Airdrie offers an increasing number of superb retirement homes. Communities include contemporary, accessible accommodations, a full schedule of activities, and many delightful amenities built just for you. Below, find an overview of senior living, a list of tools to help you choose, and more.
Senior living in Airdrie
Many seniors live in homes that have become too much for them to manage, in neighbourhoods where everyone else is much younger than them. Contrast this with the lifestyle you’ll find when you move into a retirement home like those listed above. These offer updated buildings peopled with peers who are all right outside the door. The availability of care staff means that you’re safe and your family can rest in peace, knowing that you’re looked after, 24/7.
On top of that, there are many onsite amenities that will make your life full, and you’ll never need to go anywhere to enjoy a great day with new friends.
Here’s a brief glance at some activities you’ll find right in the home where you live:
- Swimming pools and exercise facilities that will entice you to stay active
- Bistros, onsite pubs, and dining rooms where you can mix, mingle and chat with others
- In-house theatres with movie nights and other events
- Health and beauty services including salons, spas, and more
- Learning centres and libraries
- Book clubs, arts and crafts, and a wide array of other personal growth opportunities
Of course, there are also outings to attractions in both Airdrie and Calgary, and there are many outdoor activities during the spring and summer. These include gardening, shuffleboard, bocce, pickleball, and many more activities. All these activities offer opportunities to commune with the friends you make, learn from each other, and share in the joy of senior living in Airdrie. You’re also, of course, leaving behind all the pesky nitty gritty of home ownership, including housework, home upkeep, monthly bills, and more. Finally, one of the best side effects of moving to one of the Airdrie senior living communities listed above is family’s peace of mind, knowing you’re safe.
Choosing a retirement home
The following is an abbreviated guide to all the tools and information on ComfortLife.ca that can help you choose the right Airdrie retirement home.
The best time to make the move is when you are still able to move forward on your own and, with as much foresight as possible, choose a home that you can live in for the rest of your life. You should consult with a financial advisor to fully understand assets at your disposal. Project how long these financial assets will last, and learn all you can about costs of Airdrie retirement homes, as well as what kind of care is available. You can learn that from homes listed above.
The fact is that many people move when they need care, which often makes the decision process more challenging. However, we offer handy tools, linked to, below that help you make a more informed and assured decision.
Learn much more about the decision and moving process at the following links:
- Steps in the choosing process.
- Questions about retirement home costs you should ask while touring
- Funds available and how to pay for a retirement home
Find the right Airdrie retirement community using our Retirement Tour Checklist. This indispensible guidebook gives you all the right questions to ask communities.
Read full guides to care types:
- Independent living in Airdrie and all Alberta
- Supportive living in Airdrie and all Alberta
- Alzheimer’s and memory care in Airdrie and all Alberta
