What Are My Current and Future Needs?
To know if living in a retirement home is right for you, it is first important to identify your needs. As they can change over time, think about the conditions and space that will suit you in the years to come.
Different criteria to consider when making your decision:
- Your state of physical and mental health
- Your level of autonomy
- Your overall pace and lifestyle
- The level of comfort
- Your social and family life
- The level of security and supervision
By creating an inventory of these initial needs, you could for instance choose to stay at home as long as you remain independent. Alternatively, if you feel the need to live in a more secure and supervised environment, a retirement home may be a choice to consider.
Staying at Home or Living in a Retirement Home: How to Decide?
First and foremost, did you know that there exists a wide variety of retirement homes seniors? Each offers a distinct living environment, services and accommodation for the elderly, which correspond to different needs and conditions.
For instance, some retirement homes offer accommodation for independent retirees, with many activities and amenities. Residents maintain their independence, while benefiting from on-site services such as household help, meals, transportation and security devices (surveillance cameras, etc.).
Other residences are more suitable for people with a loss of physical or cognitive autonomy and offer partial or full medical and paramedical assistance.
When choosing between living in a senior living home or staying at home, here are some questions to ask yourself:
- Is my current accommodation suitable for me?
- Would I appreciate freeing myself from certain daily tasks (cleaning, meals, medication management, etc.)?
- Do I want more social contact and daily activities?
- Would I like to live in a safer space and get help in case of difficulty (a fall, health problem, etc.)?
- Do I need physical, medical or psychological assistance to carry out certain daily activities?
In addition, consider the financial aspect when making your choice! Indeed, staying at home or living in a residence entail different costs. Take stock of your finances to compare the cost of living at home and in senior housing.
What Is My Budget?
Once you have identified your needs, the next step is to establish your budget. By making an inventory of your income and expenses, you will be able to better assess which choice suits your finances best.
In addition to your usual income, did you know that it is possible to obtain tax credits for home support for seniors in elderly housing? Different aids and benefits are available depending on your age, your personal situation and your income.
Explore our guide to find out about all the financial assistance for retirees to which you are entitled. If you need assistance, do not hesitate to seek advice from our team of agents at 1 844-918-1020.
Are you interested in the option of living in a residence and would you like to get an idea of the prices? Prices vary depending on the type of accommodation, the services offered and the location. Discover the costs by region of retirement homes in Quebec to get an idea of current prices.
The Advantages of Living in a Retirement Home for Seniors
Finally, by choosing to move into a retirement home, you can benefit from the following:
- Varied choice of accommodation for the elderly (sizes and conditions)
- Safety, accessibility and comfort equipment for the elderly
- Services available on site (medical care, pharmacies, shuttles, sports, games, outings, etc.)
- Housekeeping, meals or other daily services on site
- Assistance with daily tasks in the event of loss of autonomy
- Presence of teams of health professionals
- Lively social life with many activities and community spaces
- Assistance in case of problems or emergencies
Do you feel ready to live in a retirement home and would like to explore the choices in your area? Follow our guide to find out how to choose a retirement home.
Get Assistance to Help You Choose A Retirement Home for Seniors That is Adapted to Your Needs!
Would you like to find a senior living home but don't know where to start? The Bonjour Résidences team will be happy to help you choose the best private retirement home that meets your needs, your budget and the region of your choice. Contact us at 1-844-918-1020 to let us know about your criteria and get personalized advice!
