India's population is aging rapidly, and by 2050, 20% of the population is expected to be 60 years and older. In this scenario, the demand for senior living societies and retirement homes rises.

So today, our blog is going to highlight designer amenities to consider while going for retirement homes for the best comfort level during the twilight years of life!

Specially to help people making an informed decision who think considering a Retirement homes and Independent senior living community as an option for their retirement.

Design features to consider for your Retirement Home-

1) Primary and Essential Design Features  

Features to be considered such as-
Wide corridors

1. Smooth edges

2. Antiskid floors

3. Open spaces

4. Ramps

5. Chair lifts

6. Railings for support are necessary in senior citizen communities

7. Custom light fixtures

8. Alarm bells

9. Designed walking trails

General Advice- Apart from this design amenities go for retirement homes with recreational facilities and amenities such as libraries, indoor games, reading rooms, temples, and gardens. All these help seniors engage and provide them with ample opportunities to connect and bond with each other, which works wonders for their self-esteem and confidence. Seniors may face physical or psychological challenges, so such amenities in retirement homes create an opportunity for social engagement to suit their health and wellness needs.

2) Ergonomic friendly features

From the living room to the bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom, the materials used and the location of the amenities should be senior citizen friendly. The main entrance should be wide enough for the stretcher to go inside. Although it is recommended that the entire house is on the same level, make sure that there are adequate supports and slopes adjacent to the stairs in the case of different levels of the house. In addition to anti-skid flooring, grab bars and support structures should be installed wherever possible to facilitate easy movement. The living room should be spacious and well ventilated to enhance the 'feel-good' factor.

General Advice-

1. Make sure countertops, shelves, and smooth surfaces are stored at the optimum height in the kitchen.

2. Bathrooms are especially vulnerable and require great care in the central area. In addition to antiskid flooring and grab handles, an emergency bell is a must in the bathroom. In addition, the shower cubicle should be open to the outside or with a sliding door, allowing the person to enter if assistance is required.

3) Security for Senior Housing

Safety and security are major concerns in today's world. Ensure that it has installed basic amenities such as security cameras, smart locks, burglar alarms, special alarms in the room, etc, for your safety and security.

These are some of the designer amenities to consider while going for retirement homes in India.

Antara Retirement Homes for seniors in Dehradun and Noida are thoughtfully designed to be safe and secure, with particular attention to senior-specific features for holistic well-being and hassle-free retirement days. Including panic alarms for emergencies, wheelchair turning radius, wider door-width, large windows, antiskid flooring to prevent trips and falls, two-way switches to support more effortless movements, and much more even all design amenities mentioned above are part of its design plan for its retirement home.

Contact us for more information and being a resident of the best retirement homes in India.