Deciding What's Important to You in a Senior Apartment

You love your current home, but now it’s time to enjoy a life without the hassle of homeownership. If you want to live life to the fullest, typical apartment amenities just won’t work.

 So what kind of senior apartment is right for your retirement? Look at these most sought-after senior living amenities and find out how you can find an apartment that features everything you need for a tailored and enriched lifestyle.

Search for a Welcoming Community

Being part of a community whose residents may have similar interests makes it easy to get out and enjoy the company of your neighbors. You’ll feel encouraged to maintain new relationships and socialize in unique settings like art and group exercise classes.

When you tour a senior apartment, make sure the community makes it easy for you to coordinate with other residents to attend classes, events or simply enjoy a walk in the park.

Ask the community you’re interested in for a copy of their activities calendar. That way, you can get a good idea of how you can spend your time during retirement.

Find Floor Plans That Meet Your Needs

Even though senior apartments are smaller than a house, they still have huge potential. You can still fit your favorite recliner in the living area, put a small flatscreen into your bedroom, and have plenty of storage space for important things like pictures and holiday decorations.

There are even plenty of 2-bedroom senior floor plans for those who need an extra room for an office or to focus on wellness activities like meditation and yoga.

You can find apartments with plenty of style, too! The best senior floor plans have interior features like 9-foot ceilings, granite countertops, walk-in showers, and large bedroom closets.

Square footage can vary widely by community. Independent Living communities usually have spacious floor plans, while Assisted Living communities offer smaller apartments that are equipped to help seniors who need assistance with daily activities.

Live in a Community Where Life Is Easier

Many communities offer access to on-site covered parking garages for your vehicle. However, there are days when driving here and there seems like a chore. That’s when convenient services like scheduled transportation to medical visits, the grocery store, and off-site events make life a lot more relaxing.

Look for senior apartments in Houston that have amenities and services that will make your daily, monthly, and weekly tasks easier.

For example, regular haircuts are just a walk away in a community with a full-service salon and barbershop, and laundry is a breeze when a community offers weekly linen services.

Search for a Senior Living Community That Has Updated Kitchens

Floor plans are very important, but food in a senior living community is a big deal too. If you’re still planning on cooking your own delicious meals at home, you want a senior apartment with updated kitchen appliances and enough counter space to prepare your food.

However, if you want to indulge in everything senior living offers, you need a community that has restaurant-style dining, menu items that taste incredible, and flexible dining hours that can accommodate your schedule.

Look for Pet-Friendly Senior Apartments

The best senior living communities know how much your dog or cat means to you, which is why they feature pet-friendly senior apartments. Every community has its own pet policy, so make sure you ask about breed, weight, and other restrictions when you schedule your tour.

Ask about ways for you and your four-legged family member to get out and stay active. Senior living communities located near parks and walking trails are perfect for you and your dog to get out and stretch your legs. Some communities even have on-site dog parks.

Find a Rewarding Life in Our Senior Apartments at The Village of Meyerland

Nestled between Brays Bayou and North Braeswood Boulevard in Houston, The Village of Meyerland has 1- and 2- bedroom senior apartments filled with updated features.

To learn more about our rental community, contact one of our senior living representatives online or call us at 713-665-4141, and we’ll schedule a tour as soon as possible!