{"id":34880,"date":"2022-05-05T11:08:40","date_gmt":"2022-05-05T16:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/?p=34880"},"modified":"2023-10-16T11:49:08","modified_gmt":"2023-10-16T16:49:08","slug":"the-time-to-move-into-independent-living-is-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/blog\/the-time-to-move-into-independent-living-is-now\/","title":{"rendered":"The Time For Moving to a Senior Community Is&#8230;Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bethesda residents frequently tell us they wished they\u2019d moved into a <a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/\">Bethesda Independent Living community<\/a> sooner.\u00a0 Either the stress of home maintenance had become too much, or relying on family members to help with cooking and cleaning had become too burdensome.\u00a0 Bethesda residents find that moving to a senior community offers new friends and new found freedoms.<\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/21230352\/91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f\" class=\"hs-cta-img aligncenter\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/21230352\/91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f.png\" alt=\"Discover our services, amenities, and activities designed to promote an enjoyable lifestyle for seniors. Book a tour \u2192\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(21230352, '91e67f75-97d1-4ef0-b2c3-789f14f6097f', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4 Reasons Why it\u2019s Better to Move to a Senior Community Now Rather Than Later<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>1. You make the decision <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Often, older adults will share they prefer to \u201cwait until something happens\u201d before deciding on a senior community. Unfortunately, by doing this, you risk being forced to make a quick decision without having done your research.\u00a0 So the earlier you start your search, the more you decide what your priorities are in choosing your new home!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Maintain health and wellness<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>By moving into a Bethesda independent living community, you no longer having to worry about shoveling snow or cleaning hard-to-reach areas. Exercise classes and on-site therapy ensures healthy bones and muscles.\u00a0 Restaurant-style dining means delicious balanced meals.\u00a0 Social gatherings and out trips provides you with the mental well-being you can\u2019t enjoy if you are isolated at home.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Renew relationships with family<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Often, our adult children become the caregiver when trying to keep us at home and the relationship gets strained.\u00a0 But now, when your daughter visits, she gets to relax and enjoy your company instead of worrying about cleaning your home or making sure you\u2019re are eating well! By living at a Bethesda independent living community, your children can have peace of mind that your needs are met, while also enjoying the amenities of the community with you!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. We handle the move<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The thought of moving from a home you\u2019ve lived in for decades can be daunting, but Bethesda\u2019s \u201cMoving with Ease\u201d program manages the process with every step. Our team can design a floor plan that allows you to bring your important possessions, as well as carefully packing and unpacking your belongings on move-in day.\u00a0 You will walk into your new apartment without having to worry about a thing!\u00a0 Instead of stressing about the logistics of moving, you can look forward to living your best life in your new home!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bethesda has\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/blog\/2021\/01\/05\/rethinking-retirement-finding-right-community\/\">retirement living options<\/a>\u00a0across the St. Louis area. Learn more about a community near you, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/\">contact us\u00a0<\/a>to schedule a virtual or in-person tour.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/21230352\/b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839\" class=\"hs-cta-img aligncenter\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/21230352\/b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839.png\" alt=\"Book a Tour - Banner blog CTA 2\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(21230352, 'b5144f64-ba06-450c-9c7f-7bd111536839', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">independent living<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/assisted-living\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assisted living<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/memory-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memory care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/skilled-nursing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skilled nursing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Bethesda offers the right amenities, services, programming, and staff to make every day full of purpose. See for yourself and tour our independent living communities, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/bethesda-barclay-house\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bethesda Barclay House &#8211; Clayton<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/bethesda-gardens\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bethesda Gardens &#8211; Kirkwood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/bethesda-orchard\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bethesda Orchard &#8211; Webster Groves<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/bethesda-terrace\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bethesda Terrace &#8211; South County<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/village-north-retirement-community\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Village North Retirement Community &#8211; Florissant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bethesdahealth.org\/living-options\/independent-living\/the-oaks-at-bethesda\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Oaks at Bethesda Villas &#8211; Kirkwood\/Webster<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bethesda residents frequently tell us they wished they\u2019d moved into a Bethesda Independent Living community sooner.\u00a0 Either the stress of home maintenance had become too much, or relying on family members to help with cooking and cleaning had become too burdensome.\u00a0 Bethesda residents find that moving to a senior community offers new friends and new [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":34888,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-34880","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-independent-living","category-senior-living"],"aioseo_notices":[],"acf":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO Pro 4.9.0 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Bethesda residents frequently tell us they wished they\u2019d moved into a Bethesda Independent Living community sooner. 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