Senior living: an ideal alternative to aging in place at home for seniors

FALLBROOK – As seniors emerge from isolation at home and look for opportunities to be more active and involved with others again, many are considering a move to a senior living community, where socializing is easier and the day-to-day lifestyle advantages far outweigh the perceived benefits of aging in place at home.

Independence or isolation?

Studies find that seniors often equate aging in place at home with independence, but ironically, this often results in more isolation and less independence. After the passing of a spouse or close friends, growing physical challenges, a desire to drive less frequently and the current state of the pandemic, many seniors have simply retreated to their homes. They order goods online and venture outside less often, participate infrequently in the activities they once enjoyed, and find themselves eating with less variety and overall nutrition.

When asked what it would take to consider a move to senior living, seniors cite more opportunities to socialize, better food choices and relief from maintaining a house and property that are also aging.

A better solution

For seniors desiring more independence, senior living could in fact be the solution. The community of Silvergate Fallbrook – a premier retirement community that has been serving seniors with award-winning care for more than 35 years – offers seniors and their families a retirement lifestyle rich with the events, activities, amenities, services and outstanding cuisine that seniors are seeking, plus the added benefit of a close-knit community.

"Many seniors have themselves convinced that remaining in their home keeps them independent," said Patricia Martinez, who serves as the executive director at Silvergate Fallbrook. "In reality they often become less social, more isolated, and more dependent on outside help, especially from family, when they remain at home. Our Silvergate community encourages involvement in day-to-day activities, and lets seniors enjoy their own time again. And, of course, should they ever need care, our award-winning team is always available here."

Year-round activities

The planned social activities and regularly scheduled events at Silvergate offer a myriad of opportunities for camaraderie and new friendships. Because being socially engaged and staying physically active are key to seniors' health and longevity, Silvergate's Activities Team works diligently to provide fun-filled activities year-round, including: group fitness classes such as yoga, tai chi, and strength training as well as social clubs and exciting off site excursions, like trips to the Del Mar Race Track, the Old Globe Theater and the Hotel Del Coronado.

"I'm so happy my daughter found Silvergate," said Mari Spirito whose family visited Silvergate several times on her journey to selecting a senior living community. She found the size of Silvergate's campus and the number of residents more appealing than a larger retirement community environment. "I have everything I need here. The food is delicious and there's so much to do. This is my home now!"

Seniors find day-to-day life easier

Other key advantages to residing at Silvergate include beautiful one and two-bedroom apartments, maintenance-free living, chef-prepared cuisine, extended education classes, private transportation services, weekly housekeeping, and the scheduling of doctors' appointments – all taken care of by Silvergate's professional staff.

Seniors can discover firsthand how much more independence Silvergate offers over the isolation of aging in-place at home. They can book a private tour of the community and enjoy a free lunch too. For details, call Helen Gray at 760-728-8880. General information about the independent living, assisted living and memory care accommodations can be found at SilvergateRR.com/FB. Silvergate Fallbrook is located at 420 Elbrook Drive, Fallbrook.

Submitted by Silvergate Fallbrook.