Why Do Seniors Prefer Aging in Place?
Did you know that 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to live in their home rather than move to a senior care facility or a retirement centre? It’s really not hard to understand why. Even if many retirement facilities today have a lot of amenities like restaurants, bars, gyms and more, many seniors still prefer aging in place due to the following reasons: It is more comfortable You are definitely more comfortable in a place that you have lived in for years. You own the property and you have a say when it comes to your care and what to do with the property. Many seniors opt to live in their own home even if it means living alone because they want to be independent. The place is familiar Moving to a new place is a lot of work not just physically but also mentally. You aren’t just moving your things. You are also mentally moving your mind and spirit. If you have already established roots in your place, it is hard to move to a new and unfamiliar place.