One of the greatest aspects of living in an assisted living community is the perk of not having to sweat the small stuff, like household chores or maintenance. But assisted living can also help handle the bigger things like personal safety and your physical wellbeing, too.

Here are some of the ways the right community can give you or your loved ones physical and personal peace of mind, making you feel safe and at home.

Staying Physically Safe

Assisted living communities are designed to ensure resident safety. You won't find steep staircases, slippery floors, or tall shelves, which may make them the right choice for someone finding it difficult to safely navigate their family home. Communities are designed for your safety, offering additional handrails throughout shared and private spaces along with many helping hands to assist you in getting around. In the rare event that a resident does suffer an unexpected fall, apartments are equipped with emergency alert systems to call for help immediately.

Worry-free Well-being and Health

Taking care of our health and well-being is important at every age, and it's particularly true for seniors. Assisted living communities make it easy for you or your loved one to manage a healthy nutrition, regular exercise and regimented medication routine. Caregivers help keep track of all of the details to ensure you're living as healthfully as possible. When a higher level of medical care is needed, communities can also help coordinate doctors' appointments and transportation to them. Should you or your loved one need immediate medical help, someone is always ready to help you or seek emergency medical care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Personal Security

Being surrounded by a community of caregivers and other residents isn't just good for camaraderie; it can also give you a sense of security. Although it's unfortunate, seniors can find themselves as the target for scams or fraudulent activity. Often, living within a community can add another layer of protection against such behavior, giving you and your family increased peace of mind.

Even with plenty of security measures to keep residents safe and healthy, senior living communities can offer a personal touch of home. Our job is to help you live comfortably, securely, and safely, so you can relax and enjoy all that retirement has to offer.

Mary Beth Hassel is executive director at Legends Park Assisted Living in Coeur d'Alene, which offers compassionate, award-wining assisted living care and health services. She can be reached at (208) 666-9900.