Many seniors feel that if they have to ask for help, they are no longer independent – but actually, the exact opposite is true! Accepting assistance with the necessities of life that become difficult as we get older is actually our best strategy for maintaining real independence. At UMC at Pitman, we live this philosophy with all our residents, every day. Here’s how we do it:
By ensuring the quality of care and safety on-site. Did
you know that seniors who still live in their homes are more prone to both
malnutrition and falling? Let’s unpack these risks one at a time, starting with
falls. The standard home does not usually have fall prevention measures in
places like grab bars, bathroom safety aids, and the rearrangement of
furniture. Unfortunately, falling is usually the catalyst that causes a myriad
of other health problems for seniors that contribute to their loss of
independence. The same goes for nutrition. Seniors who may already have some
mobility limitations or recently suffered from a fall, usually do not exercise
as much as they should or prepare home-cooked meals that meet all of their
nutritional needs. All too often, this results in malnutrition which in turn
leads to a loss of independence.
That’s where we come in. Each senior living apartment
at UMC at Pitman is designed with fall prevention in mind. Residents in higher
levels of care are provided with a 24-hour alert pendant, and every assisted
living studio apartment is equipped with an Amazon “Alexa” that has been
programmed to call the front desk if a resident asks for help. Along with our
top-of-the-line safety measures, our highly qualified caregivers, associates,
and medical professionals are on-site 24/7 to assist residents with their meal
plans – ensuring each meal is packed with essential vitamins and minerals. With
security and immediate care readily available, seniors are safe to live the way
they really want to.
By providing more options for activities, community
connection, and socialization. With health and safety taken
care of, seniors at Pitman have more time and freedom to pursue their
interests, both new and old. Living in a community with like-minded individuals
makes it much easier to make new friends and stay connected. This is important
because many seniors who live alone at home often feel isolated from the outside
world. Luckily, when you live at Pitman, all your friends are living under the
same roof! There are also plenty of opportunities to socialize and stay active
with our monthly events calendar. Each month we offer fitness classes, live
entertainment, movie nights, resident-driven clubs, and visits to thriving
downtown Pitman. With qualified care, proper safety measures, and activities
readily available, every resident can live an abundant, purposeful life, while
remaining close to family and friends in the area.
Living independently at UMC in Pitman, NJ
Active senior living communities like Pitman eliminate
daily burdens like cooking, cleaning, chores, and home maintenance, making room
for more independent seniors. Residents at Pitman can also take advantage of
long-lost interests they’ve put on hold like yoga, gardening, arts and crafts.
We understand how hard it could be to make new friends
as we enter our senior years, but independent-style living communities like
Pitman make it easy. As we already mentioned, our residents have the
opportunity to engage in monthly activities on-site, where they can meet and
befriend other members living in the community who enjoy the same hobbies.
For more information about seniors
living independently in Gloucester County, please give us a call to
schedule a tour or visit our website at: https://pitman.umcommunities.org/
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