How to select an Active Senior Communities in India

The concept of senior community has emerged in India in the last few years, driven with the evolution of nuclear family where children are living abroad and outstation away from parents. The other main reason behind the increase in active senior communities in India is financial independence among senior citizens. The retirement communities come in two different category - independent living where seniors live on their own and assisted living where there is round the clock care suitable for seniors with ailment who needs assistance in minor tasks like eating, dressing, etc.

The main task is choosing the right senior retirement communities depending upon your needs and budget. They come in all the budget ranging from luxury to low budget. They are planned to bear in mind senior citizens comfort.

While choosing a retirement home the key factors to consider are as follows-

Facilities

The retirement homes provide many facilities for the comfort and stress-free living of senior citizens like a housekeeping, transportation, 24*7 security, panic alarms in the room, smoke detectors, fire alarms, recreational area for activities, physical fitness, etc. Before finalising the place, you should make sure that they have anti-skid tiles, ramps, elevators, wheelchair friendly places, etc.

Climate

Weather plays a vital role in maintaining good health. So, you should avoid places that have extreme weather conditions like Delhi which has extremely hot and cold weather or coastal areas like Goa. The ideal place for active senior communities in India where the climate is moderate throughout the year are Banglore, Chennai, Pune, Tamil Nadu, etc.

Location

The idea behind the senior community is to provide noise and pollution-free environment to senior citizens. Most of the senior living communities are built in the outskirts of a city in remote areas. However, what matters is quick road connectivity in case of emergency.

Healthcare

With age comes many health issues, some may need regular medical care. Therefore, when selecting the senior retirement communities look for reliable medical facilities including hospital contact, 24*7 pharmacy and immediate medicate assistance facility in case of emergency. Though many retirement communities these days have a tie-up with ayurvedic, homoeopathic and allopathic practitioners.

These are the few essential points to be kept in mind while choosing the retirement community. If you are in South India and looking for a retirement home, you must visit and try Bahri estates, Anandam, designed for the comfort and luxury of senior citizens at an affordable price. bahriestates.com/