Although moving yourself or a loved one from your home into an assisted living community or a memory care community can be an emotional and overwhelming life change, it is also a chance for a new start. This is your chance to create a warm, welcoming environment that feels like home.
Your new senior living space should reflect your (or your loved one’s) personality. It should offer comfort and provide a sense of familiarity. With a few thoughtful touches and creativity, you can transform your senior living apartment into a place you love.
Tips to make your senior living apartment feel like a home
Try something new
Retirement is the perfect time to try something new, whether it’s the latest design trend or something you’ve always wanted to try but couldn’t. When raising a family, we tend to decorate for function and sensibility to accommodate growing kids and busy lifestyles. Shy of bringing a drum set into your new apartment, you should take control of how you use your space. Have fun!
Bring your favorite belongings
When moving into a new space, bringing along your most loved and treasured belongings is essential for creating a sense of comfort and familiarity. Surrounding yourself with cherished items such as family photographs, favorite artwork, family heirlooms, and antiques will help you acclimate to your new surroundings.
These personal items will infuse your senior living apartment with special memories and make it feel more like home.
Create a functional and organized space
A well-organized living space promotes efficiency and creates a calming and comfortable home. Donate, throw away, or pass down unwanted items to family and friends. Take only the things you truly need and love.
Invest in innovative storage solutions such as bins, baskets, shelves, and tables with hidden storage space to keep your belongings organized and easily accessible. You'll create a more peaceful and functional living space by eliminating clutter and having a designated area for everything.
Create a cozy & comfortable space
Comfort is critical when making a senior living apartment feel like home. Seek out comfortable furniture, soft, luxe bedding, cozy throws, plush towels, and beautiful rugs. Enhance the ambiance with soft lighting, scented candles, essential oils, and soft music to create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere.
A comfortable and cozy living space will help you settle in and truly enjoy your new home.
Add plants and greenery
Turn your senior living apartment into a tranquil oasis with beautiful plants or greenery. A couple of lush green plants will add beauty and freshness to indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition, plants and greenery reduce stress, relax the mind, improve air quality and overall well-being.
In Summary
Moving into a senior living apartment doesn’t mean giving up the feeling of home. With these tips, you can transform your living space into a place that reflects your personality, provides comfort, and a sense of familiarity. Embrace the opportunity to create a space that brings you joy and supports your well-being, making it a home where you can thrive and enjoy this new chapter of your life.
If you have questions about assisted living or memory care services here in Athens, GA, contact us anytime!