As we age, remaining in our homes seems to be a great idea. Although homeownership can be familiar and comfortable, there are also many stressors that come along with that choice. Your home ages, too, and that means more maintenance and costly repairs over time.
The Costs of Home Maintenance
According to estimates from insurance companies like State Farm, you should budget for 1 – 4% of your home’s value for yearly maintenance. “For example, for a home valued at $200,000, you would budget $2,000 to $8,000 per year to spend on annual upkeep.”
In addition to maintenance costs, have you considered the costs associated with updating your home to make it more accessible? Over time, it may be more challenging to get up and down those flights of stairs or get in and out of your existing tub or shower. Home advisor reports that you could expect to spend $10,000 – $15,000 on average to update a bathroom and up to $50,000 to update a large master bathroom.
You may be wondering, what are some affordable and more convenient alternatives? Consider senior living.
Transitioning from home to a senior apartment in Austin, TX has many perks. Let’s take a look at a few.
Fewer hassles
As noted above, there are many costs associated with maintaining and updating a home to make it more accommodating. When making the move to a spacious, modern, senior apartment at a community like SoCo Village in Austin, TX, you get to leave those worries behind. You’ll enjoy an independent lifestyle with:
- Friendly housekeeping service weekly, including laundry and personal linens.
- Southern cooking provided by a dedicated culinary chef and team daily.
- Scheduled transportation for groceries, errands, and outings.
- Your small dog or cat; we are a pet-friendly community.
Let us take care of the chores so that you can spend more time doing what you enjoy, like exploring Austin or relaxing at home.
More time for your social life
Another perk of senior living is always having something fun to get into. Research shows that it’s very important for seniors to remain socially active. There are numerous mental and physical benefits to staying engaged with others and preventing isolation. At SoCo Village, you’ll have the opportunity to meet like-minded people and enjoy hobbies like art, gardening, catching a movie in the theater or taking up yoga. You’ll have plenty of extra time to get social when you:
- Look great and feel great with dressing, bathing, and grooming assistance.
- Stay active with a monthly schedule packed full of exercise, social events, and excursions.
- Make new friends while exploring your interests.
A caring community
Our assisted living services are here to provide you with as little or as much help as you need. If managing daily life has become overwhelming, we’re here to help by providing:
- Care associates on-site 24/7
- A full-time licensed nurse
- Medication administration and management
- Activities of daily living assistance, which include grooming, bathing, mobility, and more
- Continuous monitoring of health, behavior, and more based on individualized care plans
If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the expert care provided in The Retreat offers security, consistency and a calming, therapeutic environment. Whatever level of care you or your loved one needs, SoCo Village will customize the perfect care plan.
We’re here to make life easier so that you can spend time with your new friends, your four- legged friends, and your family.
Are you ready to trade the hassles of your home for a new, better, more convenient one?
Come see what we’re all about at SoCo Village. We’ll be happy to show you how great life can be at your new senior apartment in Austin, TX. Contact us today.