Whether you like the winter season or not, Winter can bring with it cold and extreme weather – especially in Kamloops. Days get snowy and cold, sometimes with chilly winds that make it difficult for seniors to get outside, stay social, or keep active. But, if you’re a resident of a retirement community, winter can be just another season of warm community, restful retirement, and happy holidays!
Here’s a few reasons why living in a retirement community during the winter is great:
A Retirement Community Provides a Sense of Safety
When you move to a retirement community, you move into a place where there are always supports around. Many retirement communities are designed with senior’s safety in mind and are built to be accessible with things like wide doorways, ramps, and shower and bathtub modifications. Plus, 24/7 staffing means that someone will always be around to help and address safety concerns. This can be a big relief for seniors looking to lead an active lifestyle while still staying safe.
Living in a Retirement Community Means Dining without the Hassle of Cooking and Preparation
One of the best parts of living in a retirement community is that meals are built into the rental price! While having someone cook for you is nice, having dining provided for you also means none of the hassles of grocery shopping, prepping food, and cleaning up after – no more lugging around groceries through the deep Kamloops’ winter snow.
Most retirement communities even take it one step further by ensuring that the meals are nutritious for seniors – taking away from the stress of trying to keep your meals healthy, yummy, and easy.
The On-site Amenities at a Retirement Community make Retirement Living Easy
One of the biggest dangers for seniors in the winter months is simply needing to brave the ice and snow with limited mobility. This can keep seniors isolated and make it difficult for them to access basic services such as groceries and health appointments. At retirement communities, on-site amenities make it easier for seniors to access the services they need. Many retirement communities have on-site salons, spas, theatres, housekeeping, and events to keep the physical, social, and mental needs of seniors met – all in the comfort of the building where they live!
Living in a Retirement Community Keeps you Active
Keeping active may not be your number one priority in retirement, but when you live in a retirement community, it’s almost impossible to not maintain an active lifestyle – whether that’s socially active or physically active! Retirement living locations provide easy access to many indoor and outdoor activities and classes specifically designed for seniors. Want to celebrate the new year with friends? A retirement community is sure to host an event (that you don’t even have to plan!) that will provide seniors with plenty of opportunities to celebrate and connect with their fellow residents. Want to try a new fitness class? Many retirement communities have on site gyms or recreational instructors that will teach you a new form of fitness specifically catered for those at an older age. These on-site activities are designed to enhance the lives of residents and keep them active, connected, and to increase their health and well-being!
Winter is the perfect time to make the move to The Residence at Orchards Walk in Kamloops. The Residence offers exceptional amenities such as an open seating a la carte style restaurant with meals prepared by our hospitality team, weekly housekeeping, and a health and fitness room. With several floor plans to choose from, all suites also feature 24 hour security with your monthly membership. One bedroom suites available now. Call 778-362-9525 to book a tour, check out our Facebook, or email The Residence at sales@theresidencekamloops.com.