The proverb “it takes a village” refers to young children and means that raising one requires an entire community’s support in addition to the parents. The same theory applies to senior caregiving; family members can receive help from valued resources like relatives, friends, and communities like The Grand Senior Living.
We don’t consider The Grand a village retirement home, though. We offer more comprehensive, holistic care for our residents, with personalized support, resort-style amenities, and senior programming.
If you’re seeking a long-term residential option for yourself or a loved one, you might be in the wrong ballpark. We’re here to explain the differences between retirement villages vs. senior living communities. Once you understand how they differ, you’ll be ready to make an informed decision.
Senior Retirement Villages Are Like 55+ Communities
Senior villages are for older adults seeking active, independent lifestyles. These neighborhoods might have condos, attached homes, and single-family dwellings for rent or sale, all on one property. Many have homeowners’ associations that charge fees for common area and exterior maintenance, plus clubhouse fees, trash pickup, and lawn care.
Some retirement villages in Kentucky have fitness centers, swimming pools, and other on-site amenities. Residents usually have full kitchens, prepare meals, and have their own vehicles. If they need services like housekeeping, laundry, and assistance with daily activities, a senior village doesn’t usually provide that; the residents hire outside help. These older adults are (usually) fully independent and desire hassle-free lifestyles.
Senior Living Communities Offer Comprehensive Care and Support
Senior living communities are also residential developments designed to meet the needs of older adults but with support services and personalized care. They provide accessible housing options tailored to varying levels of independence, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. These communities have accessible designs, on-site services, and amenities like dining areas, fitness centers, and social activities.
You’ll find a range of features in senior living communities:
- A variety of pet-friendly apartment floor plans
- Different degrees of support
- Amenities ranging from convenient to resort-style
- Various levels of programming
Like senior villages, senior living communities promote comfort, social engagement, and hassle-free living. Both are alternatives to traditional housing for older adults seeking welcoming environments and proximity to their peers. However, village retirement communities might be unsuitable for seniors who need more care but want to remain as independent as possible.
The Grand Elevates Senior Care to a New Level
The Grand Senior Living is different from retirement villages for seniors. Our Louisville, Kentucky community has three lifestyle options:
Independent Living
With a 24-7 team, housekeeping services, chef-prepared meals, and scheduled local transportation, our community’s independent living residents gain the freedom to enjoy their retirement years.
Personal Care
At The Grand Senior Living, our personal care lifestyle option is similar to assisted living. Our dedicated, 24-7 caregivers provide personalized medication management and daily assistance with activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and transferring,
Memory Care
Our memory care setting, The Cottage, offers many of the same services as our personal care lifestyle option, with specialized care for all phases of dementia. We’re proud to be nationally recognized certified dementia practitioners with highly trained, compassionate team members.
Senior villages in Kentucky typically lack the support services found at The Grand Senior Living. Since we offer three lifestyle options, residents have a continuum of care—they don’t need to relocate to a new community as their needs evolve. You probably won’t find the same level of amenities we have in villages for seniors, either.
Our On-site Amenities
Depending on the lifestyle option, our residents enjoy these resort-style amenities:
- Washer and dryer provided
- Beautifully landscaped terraces and courtyard
- Theater and media room
- Indoor pool
- On-site salon
- Art gallery
- Activity room
- Fitness center
- Bocce ball
- Yoga studio
- Putting green
We can’t forget about our signature dining program led by our talented culinary team. Our chefs use the freshest, highest-quality ingredients and serve them in our restaurant-style dining room, Twenty Twelve Bistro. Our My Food program incorporates family recipes, special events, seasonal sips, and family nights.
Doesn’t that sound delicious? We invite you to join us for lunch when you stop by for a tour.
Just Like Senior Retirement Villages, Our Residents Enjoy Their Independence
Here’s a key difference between a village retirement community and The Grand Senior Living: peace of mind. Imagine a lifestyle where you don’t ever worry about cooking dinner, doing laundry, or forgetting to take your medication. That’s the lifestyle our beloved seniors enjoy; they’re free to do what they please, with a full activity calendar at their disposal.
That’s what retirement should be all about.
When Senior Villages Aren’t Enough, Turn to The Grand Senior Living
The Grand Senior Living offers the best features of retirement villages in Kentucky, plus compassionate caregiving, resort-style amenities, and social activities. What could be better than that? Our supportive environment ensures that you or your loved one will experience the highest level of care and maintain their independence. Contact us today to schedule a personalized tour.
