1. Maintaining Independence

    One of the primary reasons why seniors should stay in their homes is to maintain their independence. Seniors at home can control their lives and make their own decisions. Additionally, they can keep their familiar routines and continue to live in the same community where they have built relationships.

  2. Comfortable and Familiar Surroundings

    Another reason seniors should stay in their homes is that they are more comfortable and familiar with their surroundings. Key to our approach is keeping seniors living in their homes surrounded by memories and belongings that hold personal meaning. Additionally, they can often remain in contact with their friends and family members who live nearby.

  3. Cost-Effective

    Staying in one’s home is often more cost-effective than moving to a senior living facility. Seniors who live at home typically have lower housing, food, and transportation costs. Additionally, they may be eligible for government programs to help offset living costs at home.

  4. Better Physical Health

    Seniors who stay in their homes typically have better physical health than those who move to senior living facilities. Studies have shown that seniors who live at home are less likely to experience a decline in physical health and have a lower risk of developing chronic health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes.

  5. Better Mental Health

    In addition to better physical health, seniors who stay in their homes also tend to have better mental health than those who move to senior living facilities. Studies have shown that seniors who live at home are less likely to experience depression and anxiety and have a lower risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

  6. Greater Sense of Purpose

    Seniors who stay in their homes often have a greater sense of purpose than those who move to senior living facilities. Seniors who live at home typically have more opportunities to interact with others and engage in activities that give them a sense of purpose. Additionally, they often feel needed and valued by their loved ones, which can boost self-esteem and self-worth.

  7. More Flexibility

    Another advantage of seniors staying in their homes is that they have more flexibility when making decisions about their lives. Seniors who live at home can make choices about how they spend their time, what activities they participate in, and whom they socialize with. Additionally, they can change their living arrangements if they need or want to do so.

  8. Increased Safety

    Seniors who stay in their homes often have increased safety compared to those who move to senior living facilities. This is because seniors; living at home are typically familiar with their surroundings and know how to navigate them safely. Additionally, most homes have safety features such as smoke detectors and security systems that can help protect seniors from accidents or injuries.

  9. Access to services

    Seniors who live in their own homes often has better access to services than those who live in institutional settings. Home-based services such as Meals on Wheels and transportation services can help seniors maintain their independence and quality of life. Additionally, there are often more social activities available for seniors who live in the community than those who reside in long-term care facilities.

  10. Continuity of care

    When seniors stay in their homes, they can often continue receiving care from the same doctor, nurse, or other healthcare providers they have seen for many years. This continuity of care can be essential, especially for seniors with chronic health conditions. Additionally, it can be easier for family members to coordinate care for a senior if they remain home.