As U.S. News and World Report points out, Albuquerque, New Mexico, has lots to offer, from its numerous outdoor recreation opportunities to its rich culinary scene, 300 days of sunshine, and a lower cost of living than the national average. Given all these positive attributes, it’s no wonder the city has become a popular retirement destination, with older adults 65+ accounting for 17% of its population.
So, if you or an older loved one is looking to retire in the Land of Enchantment, consider transitioning to one of the senior living communities in Albuquerque, NM.
Join us at Morada Quintessence as we explore the benefits of retirement community living for seniors in this comprehensive guide.
Tailored Personal Care and Support
Assisted living communities are among your primary senior housing options in Albuquerque. One of the top benefits provided by these communities is round-the-clock, personalized care and support for activities of daily living (ADLs).
What Are ADLs?
ADLs are basic but essential tasks people must perform to stay healthy and safe. Data from the American Psychological Association (APA) notes that less than a fifth of adults aged 65 to 74 need help with ADLs, such as eating or bathing. The rate doubles to 40% in men over 85 and nearly 2.5 times in women older than 85 (53%).
How Senior Living Communities Benefit Seniors Needing ADL Assistance
If you or your loved one needs help with one or more ADLs, moving to a reputable assisted living community is sensible. For example, at Morada Quintessence, you can expect our team of highly experienced personal care staff to be ready to help you manage the specific ADLs you need an extra helping hand with, whether it’s for:
- Taking a bath or showering
- Preparing meals and dining
- Ambulation or moving about
- Medication management
- Insulin and glucose management
Furthermore, our professional care staff is available 24/7. So, no matter what time of day you need assistance, a caring team member of our assisted living community in Albuquerque will be there to help.
Comfortable Retirement Housing Options
Senior communities providing assisted living care offer private housing options specifically catered to older adults’ safety and comfort needs. For instance, at Morada Quintessence, our residents can choose from one- and two-bedroom wheelchair-accessible apartment homes. We’ve also furnished them with modern conveniences and amenities, including:
- Safety features
- Individual climate controls
- Large picture windows
- Kitchenettes
- Spacious bathrooms with walk or roll-in showers
- Assistive handrails in bathrooms
- Smoke alarms and sprinkler systems
As part of our community’s commitment to supporting healthy aging, our professional staff also provides the following services:
- Laundry and linen washing
- Housekeeping
- Apartment maintenance
So, at Morada Quintessence, you or your loved one will spend less time on tedious chores and more time on activities you find pleasurable and engaging.
Engaging Activities Promoting a More Active Senior Lifestyle
According to data from America’s Health Rankings, only 25.2% of adults 65 and older in New Mexico met the federal physical activity guidelines in the past 30 days. Per the guidelines, older adults should ideally get the following weekly:
- two days of muscle strengthening per week
- 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity or 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity
Older adults with mobility limitations or chronic health conditions who can’t meet the above should be as physically active as possible.
Why Seniors Must Stay Active
Leading an active senior lifestyle is crucial for healthy aging because, as pointed out by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Prevention (ODPHP), physical activity provides many benefits, including:
- Helping prevent chronic health conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
- Helping manage the symptoms of long-term health problems
- Lowering the risk of falls in older adults
- Reducing the likelihood of seniors getting critically injured if they fall
- Protecting older adults from bone diseases like osteoporosis and sarcopenia, an age-related loss of muscle mass and strength
How Morada Quintessence Helps Seniors Stay Active and Engaged
At Morada Quintessence, we prioritize our residents’ health and well-being, so we carefully curate senior living health programs. Our dedicated executive activities director, who has extensive experience working with the elderly population, creates these programs that include:
- Exercise programs
- Fitness activities
- Therapy sessions
Our assisted living community in Albuquerque, NM, also plans many other daily recreational activities for our older residents to stay engaged and social. From card games to bingo to arts and crafts, we offer all these and more at Morada Quintessence.
Chef-Prepared Meals Catering to Seniors’ Nutritional Needs
In a reputable assisted living community, you or your older loved one can enjoy nutritious and delectable meals three times daily. Access to such dining services is critical to healthy aging, considering that the Administration for Community Living (ACL) says one in two older adults is at risk for malnutrition. Seniors who don’t get the right amount of nutrients (either too little or too much) may experience this health problem.
Why Seniors Should Avoid Malnutrition
Malnutrition can affect people of all ages, but it’s especially harmful to older adults. As WebMD explains, this condition can make seniors more vulnerable to health problems, such as:
- Sarcopenia, which can elevate the risks of slips, trips, and falls
- Immune system problems, increasing the risk of infections
- Wounds that don’t or take longer to heal
- Hospitalization
Morada Quintessence’s Role in Senior Nutrition
At Morada Quintessence, our older residents can enjoy three complete meals (plus healthy treats and snacks!) daily. Our talented chefs have worked with the older adult population for years, making them highly experienced in seniors’ unique nutritional needs.
Our chefs make all meals from scratch with fresh ingredients, ensuring they’re nutritious, delicious, and preservative-free. Moreover, they’re experts in whipping up meals for seniors with dietary restrictions, such as those with medical concerns like:
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
Residents can enjoy their meals in our beautiful restaurant-style dining room with tableside service.
Enjoy the Benefits of Senior Living Communities
From round-the-clock personal care to senior health programs and chef-prepared meals, these are just some of the top benefits you can expect from senior living communities.
So, if you or an older loved one is considering retiring in Albuquerque, NM, we invite you to explore our beautiful, pet-friendly assisted living community, Morada Quintessence. Reach out today so we can schedule your tour!
