We hear it all the time, "I'm not ready to move into a retirement community! I'm still too independent!" What does this statement mean exactly? The person on the other end of the comment likely intends to communicate they are living in their home and do not feel ready to rely on others to take care of them.
The intent behind their statement is well-understood, but it could be built on a multitude of misconceptions about senior living. Let's discuss a few of these examples and potentially redefine the term "independence" as we go.
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