With the New Year upon us, many seniors are in planning mode and considering the next step in their retirement. For some, it means finding a place where they can see themselves enjoying everyday life for many years to come.
Whether it is a choice to make for one of your loved ones or a life project for yourself, this decision is important and good support is essential.
Fortunately, you can find it at retirement homes like Chartwell, whose mission is to provide seniors with happy, healthy, safe and vibrant lives that meet their needs and those of their loved ones.
Chartwell owns and manages some forty residences in several regions of Quebec, meeting various needs and budgets.
Being able to count on daily support, breaking isolation, having a lot of flexibility … the advantages of opting for a private seniors’ residence (RPA) are numerous!
Why move into a residence?
Of course, before breaking house, it is better to question the reasons that guide your choice and assess your situation.
To better assess your needs, why not refer to the new practical guide How to choose a retirement home that’s right for you, developed by Chartwell to make your searches easier and more efficient.
For example, did you know that many retirement homes, like those at Chartwell, are designed as much for independent and active seniors as for those who appreciate receiving more support for various tasks of daily living (meal preparation, housekeeping? , etc.) or care (medication, travel assistance, etc.) as needed.
This close support considerably lightens the mental load of a caregiver, without however compromising the autonomy of the senior who benefits from it!
The attentive staff ensure the safety and well-being of residents, providing ongoing and necessary support. This peace of mind, which seniors and their loved ones need through human relationships, is the foundation of residence life at Chartwell.
Social benefits
The pandemic has had repercussions on the isolation of seniors, forcing those around them to limit contact with them to ensure their health and safety.
Canadian studies show that isolation is not only characteristic of winter for this population. In a portrait of the federal government on social isolation, the proportion of seniors at risk of isolation stands at 30%. By choosing to live in a residence, it is impossible to feel isolated!
Numerous on-site activities, organized outings, and opportunities to share a good meal, allow residents to socialize without them or their loved ones having to worry about the weather, travel or even their safety.
Book club, gardening, happy hour, fitness classes and brain gymnastics … the list goes on and there is always something to suit your taste!
The layout of the premises also offers residents great flexibility. Want to socialize? You can. Do you want to stay quiet in your apartment? You can too. Residence life is the best of both worlds!
What if residence life was for you? Chartwell advisors are here to answer all of your questions. Call them today or visit the site chartwell.com to download the new guide.