Independent living communities are a popular choice for many active seniors in Redmond. And it’s easy to see why! Communities like Overlake Terrace Assisted & Senior Living provide the fun and freedom seniors want, with built-in connection, ease, and opportunities to stay active. With Seattle just across Lake Washington, you have easy access to big-city healthcare and recreation, while enjoying the safety and quiet of a smaller town. But is independent senior living in Redmond the right fit for your lifestyle? Let’s explore more about independent living communities, Redmond, and how communities like Overlake Terrace support active seniors in living their best lives.
Why Active Seniors Choose Independent Living Communities
If you’re an active, independent senior, you probably have the option to stay in your own home. You don’t need to move to an assisted living community–you get around just fine. So, why choose to move to an independent living community instead of staying put, or downsizing by moving into a smaller apartment? While all of these options have pros and cons, independent living communities offer benefits you won’t get anywhere else.
The truth is, staying in your home often means spending a lot of time alone. Retiring means you lose the social aspect of the workplace, and your children have grown up and moved away. Loneliness is common among seniors and retirees, and it isn’t just unpleasant–it’s a very real health concern. Studies have shown that loneliness and social isolation increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, anxiety, suicide, dementia, and even premature death.
But loneliness doesn’t have to be part of getting older. In fact, independent living communities make loneliness almost impossible. Many active seniors choose independent living communities because of the social benefits of community life. Neighbors similar in age and at the same stage of life, plus tons of social activities every single day, mean it’s easy to make friends. At a senior living community, there’s always someone to sit with or talk to.
Independent living communities also usually provide housekeeping, transportation, and linen services, as well as chef-prepared meals every day. You won’t have to spend your days cooking, cleaning, mowing the lawn, or doing home maintenance. This maintenance-free lifestyle allows you to spend less time doing things you have to do, and more time doing the things you want to do. With all this extra freedom, resort-style amenities, and an active social life, it’s easy to see why independent living communities are so popular.
Why Choose a Senior Living Community in Redmond?
As we’ve learned, senior living communities provide a higher quality of life (including more fun, more social connection, and better health) for most independent seniors. But why choose Redmond for your senior living community?
Redmond is a great location for many retirees and independent seniors. Although it’s just a 20 minute drive to Seattle, Redmond has a small-town feel that many seniors and families love. The cost of living is lower than Seattle and Bend, and crime rates are also lower. Downtown Redmond is very walkable and full of fun shopping, dining, and entertainment options, without having to venture into the city. There’s also easy access to great healthcare, as well as golf, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. This combination of a supportive community environment with amenities, recreation, and healthcare makes independent senior living in Redmond a great choice.
Who Independent Living Is Best For
Is independent senior living in Redmond the right choice for your lifestyle? This type of community is probably best for you if:
- You value your independence
- You want to maintain an active lifestyle
- A climate with rainy winters and cooler summers appeals to you
- You want to live in the Seattle area
- Friendship and connection are important to you
- You want to simplify your life and create more time for the things you enjoy
In addition to independent living, some communities in Redmond also offer assisted living and even memory care. This means that a senior living community like Overlake Terrace can fit your lifestyle even if your activity level or needs change over time.
Overlake Terrace: Exceptional Independent Senior Living in Redmond
Overtake Terrace Independent & Assisted Living in Redmond, Washington
Overlake Terrace has offered exceptional independent senior living in Redmond for over 20 years, and we don’t plan to stop anytime soon! This cozy, relaxed senior living community is designed with multiple care levels to respect your independence as long as possible, while providing support as needed. There are many independent senior living communities in Redmond, so what makes this particular community a preferred choice for many seniors and their families? Read on to learn more about how Overlake Terrace supports active seniors.
What Makes Overlake Terrace Special?
This special community offers more than just independent senior living in Redmond. Sure, we have a great location, tucked among stunning mature trees in the heart of Redmond and bordering the state-of-the-art Microsoft campus and all its amenities. And yes, the community is spacious and elegant, with resort-style amenities and tons of activities. But at its heart, Overlake Terrace is truly an established, down-to-earth community where you can find comfort, connection, and a beautiful place to call home. That welcoming, homey feeling is why active seniors choose to live here. And it’s why staff members stay for years and even decades.
Many of your choices when it comes to independent living communities are flashy, glossy, modern spaces that look like a fancy hotel. While fancy hotels are great to visit, for many seniors, they just don’t feel like home. A new build just can’t offer the same level of warmth and character as a community that has supported seniors for over 20 years. Overlake Terrace offers something special: a true home that’s safe, engaging, joyful, and unique.
And, multiple levels of care mean you may never have to move again. Seniors often choose Overlake Terrace because they offer not just independent living, but also assisted living and even memory care. All of this community’s independent living apartments are also licensed for assisted living, so you can stay in the familiar space you love, even if your needs change over time. The apartments are spacious, comfortable, and full of light, with well-equipped kitchenettes and tons of storage. We even offer Signature Suite finish choices, so you can really make the space your own. The ability to put down roots and age in place, with care that adapts if and when you need it, really makes this community unique.
Benefits of Life at Overlake Terrace
Independent senior living comes with many benefits–especially if you live at Overlake Terrace. For one, you’ll never have to cook again. And you won’t have to wash any dishes ever again either! That’s right: restaurant-style, full-service dining is available all day long. While you have a kitchenette for snacks and treats within your apartment, residents love the comforting homestyle meals served in the dining room every day. If you’re not in the mood for a full restaurant experience, the bistro is another popular gathering space, with great coffee and fresh pastries.
With weekly housekeeping and linen services, private transportation, and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, living at this community means more time doing what you want to do, instead of what you have to do. This is a huge benefit for independent seniors who are ready to hand off the chores and housework and focus on friendships and fun.
But the biggest benefit to life at an independent living community? The people. The greatest threat to a senior’s health isn’t cigarettes: it’s loneliness. At Overlake Terrace, you’ll never be lonely again. The staff members genuinely know and care about each and every resident. And our residents are a vibrant, happy group who are always ready to welcome a new friend. There’s always someone to sit with, someone to talk to, and someone up for a game of Mexican Train. Whether you’re a social butterfly or someone who prefers more privacy, there is a place for you here.
How Does Overlake Terrace Support Active Seniors?
There are tons of spaces for activities at Overlake Terrace
Many older adults in Redmond looking for independent senior living are active seniors who aren’t looking to “slow down” just yet. You’ve got a lot of life left to live, and Overlake Terrace is here to support you in the lifestyle that makes you happiest. We’ll provide opportunities to be active and engaged in a variety of ways. This includes:
- Shared community spaces that make it easy to socialize, including the bistro and dining room, peaceful outdoor courtyards, a library, a movie theater room, and more
- An in-house gym with daily exercise classes
- Beautiful outdoor walking paths
- A community garden
- Weekly shuttle bus excursions, so you can get out and see the sights together
- Tons of fun, creative activities each and every week
- Pet-friendliness, so you can bring your favorite four-legged walking buddy
Here, you can be as active or as relaxed as you want to be. The whole community is designed to help you live your best life. Check out our Facebook page to see what these fun seniors are up to today!
Next Steps: Is Overlake Terrace Senior Living Right for You?
So, we know that Redmond is a great place for seniors, and Overlake Terrace is a uniquely warm, welcoming community that is well-equipped to support active older adults. But is Overlake Terrace independent senior living in Redmond the right choice for you? There’s only one way to know for sure: tour this beautiful community, and see all of these benefits for yourself, live and in person. Friendly and experienced Family Advisors are waiting to schedule a tour, discuss pricing, and talk you through any questions you might have. Give Cindy a call today!
