With no more worries of home maintenance or the many daily tasks that seem to come with living on your own at home, independent living communities offer the freedom to fill your day as you choose. What exactly will you do with your newfound time?
At St. Mark Village, we have lots of suggestions, because we’ve seen how our residents make the most of all the opportunities that our community provides. And our unique Palm Harbor location puts you within walking distance of several banks, restaurants and shops. In addition, the proximity to US Hwy 19 makes it easy to access to favorite destinations.
So, if you’re worrying that you might grow bored or feel useless when you move to senior living, here are just a few of the reasons why we think you have nothing to fear.
In fact, we warn you: you might just find yourself busier and more active than ever!
Independent living communities: how will you spend your time?
You may have heard life in a senior living community is like being on a year-round vacation. And while that sounds very relaxing, you can’t imagine yourself sitting in a deck chair all day long. You won’t have to—in fact, you can be as engaged and involved as you choose.
Look at just a few of things independent living communities offer:
Fitness and wellness
You might be an avid runner. Or, you might have put away your athletic shoes years ago and let time get past you. Either way, you can jump right into a new fitness regimen in independent living communities, and you can do it at your own pace.
Join a fun Zumba class, try some line dancing, chair yoga, or catch up with the walking club and meet your daily step goal. Maybe you’re keen to improve your balance through new stretching exercises or build strength with Pilates. You’ll find the resources and expertise you need to continue your pursuit of healthy aging and longevity.
Wellness is a priority in today’s independent living communities, and you’re sure to find plenty of activities that help you stay active and strong.
Download our free guide: Just The Facts: Your Guide to Independent Living
Staying social
Being around people you enjoy is key to mental, emotional and physical health. But it can be hard to do when you’re living at home on your own. Independent living communities are overflowing with opportunities to meet others, socialize, and share experiences throughout the year.
Play some trivia, challenge your neighbors to a round of dominos, try your luck at cornhole competition, or try something completely new. There’s usually a class or workshop in activities such as painting, crafts, knitting, woodworking and more. And if there’s not a class in your favorite hobby, you most likely can start one. Join the group for a scheduled excursion to a nearby park, festival, or museum. Don’t forget birthday parties and holiday celebrations—much more fun when many friends are around!
Entertaining family and friends
Your new residence extends well past your door and includes all the extraordinary amenities that surround you. So why not share? Have your friends over for brunch or happy hour. Invite the grandkids to join you in the pool or Wii bowling. When holidays roll around, reserve the private dining room for a special family dinner. The culinary staff will most likely be eager to help you come up with something fabulous.
Everyone will love seeing how delightful your new home is, while you play host or hostess without doing all the work!
Learning and exploring
Sitting at home doesn’t really open up the world to you. But when you’re surrounded by interesting peers who’ve traveled, raised their families, or earned distinction in their careers, you are in for a treat!
Independent living communities offer all kinds of classes in international culture, current events, health and wellness, arts, literature and more. It’s never hard to find a discussion group on just about any topic. You also have access to a library and computer center so you can easily stay connected and up to date with world events.
Finding a new purpose
You’ve most likely accomplished many things in your life. Now it’s your time to do those things you’ve always wanted to try, but maybe didn’t have the time.
In senior living, you can join a volunteer project like a food or clothing drive. Help set up a special event. Offer your talents to help others, from serving as a mentor to helping decorate for a holiday to showing prospective new residents around the community. The world is quite literally yours.
Learning new things, trying new experiences, reimagining what is possible. That’s how independent living at St. Mark Village can make you feel. Living in an environment that fulfills your every need—body, mind, and spirit—inspires you to embrace your independence as never before.
And with St. Mark Village’s ideal location, you can easily walk to favorite shops and restaurants, or invite friends and family to enjoy you for excursions to favorite local destinations along nearby US Hwy 19.
St. Mark Village offers you more than great retirement living, with the added reassurance of seamless access to future care options. St. Mark Village offers you a great way of life!
We’d love to tell you more.
Who knew independent living could be this much fun? Download our free guide, Just The Facts: Your Guide to Independent Living or contact us to schedule a visit. We’d love to hear from you.
