Supported independent living helps seniors thrive by giving them a safe, welcoming environment that fosters autonomy and helps them maintain self-reliance. At the same time, it offers them access to third-party supportive services, including personal care.
Access to supportive services is especially crucial for seniors, given that many will need some form of long-term support and care: two in three older adults, per the World Health Organization (WHO).
TerraBella Myrtle Beach, our retirement village in Myrtle Beach, a city known for its stunning beaches, family-friendliness, and being the “Miniature Golf Capital of the World,” specializes in promoting senior independence with help.
Here, residents can always exercise their autonomy in their everyday choices. They can also enjoy peace of mind knowing that they can easily access flexible care and support plans.
What Is the Difference Between Independent Living and Supported Independent Living?
At its core, independent living focuses on residents’ self-sufficiency and autonomy. Its primary goal is to deliver maintenance-free living to its residents, which it does by providing:
- Safe, livable, and comfortable senior apartment homes
- Housekeeping and apartment maintenance
- Maintenance of community grounds and shared spaces
The residents of typical independent living communities are typically in good to excellent health. They also have the physical and mental capability to care for themselves and handle daily tasks without others’ help.
Supported independent living is like independent living in that it gives residents a way to enjoy a maintenance-free senior lifestyle in Myrtle Beach.
The primary advantage is that supported independent living communities also provide access to various third-party care services. Such services typically involve delivering daily support in SC, which existing residents can regard as ideal aging in place options.
What Qualifies Someone for Independent Living?
For adults to qualify for independent living, they need to meet a minimum age requirement, typically 55 years old, as HelpGuide.org explains. It depends on one community to another, though, as some may have a higher age restriction (e.g., 60 or 65).
Older adults who wish to transition to a standard independent living community must usually be able to perform ADLs without others’ assistance. Another typical requirement is that they have no extensive care needs that require constant supervision.
Things are a bit different in supported independent living.
In a community like TerraBella Myrtle Beach, we understand that many seniors wish to live as independently as possible. However, they may have certain conditions that require them to have access to supportive services as needed.
How Does Supported Independent Living at TerraBella Myrtle Beach Help Seniors Thrive?
At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, our supported independent living options provide an excellent combination of self-reliance, autonomy, maintenance-free living, and peace of mind. Here’s how our compassionate services help seniors in Myrtle Beach, SC, thrive.
Fostering Independence
You’ll always have the freedom of choice from the moment you decide to join the TerraBella Myrtle Beach family.
You can make independent choices regarding the type of senior apartment you wish to call your next home. You can choose a suite, a one-bedroom apartment, or a two-bedroom apartment, whichever best suits your needs and preferences.
You can also choose to exercise your independence by cooking in the comfort and privacy of your senior apartment home. Depending on your selection, your living space can either have a full kitchen or a kitchenette. Alternatively, you can opt to enjoy one, two, or all three daily meals prepared for you by our talented chefs.
How you indulge your day is also entirely up to you. If you want, you’re always free to participate in the fun, engaging, and stimulating events and activities we prepare for our residents every day. If you have other plans, that’s completely fine, too.
Delivering Convenience
At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, we aim to help our residents make the most of their golden years, so we deliver services designed to ease burdens like housekeeping and home upkeep. Our friendly team provides light housekeeping every week.
Our expert team also works hard to ensure apartment homes and community spaces are hygienic, spotless, and well-maintained. Such services are not merely for convenience; they’re also for safety, as they can help minimize the risk of illnesses and falls.
Remember: Falls can take your independence away. As the U.S. CDC says, they’re common among seniors, affecting one in four older adults every year.
Providing Peace of Mind With On-Demand Supportive Services
If you need a helping hand from time to time for one or more ADLs, our senior living community’s on-site third-party supportive services have you covered. The same goes if you want your furry family member to get groomed by a professional.
Remember: If there’s anything you need, we’ll be happy to assist in any way we can.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does Supported Independent Living Help Seniors Age in Place?
By receiving the support they need when they need it, seniors can keep their health and well-being on track, which is a determinant of independence. If they can get the care services they need in one location, they would unlikely need to transition to another community with a different level of care.
Our senior living community’s safety measures can also help by contributing to our residents’ overall health and wellness. For example, our safety-assist handrails and emergency response systems can help mitigate the risk of injury-causing falls.
By avoiding such hazards, older adults can prevent loss of independence. Loss of independence, on the other hand, can give rise to the need for a higher level of care and support from others.
Who Should Consider Supported Independent Living?
Whether you’re a completely independent and active senior or you need occasional in-home support, supported independent living can be an excellent choice. The same goes true if you and your spouse have varying care needs.
Consider TerraBella Myrtle Beach as Your Next Home
At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, we’ve taken things several notches higher by providing high-quality, supported independent living.
Through our flexible approach, you or your older loved one can enjoy maintenance-free living. You also get the assurance that care and supportive services are always available, if and when needed.
See our beautiful, pet-friendly independent living community with supportive services in person! Call us to schedule a tour so you can determine why area families and seniors trust us and why you should consider us as your next home.
