Active Senior Lifestyles

Article submitted by Rick Magnussen, Executive Director, "The Madison" in Sun City West, Arizona.
For more information, he can be reached at 623-584-1999.

One thing we all hope for in our retirement years is the ability to maintain our Independence and enjoy what life has to offer. To truly enjoy our golden years we sometimes need to rid ourselves of property and other demanding household chores such as cooking, cleaning, yard work, etc.

If you think you would enjoy a no hassle lifestyle with plenty to do you should consider an independent retirement community. Most communities offer 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments with full kitchens, in case you want to cook a meal, or you can eat 3 delicious meals in a dining room setting. If you are tired of cleaning, washing and scrubbing all the time; independent communities will do that for you, even though a washer and dryer is provide for those who wish to continue to do their own chores.

Active seniors can choose to continue driving or take advantage of the bus and limousine services provided by the communities. Like to swim, exercise - remain physically challenged - a lot of independent retirement communities have pools and personal trainers. Social events and major outings are always being planned by the retirement community activities director for all to enjoy.

Another wonderful amenity to most retirement communities is the Home Health Core Services that can be taken advantage of for a small cost. You can arrange for some daily help with you personal needs while recovering from illness or other minor health problems.

The sky is the limit when you find the area and community that you like in your retirement years. Tell the communities what your needs are and your space requirements and they will put together a package that is right for you. A good question to ask is" what your tailor made package includes". Most Active Retirement Communities require no buy-in fees or long term leases. In most retirement communities rent, food, utilities, parking and all social activities are include for one price with the only extra expense being telephone. 911 service are generally built into the community services.

Independent retirement communities were created to help you enjoy your golden years to the fullest extent. Take a tour of some communities in your neighborhood and find out for yourself what all the hub-bub is about, you won't be disappointed!