Recently on this blog, we’ve discussed how a growing number of developers are harnessing the power of telecare offerings to truly tailor senior living spaces to their residents. While some industry innovators are taking this technology into account at the blueprint stage, other established Senior Providers are undertaking large-scale renovations to update their existing facilities.
Across the board, the standard for senior living communities is changing drastically to appeal to the swelling older adult population, ensure better care and change the way the public sees these communities. Anyone who is invested in the Senior Care industry knows there are many older adults who would prefer to live at home and move slowly toward their decision to transition into a senior living community.
So what is the answer to this age-old problem? As a recent renovation in Boston has revealed, the key is to present a living space that is dynamic and full of life – one that fosters community and harnesses the power of technology to keep residents engaged.
Senior Housing News reported on the extensive renovation of North Hill, a senior living community based in the Boston area that was experiencing a lull in occupancy and interest. Now rebranded as True North, the structure exemplifies a new take on senior living – one that prioritizes engagement and quality of life. A beautifully renovated space, personal trainers, fine dining options and enhanced independent living units are just a few of the changes that have revamped this community and bumped occupancy up to 95 percent.
But the appeal of True North extends beyond any specific program or architectural element. Ultimately, these changes show that the decision-makers at True North have listened to the concerns of their target demographic and are actively working to improve and even transform their Senior Living offerings.
Technology is the new “must-have” in senior living development and repositioning. Through our partnership with global leader LG Electronics, Independa has transformed the TV into a portal of social connectivity for family and communities of friends who want to be part of residents’ lives but cannot visit regularly in person. We’re bridging the technology gap for a whole generation of seniors who can benefit deeply from its capacity to deliver uninterrupted connection with their lifelong communities, simultaneous to flourishing in their new senior living neighborhood. Contact us to learn more about building out new spaces with a marketable social amenity that is a strong competitive advantage in today’s market.
