What Are The Types Of Senior Citizen Homes? Which One Should You Pick?

Speak to anyone on the Primus campus, and you’ll know how much everyone loves living here. There is a certain charm that our residents found genuinely irresistible. Not just amenities, Primus is tailor-made to suit the lives of seniors and not just address their needs. Whether it is their diet, travel or social lives, we’ve covered a spectrum of services seniors might need. 

However, not all seniors are the same; their needs change with age and life. Here are the types of senior living homes

Family homes: A family home is an old-school way of senior living. Sure, it works great if there is a large family, but with most seniors living by themselves in big bungalows, there are some apparent shortcomings to living here. By employing help, most seniors can create a semblance of safety and comfort, but if the help doesn’t show up or isn’t dedicated enough, it becomes stressful rather than comforting. 

Independent senior community: Essentially, the kind of senior living homes Bangalore that Primus offers. These communities are perfect for seniors who want to move into a space with other like-minded individuals but are still looking for independence and privacy. With growing concerns about safety, comforts, and senior-friendly architecture, these senior communities make sense for most seniors. Additionally, given that seniors now feel lonelier than ever, senior communities offer ample opportunities to socialise and create a sense of community.

Assisted homes: Assisted living options are ideal for those who require medical care but don’t need it round the clock. Maybe medication, help with smaller tasks, exercise, keeping track of diets, etc. Assisted living is ideal for individuals who need some degree of medical attention; they also have enough opportunities to socialise and meet people in their age group. 

Nursing homes: With old age come illnesses; several nursing homes cater to ailing seniors. The care that seniors need at times is highly intensive and requires a lot of care. Care is handled by medical professionals in nursing homes, helping seniors recover faster and receive round-the-clock care. Care includes personal hygiene, food, and medication, among others. However, nursing homes can be temporary arrangements in case the senior has suffered from an injury or is going through a temporary health crisis. 

Palliative care: Seniors who suffer from terminal health issues need round-the-clock care, medical assistance and highly specialised nurses to care for them, along with some specialised medical equipment. Palliative care isn’t so much a ‘home’ as a living arrangement similar to a hospital. Many senior homes in Bangalore provide care for patients with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. 

Seniors opt for several other living options, from senior citizen homes in Bangalore to senior-friendly villa communities. Finding a home that makes sense for you and your needs is essential. Post-retirement life is about finding yourself and rekindling old interests, and you should find a space that makes you celebrate your age. 

The Primus community in Bangalore and Chennai is a beautiful, diverse place that offers a great chance for seniors to be themselves without any worry. Come, and join our young seniors!