Independent senior living in Kansas City allows active, mature adults to unapologetically enjoy retirement with ease, thanks to concierge care, regular housekeeping, laundry, and chef-prepared meals. Transitioning to life at The Welstone at Mission Crossing leaves time to socialize with friends and family at Pierson Park, take in a live Chiefs game, or get fit with a personal trainer in Mission, KS.
As people live longer and often wish to downsize to ease their daily burdens, the senior-living industry has boomed, with revenue increasing from $78.2 billion in 2016 to $94.2 billion in 2023, according to Senior Living.
Your new Kansas City 55+ lifestyle can usher in the ease and relaxation that may have been missing as you worked full-time and ran a household. Whether you’re single, a couple, or have a pet, life at The Welstone At Mission Crossing, won’t leave you bored or stressed.
How Can I Experience Retirement Without Chores?
Thanks to independent senior living in Kansas City, residents no longer have to stress about the ongoing requirements of home maintenance and cleaning. Your one or two-bedroom apartment will remain spotless with professional house cleaning. Plus, your days of doing loads of laundry weekly are over, as it’s also handled for you.
What if something goes wrong with the apartment? If you have issues with hot water or plumbing, let the team know, and the right service provider will fix it. No more landscaping, winterizing doors and windows, heat maintenance, or calling around for plumbing quotes.
Never forget to send flowers or holiday gift packages again. The community’s concierge can help make appointments and reduce those errands you once had to juggle.
What Can Mission, KS Living Do for My Health?
The team at The Welstone at Mission Crossing understands the importance of health and wellness for seniors. That’s why the community has the FitCamp® fitness center, where you can access equipment and structured exercise classes. Therefore, residents can easily practice the CDC’s recommendation to get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise weekly with strength training twice a week.
If you have particular fitness goals, you can take advantage of FitCamp®’s personal training. Therefore, you can benefit from customized senior workouts, maintain your motivation and accountability, and enjoy expert guidance to avoid injury.
When you’re not participating in FitCamp® fitness, work up a sweat off-site at Rosedale Park’s tennis courts or playing a round of golf. Go fishing at Pierson Park or walk around Wyandotte County Lake Park’s 1500 acres of woods. Use the AllTrails app to find and review the city’s best hiking and road trails.
Be Solo Together
As many as 27% of American seniors are living alone, according to the Pew Research Center, while enjoying the freedom that comes with the lifestyle. Independent housing for seniors allows you to maintain a solo lifestyle with a very private and spacious apartment. However, you’re a part of the overall community, so you can always socialize with other residents at activities, events, and shared restaurant-style meals.
Plus, there’s assistance with connecting to the greater Kansas City community. As a result, your mental, emotional, physical, and social health receive ongoing support.
What Can I Do in Kansas City?
With your housework taken care of and a concierge providing further assistance as needed, you’re free to paint the town red all day as you shop and restaurant hop.
Chill out and watch others in action on the stage at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Arvest Bank Theatre.
Every football season, you can see if the Chiefs will make another Super Bowl run with home games at Arrowhead Stadium. Learn some sports and culture with a visit to the Negro Leagues baseball museum.
Are Pets Allowed?
The Welstone at Mission Crossing proudly welcomes pets as they’re a source of companionship and protection at any age. Having one can also be good for a senior’s mental and physical health, thanks to the sense of routine and unconditional love. Dog owners have even more encouragement to explore Kansas City’s parks and trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
‘What Is the Difference Between Senior Housing and Independent Living?
Senior housing is a very general term that can refer to any housing community where the average resident is over age 55. Therefore, it can include 55+ communities, independent living, assisted living, continuing care, and basic senior apartments.
However, independent living is a very specific type of senior housing community. This option provides heavy services that can give self-sufficient older adults more freedom to downsize but still have a vibrant, active life.
That’s because these communities, such as Welstone at Mission Crossing, provide residents with amazing access to amenities and labor assistance they would normally have to do themselves or hire out when living in a regular home.
However, senior independent living is not to be confused with independent living programs meant for people with disabilities or late teens/ young adults transitioning from foster care.
How Do You Qualify for Independent Living?
Qualifying to live in an independent living community comes down to age and ability level. These communities are usually for self-sufficient adults aged 55 and over. However, some communities require incoming residents to be at least 62 or 65 years old.
Residents shouldn’t have ongoing, intense medical care needs.
What Is the Number One Mistake Retirees Make?
Unfortunately, many people fail to adjust their lifestyle and finances upon retirement. After all, when you’re no longer working, replacing your savings may not always be so easy.
Inflation will continue to rise while you’re no longer making a regular employment income. Therefore, things like going out to eat, shopping, and taking vacations at the same rate you did when working can continue to get more expensive.
Be on Easy Street with Independent Senior Living in Kansas City
The Welstone at Mission Crossing provides independent senior living in Kansas City, where residents enjoy privacy in a spacious apartment without lifting a finger regarding maintenance or housekeeping. Our senior community benefits include a social calendar providing daily opportunities to bond with other residents through parties, themed nights, fitness activities, or regularly shared restaurant-style meals.
From access to a concierge and chef-prepared meals, we offer services to ensure your comfort and autonomy as you enjoy life in Kansas City. To learn more about living in The Welstone At Mission Crossing, contact us or call us at 913.671.2627 today.
