Amenities at Residential Assisted Living Facilities

Perks of Residential Assisted Living

Whether your loved one enjoys more active pursuits like paddle boating, golfing or playing tennis, or relaxes into the quieter side offered in libraries and hobby rooms, residential assisted living programs are known for the wide variety of amenities they offer. From chaperoned trips to nearby attractions to onsite spas and swimming pools, you're sure to find a senior living community that presents your loved one with recreational opportunities that will enrich his retirement years and give you peace of mind.

Common Senior Living Community Amenities

While you probably won't find a single residential assisted living facility that offers all of the amenities listed below, you can certainly find one that offers many that you and your loved one find most intriguing.

Amenities for the active retiree:

• Swimming pools
• Golf courses
• Tennis courts
• Shuffleboard courts
• Fitness centers
• Exercise and dance classes
• Hiking trails
• Boat rentals
• Ski access

Amenities for the hobbyist:

• Beaches
• Arts and crafts rooms
• Workshops
• Hobby rooms
• Card rooms
• Parks
• Garden plots and pea patches

Amenities for relaxation:

• Media rooms
• Lecture halls
• Libraries
• Chapels
• Spas
• Beauty Salons

Socialite amenities:

• Clubhouses
• Active adult retail facilities
• Commercial kitchens
• Formal living rooms
• Games and billiards rooms
• Transportation
• Outings

Medical amenities:

• Medical facilities
• Physical therapy rooms
• Therapy pools
• Foot care services

Living Amenities:

• Private apartments
• Cafeterias and dining rooms
• Laundry and maid services
• Assistance with activities of daily living

Find Your Place in Residential Assisted Living

As you can see, the sky is the limit when it comes to the types of activities any senior living community might offer. For help determining which factors to consider and how to weigh your options, see our article about choosing a residential assisted living program. If you already have a good idea of the types of senior care and amenities you're looking for, simply fill out the form at the top of this page to browse through your assisted living community options. If you would like to speak directly with an elder care advisor, simply call the number at the top of this page and someone will be happy to assist you.