What is Independent Living?

What is Independent Living?

Seniors enjoying the pool at Arbor

When you planned your ideal retirement, did you want to spend time keeping up with household tasks and other responsibilities? Or did you imagine retirement to be a true adventure, full of new opportunities, new friends, and more free time?

At an Arbor community, every day in independent living offers you a chance to make your own decisions, form meaningful relationships, and experience the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. We help you live the life you dream of by downsizing your household responsibilities, providing convenient on-site amenities, and giving you access to a wide range of activities and friendships!

Life in Independent Living

Life in Independent Living

Seniors warming up next to fire pit at Arbor

When you choose an independent living lifestyle in one of our communities, you make a conscious decision to make the most of your retirement.

Here, you’ll find amenities designed to enhance wellness and to help you meet your personal health goals. Diverse yet like-minded neighbors are there to save you a seat at dinner or the live concert on the patio. Arbor team members are there to take care of all the details and provide services that give you back time you can spend on whatever you’d like.

Take a Look into Independent Living

Take a Look into Independent Living

Seniors in painting class at Arbor
Seniors attending a patio party at Arbor
Seniors playing Bingo at Arbor
Seniors picking vegetables at Arbor
Wellness and Health

Wellness and Health

Seniors preparing plant based meal

You’ll find that keeping up with your step goals or your plant-based diet is even more convenient at an Arbor independent living community. Here, we’re all cheering you on as you commit to your wellness journey.

Arbor residents dining at on-site restaurant

Residents look forward to meeting with friends in any of our on-site restaurants. The food is outstanding, but the company is even better.

Instructor helping senior in Yoga class at Arbor

Amenities like on-site group fitness classes and personal training support ensure you can get moving daily, doing something you love.

Seniors headed to Yoga class at Arbor

Social wellness is just as important as physical wellness, and we make it easy to connect with new friends over shared experiences.

Transitioning into Independent Living

Transitioning into Independent Living

Housekeeping services at Arbor

Curious if independent living could be right for you? If you want to relish your retirement, make new friends, and downsize household responsibilities while trying out new hobbies or pursuits, independent living is for you. Our residents enjoy on-site amenities and services that are designed to help them have more time for what matters most.

Here’s the good news: You don’t have to wait for a doctor referral or medical diagnosis to experience independent living. Instead, you just have to want to set aside some of your responsibilities and live a life full of opportunity.

Paying for Independent Living

Paying for Independent Living

Senior reading book at Arbor

Independent living at our communities seems luxurious — and it is — but it is also quite affordable. Our all-inclusive monthly fee covers everything from your rent and utilities to a flexible dining program and access to all amenities on campus. You can enjoy the financial predictability that comes with knowing your monthly costs and how those costs fit into your long-term plan.

Independent Living Community Design, Services, and Amenities

Independent Living Community Design, Services, and Amenities

Senior standing in bathroom at his home at Arbor

It’s the amenities and services that make independent living at our communities a true adventure. Once you are a resident, you can enjoy anything and everything your Arbor community has to offer, including a spacious and beautiful home.

Exterior of Independent Living homes at Arbor

Independent living homes are modern, spacious, and full of natural light. There are multiple floor plans available to suit your style and budget.

Seniors enjoying an outdoor walk at Arbor

Connect with nature by exploring any of your community’s outdoor areas. From serene walking paths to swimming pools to busy patios, there is always a place to breathe the fresh air.

Transportation services at Arbor

Transportation services mean you don’t have to worry about traffic and parking if you don’t want to. Our skilled and professional drivers are there to get you to your errands or appointments in style.

Senior woman enjoying a wine glass at Arbor

A helpful concierge team is there to assist with the details that matter most, whether that means reserving your spot on the wine tasting trip next week or making arrangements to take care of your mail while you jet off on your next vacation.

Housekeeper cleaning a bedroom at Arbor home

Weekly housekeeping visits mean you don’t have to worry about deep cleaning your home. Let us take care of it while you grab coffee with a friend in the bistro or meet up with your walking club.

Seniors decorating gift bags at Arbor

Our team members aren’t just there to provide helpful services. They are there to get to know you and create joyful moments just for you. Our commitment to deep connections with residents is the foundation of what makes Arbor Company communities different.

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