For older adults considering senior living in Oviedo, FL, choosing the right fit starts with assessing your personal needs and preferences (care requirements and budget). Next is visiting prospective communities to determine if they match what you're looking for.
Remember: Where you live matters, especially for your overall health and longevity. As the National Investment Center (NIC) points out, a University of Chicago study found that adults residing in senior housing communities live longer than their peers who don't.
The caring team at The Tremont in FL, our retirement village in Oviedo, a city known for its charming small-town feel, walkable areas, and abundant nature spaces, has shared insights into choosing senior housing.
According to Genworth, Florida's 2024 average annual cost for assisted living communities was $63,885, lower than the U.S. average of $70,800. As for private rooms in nursing homes, the average cost was $138,700 in the Sunshine State.
Independent living (IL) communities typically charge less than either because IL residents often require lower levels of care and support, if any. Instead, the top priority in independent living is to provide seniors with maintenance-free and convenient yet highly engaged and energized lifestyles.
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"Senior living" is a broad term that encompasses various senior housing and lifestyle options, including active independent, independent, assisted, and memory care. Assisted living, on the other hand, is a specific type of senior living whose primary focus is on providing residents with personal care and supportive services.
At The Tremont, our community focuses on delivering high-quality independent living to residents.
One thing that sets us apart from typical IL communities, however, is that we also provide seniors with convenient access to supportive services if and when needed. Here, residents can rely on us to connect them with third-party visiting care experts.
Deciding to move to senior living in Oviedo, FL, involves a significant emotional and logistical transition, especially when it shifts from a senior's initial desire to age in their own home. Many older adults, after all, want to grow old in their own residences; 75% of surveyed adults 50 and older, according to AARP.
However, transitioning to senior living is, in many cases, the wiser, safer choice, especially for older adults living alone.
Living alone increases the risk of isolation and loneliness. While a senior may still be active and in generally good health, moving to the best IL in Oviedo makes them more likely to maintain independence and optimal physical, mental, and cognitive well-being.
If you or an older loved one is in the same boat, here are some tips to compare IL communities and ensure your choice aligns with your senior needs and desires.
First, consider how autonomous you are, whether you need help for one or more activities of daily living (ADLs), and if so, how often you require assistance. If you're active, independent, and only need ADL support occasionally, independent living with supportive services may be right up your alley.
Just as crucial is to establish your financial comfort zone. While independent living typically costs less than other senior living options, you can save even more if you make savvy choices on the specific floor plan you get.
You can, for instance, get a suite if you don't need or want much space, which will cost less than a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment. At The Tremont, we offer all three, as we recognize that each senior has varying space needs and budgets.
Since senior living in Oviedo, FL, often involves a long-term commitment, you'd want to ensure the community you choose has a positive culture that aligns with your ideals and services that meet your needs and wants.
So, visit each of your prospects. Doing so lets you gauge their atmosphere and observe their amenities, staff, and residents.
During your visit, chat with the residents. Ask them if they're happy and satisfied and if they recommend the community.
Observe the cleanliness and safety measures within each community, too. You should also visit key areas, such as the dining room, shared spaces, outdoor spots, and on-site amenities (e.g., swimming pool, lounges, and salon). See how well-maintained they are.
Lastly, ask about the senior community's activities and events. Not only should they offer plenty of options, but they should also be dynamic, as this helps ensure you won't get bored with repetitive activities.
No. Not all senior living communities include meals as part of their services. Some offer them as an "extra" or optional amenity.
At The Tremont, we understand that even active and independent seniors don't always have the time to prepare and cook meals for themselves.
So, we make it easy for them to stay nourished by giving them access to three chef-prepared home-style meals daily. They can enjoy meals in the restaurant-style dining area, complete with attentive and friendly tableside service.
At The Tremont, we've invested in top-quality amenities, including a community center, a library, and well-maintained outdoor spaces, grounds, and gardens. Our lounge has a large screen TV, and we have a dedicated activity room and a bistro area.
There's also a screened and heated swimming pool, professional salon, and barbershop. Residents who want to cook from time to time can use their in-home kitchens, too.
We're also pet-friendly! Seniors can bring and live with their furry family members here.
From a thorough assessment of one's personal needs, preferences, and budget to visiting and gauging each community, these are the key steps to choosing the right senior living in Oviedo, FL.
If you're ready to begin your search, we invite you to visit and tour The Tremont today. We look forward to showing you how our independent living community with supportive services, top-notch amenities, and compassionate team members makes the lives of our residents happy, enjoyable, and convenient.
Call us today to schedule a tour of our pet-friendly community!