Apartment Design for Senior Living at Allegheny Place in Pittsburgh
Did you know that, according to Southern Living magazine, 800 square feet is the ideal size for seniors who want to downsize? Moving to a smaller space means less clutter and maintenance. But is downsizing the right choice for you?
Senior apartment design is a key factor in your decision to move to a senior living community. Moving in retirement is a massive life change, so it is crucial that you know what you want. Don't make compromises on features you need in your personal care apartment.
In this article, we'll detail senior living floor plans in Pittsburgh, PA, as well as aging-in-place features offered at Allegheny Place. Let's get started!
Senior-Friendly Layouts
We offer two distinct floor plans tailored to fit your budget and needs for a senior living apartment. With this guide, you can determine which model is right for you.
Maple
At 320 square feet, our Maple unit is a suite model with one bathroom. The unit features a kitchenette and a streamlined living and sleeping area, making it perfect for seniors who seek a smaller floor plan and don't have excessive storage needs.
Cedar
A slightly bigger unit, our Cedar model is around 430 square feet, featuring one bathroom and one bedroom. It has dedicated living and sleeping areas, offering residents more privacy and a slightly more elevated living experience. The unit also comes equipped with a kitchenette.
Aging-in-Place Features
Along with the features listed above for our two floor plans, every senior living unit has the following features for our residents to promote a premier experience for our residents.
Carpeting
Carpet is one of the best flooring materials, especially concerning senior living layouts. Low-pile carpeting offers comfort, so residents can walk around with their bare feet, but provides necessary traction for wheelchairs and walkers, along with other mobility devices.
When you get out of bed in the morning, your feet will meet a soft, carpeted floor, rather than chilly hardwood or tile.
Individual Indoor Mailboxes
At Allegheny Place, you do not have to worry about lost or mixed-up mail. All of our residents have dedicated indoor mailboxes, making access a breeze.
Heating and Air Conditioning
You don't have to worry about overheating during the summer or freezing in the winter months. All of our units come equipped with thermostat control, so our residents can adjust the temperatures according to their liking.
Temperature control is crucial, as many medications can cause hot flashes or temperature fluctuations. When you have control of the thermostat, you can adjust as needed.
Pets Allowed
Are you worried you will not be able to bring your furry friend with you to senior living? Worry no more! At Allegheny Place, we proudly offer a pet-friendly community for our residents.
There are many tangible benefits to owning pets, including:
- Motivation to exercise, especially with dogs
- Fostering a positive routine
- Unconditional love
- Emotional support for those with anxiety and depression
- Constant companionship
Lounge with your pet in your senior living unit, or take your canine friend out for walks around our beautiful campus.
If you plan to bring your furry friend to senior living, check ahead to ensure the breed and size are permitted.
Illuminated Apartment Entryways
If you're worried about apartment living due to getting lost, you can rest easy. Illuminated apartment entryways mean that you can easily spot your unit among others.
This feature is especially helpful for seniors with vision impairment, fostering independence so that they can navigate to their space on their own.
Plenty of Closet and Storage Space
Downsizing doesn't require discarding all of your possessions. It is important to keep items that are meaningful to you. Keeping familiar items during the transition to senior living can help alleviate anxiety and depression.
Both of our unit models feature plenty of closet and storage space, so you will have the space to store all of your items without worry. You can move your entire wardrobe with you and have plenty of options when getting dressed for the day.
Kitchenettes
Although our community boasts restaurant-style dining for our residents, it is important for residents to have independent access to their own meals and snacks. That is why each of our units comes with a kitchenette, including:
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Cabinet storage space
- Microwave
Plenty of cabinet storage space means that you can have room to put your kitchen appliances and snacks, along with cookware and china. You'll have the autonomy to prepare snacks and meals when you please, and use the dining room for meals and socialization with other residents.
Smoke Detectors
It's essential to uphold safety standards in senior living communities, as residents often face mobility challenges during emergencies. All units have built-in smoke detectors for ample fire warning and safe evacuation.
In the event of a fire, you need to be cognizant of possible smoke inhalation. Burns are visible injuries, but smoke inhalation can cause a major cardiac event, or even death, with no outwardly visible symptoms.
With a smoke detector, you will be able to evacuate your apartment in time, so you will not have to worry about injuries or leaving your pets behind.
Sprinkler Systems
Similar to smoke detectors, indoor sprinkler systems take care of a problem before it becomes a major emergency. A fire starting in your apartment means that it can quickly travel to other units, endangering your fellow residents.
Find Your Ideal Senior Apartment Design at Allegheny Place
Apartment design is crucial for seniors who value a streamlined living environment. At Allegheny Place, our accessible senior apartments prioritize the needs and values of our residents.
With thoughtful design for older adults, we offer so much more than personal care housing. Community amenities include social and recreational programs, wellness programs, weekly housekeeping service, and laundry service, so our residents can enjoy life, hassle-free.
Are you ready to experience senior living at Allegheny Place Personal Care? Reach out to us today to discover more, or visit us in person at our location in Pittsburgh, PA, to see it for yourself. We can't wait to meet you!