Complete yard and garden care is being included in the planning of a number of Senior-friendly communities (Somerset in Montgomery is one). However, low maintenance housing augmented by cleaning, laundry and even visiting nurse assistance, often isn't sufficient to meet the needs of a widowed senior or a couple not comfortable without the sense of safety of 24-hour security. A recent interview with a group of Seniors at John Knox, a multi-level care facility in Montgomery, revealed that security was the overriding reason for choosing to enter a Seniors Home.

John Knox residents have the benefits of independent living in their own apartment with welcome options like maid-service, mini-bus service to stores, etc. at least twice a week, lunch and/or dinner in the dining room. A friendly, highly-competent staff, interesting and congenial residents, lots of stimulating activities, 24 hour security, locked parking area, and a convenient location (shopping and health centers are nearby) make this housing option of facility an excellent solution for senior couples and singles.

When a facility is structured, as John Knox is, so that residents can transition smoothly from independent to assisted living to total nursing care, residents feel very comforted knowing that their needs can be met without another serious disruption to their lives.

Seniors interviewed placed high value on location, cost, and the personalities of supervisory and auxiliary staff as additional factors to consider.

For anyone considering a change in lifestyle that involves moving from their home or apartment to one of the numerous Senior housing options throughout Alabama, we would suggest visiting several places within your price range.