The landscape of senior living is rapidly changing along with the rise of the ageing population. Adults close to retirement or senior citizens are looking to move to an environment that is supportive, help them be independent, keep them active and comfortable while giving importance to their well being. Traditional nursing homes or old age homes are taking a backseat and senior living communities, with complete amenities and world class facilities are being embraced. This is where innovation and comfort meet to provide for the diverse and day to day needs of the elders and these senior living homes are becoming a popular choice for many.

In this blog, we explore the top trends shaping the future of senior living for comfortable and independent ageing.

Connected and safer living with smarter technology

Technology is a boon for seniors as it has improved their lives drastically. With the use of technology, they feel safer, live independent lives, be connected and are able to enjoy many different comforts in their old age. Some of these technologies include voice-activated assistants, wearable health monitors, fall detection sensors and smart home systems to help seniors manage their daily tasks and monitor their health when needed.

Customised living options for seniors

We don’t live in a one-size-fits-all world anymore. Seniors today can choose how they want to live and the amenities they need based on their preferences and requirements. With ‘ageing in place’ in mind, senior retirement homes are customising many things within their spaces, including:

• The design: wide doorways, ramps, smart lighting, geriatric toilets, gyms and more.
• The food: nutritious meals according to the senior’s dietary guidelines and needs.
• The support: customised support and round the clock staff to help with the physical and mental challenges of the senior.

Communities with wellness in mind

Mental wellness is as important as physical health and today’s senior living communities understand this. Many of them offer everything from fitness classes tailored to their mobility levels, health conditions and other factors. They also offer regular mental health check ins and regular outings to help them move about and reduce the feeling of stress, isolation and being in one place.

Social connection and community living

Isolation is a big problem for seniors living on their own or alone. Senior living communities address this issue by designing their living conditions to provide shared spaces, group activities, and community events. They also have community activities to support their hobbies and interests, conduct workshops, guest lectures, online classes and more to keep them engaged.

With these positive things in place in the current senior living communities, the future of senior living also looks bright. By integrating technology, wellness, flexible care, and a strong sense of community, senior living leaders are creating environments where older adults can thrive. If you’re on the hunt for one, take Paripoorna’s Aishwaryam into consideration. This first-class senior living community is located at Madhampatty, and is one of the top retirement communities in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. A gated and safe space, with the best amenities and importance to comfortable living, this is the right choice for your golden years. Come see it for yourself before taking the big step forward; we await your arrival!