A Small Space Can Make A Big Difference!
Is it possible to live well in a small apartment home? It’s a common question that many seniors ask. With the cost of senior housing on the rise, many are considering downsizing to a new living style and smaller footprint. Will a smaller space work for you? Going smaller may bring you comfort, relief and save you money. Just take a look.
The Benefits
Right now, you have a home with lots of rooms full of furniture, and a lot of things that you probably don’t need, use, or want. Like most people, you’ve got a favorite chair, along with your kitchen table and your bed that you use every day. Yet, you have several rooms full of things that you have to spend time, money, and effort to maintain. If you’re no longer able to maintain a home full of things, it can be overwhelming to have so much “stuff.”
One of the great things about the apartment living lifestyle is that you have the opportunity to choose belongings that you use the most, and the ones that bring you the most joy. You can take the things you use and want to your new space. You may even find that it’s a relief not to have so many things. In fact, giving away old treasures to those who will appreciate them can be very satisfying.
Another benefit to apartment living is that smaller apartments can be bright and open with no dark and lonely rooms. Lastly, let’s not overlook the financial benefit… larger square footage comes at a cost, so choosing a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment can help your money go further.
What is important to you in a senior living space?
If you said safety, convenience, comfort, and companionship, then you're in luck. Secure entrances, accessibility, attractive amenities, friendly staff, and nice neighbors are part of community living at The Fields.
When you see our apartments, you may be surprised. Yes, they are smaller than a house, but often not as small as you may have thought. And with the right planning of furniture and flow, your new home will feel cozy and comfortable without the hassle of so much "stuff." It's refreshing! Keep in mind, that common areas like the lobby, library, community room, and fitness center are all part of your home at The Fields too (and you don't have to clean all that space).
Decreasing Space, Increasing Life.
A senior community gives you many opportunities to engage in social activities, attend events onsite, go and on field trips. You'll have peace of mind in a lovely, safe, maintenance-free setting, with options for services like housekeeping, or delicious meals at Arbor Glen Senior Living next door.
Ways to Live Well in an Apartment
- Get creative with shelving…go vertical to save space
- Wall mount the television or use a stand that has storage
- Get a comfy twin- or full-size bed and cheerful linens
- Use curtains to warm up & soften your space
- Make use of every corner…consider a large floor plant, corner storage cabinets and placing a cozy chair at a diagonal
- Double duty furniture (ex: ottoman that has storage)
- Get the floor plan with dimensions as a planning tool in choosing what to bring with and what you can pass along to someone else
- Remember to utilize under the bed storage bins
At the The Fields, our goal is to help our residents maintain a high quality of life. We understand that making the decision to move into a 55+ Active Adult community is hard—and downsizing to an apartment can be difficult. That’s why we’re here to support you. We are happy to answer your questions, take you on a tour, and help in any way we can.