Apartment Design at Aston Gardens Pelican Marsh in Naples
Moving from your own home to a senior living apartment is often a daunting transition. For seniors, moving to a smaller space can be a big adjustment. That's why senior housing layouts matter. The right apartment design and decor can help create a comfortable and cozy environment for you or your loved one.
At Aston Gardens Pelican Marsh in beautiful Naples, FL, we offer aging-friendly apartments you can decorate and make your own. Here are some ideas for creating a warm, welcoming, and personalized space.
Include Meaningful Possessions
Aston Gardens offers a variety of accessible floor plans that you can decorate and make your own. Does your loved one have a favorite photo or piece of art they love? Bringing in sentimental items makes a new space feel like home. Special possessions can become the main decor. Photos of family, friends, home, or church can be comfort items. If they have creative hobbies such as painting, woodworking, or needlepoint, consider displaying a favorite piece or two as decor.
Keep Clutter Out
For seniors, clutter can be dangerous and affect senior mobility. It's a hazard that can lead to trips and falls. A clean and organized space is much better for seniors and can help them better navigate their environment. You don't have to bring all their clothes, home decor, or personal items. Consider what they truly need and what will enhance their everyday life.
Before making the transition to independent, assisted living, or a memory care design, weed out clutter. Organize their belongings into four categories: items you want to bring, donate, give away, and throw away. Clearing out items that have been saved for decades can lighten the load. This can help you identify possessions they love and eliminate unnecessary items that will cause stress or take up much-needed space.
Let the Light In
Natural light can help boost your mood and regulate sleep patterns. Be sure to open the curtains or blinds during the day to allow natural light into the apartment. Including various lighting options throughout a senior apartment makes it safer, cozy, and more inviting. Lamps, string lights, lanterns, and battery-operated candles are all great lighting options. Aston Gardens Pelican Marsh is nestled in a beautiful, lush setting with plenty of windows to let the light in and enjoy the view.
Add a Little Green
Does your loved one enjoy gardening, plants, or flowers? If so, there's no reason you can't enjoy this in a senior living setting. Adding house plants or flowers to their apartment adds color and freshness. They can enjoy nurturing their plants and watching them thrive and grow.
Some good choices for low-maintenance plants include:
- Snake plants
- Succulents
- Golden pothos
- Air plants
Flowers are the perfect way to add freshness and color to any space. Adding a vase or pot of flowers can brighten a senior's mood. It's easy to change out flowers regularly to brighten their day.
Consider Storage Options
The right storage options help organize belongings and keep a senior living apartment neat and tidy. Choose small-scale furniture with storage options like shelves and drawers. An ottoman with a lid is good for extra blankets. A side table with a drawer is perfect for storing cards or small objects.
Adding storage bins or organizers to the closet keeps clothing, shoes, and accessories neat and organized. Labeling bins and baskets makes it easier to find and put away items. This is a good option for a memory care design apartment or any senior living space. The ample closets at Aston Gardens Pelican Marsh offer plenty of space to organize your loved one's belongings for their unique needs.
Spruce Up the Entryway
The entryway or foyer of a senior living apartment is the perfect spot to showcase your style. Placing a small foyer table in a recessed area offers a focal point to display a favorite piece of decor, lamp, plant, or vase of flowers. Add a special piece of art or family photo for impact. The entryway is a great spot to decorate for the seasons or holidays. Seasonal arrangements and holiday decor brighten an entryway, making it feel festive and welcoming to your guests.
Decorate Walls and Windows
It's important to keep senior housing layouts tidy and free of clutter. Decorating the walls and windows of your apartment adds life to the room without bringing in unnecessary furnishings or decor. Bare walls offer plenty of space to hang favorite family photos, artwork, tapestries, or even a family quilt.
Window treatments add a bit of personal style to make your apartment feel more like home. Be sure to choose curtains that are lightweight and easy to open and close. Open them during the day to let natural light flow through your apartment. Choose a color and design you love to showcase your personal taste.
Share With Family and Friends
Your senior living apartment should feel like home. One of the best reasons to decorate your space is to invite others in. Your family, new friends, and neighbors will enjoy visiting you in your new apartment. In a senior living community, you will meet many friends who will enjoy visits, walks, and fun activities with you. Your apartment will provide a lovely, safe environment you can enjoy sharing with family and friends in the years to come.
The Beauty of Senior Apartment Design
Moving to a senior living community can be a big change in lifestyle for seniors. Having an apartment design you love can make all the difference. A clean, organized apartment that matches your personal style can make you or your loved one feel at home.
At Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh in beautiful Naples, FL, we offer a variety of accessible floor plans, independent living features, and aging-friendly apartments to meet the individual needs of every senior resident. Enjoy restaurant-style dining, a dip in the pool, and fun activities in a warm and caring environment.
We would love to meet you. Contact Aston Gardens Pelican Marsh today to schedule a tour.