?
- Is there a security guard or a gated entrance to the facility?
- Is public transportation available?
- Do you want a unit that is built all on one floor, or are stairs OK?
- How close is the Independent Living community to a medical facility and/or your doctor?
- Do amenities such as cabinets and storage space meet your present and possible future needs?
- Is the shower/bathtub adaptable to your needs as you age? (e.g., can grab bars be installed?)
- Are the community services that are provided what you want and need?