Did you know that more Canadians are living alone than ever before? Almost 15 per cent of people over the age of 15 live on their own. At the same time, the number of older Canadians living on their own has steadily decreased over the last decade.

Part of this is because Canadians are living longer. It’s made it possible for couples to live together both at the start of their retirement and well into their golden years. But part of this is also because many seniors are choosing to live with siblings, friends, and even those they’re meeting later in life.

Of course, many seniors also move into retirement homes to surround themselves with others. The Venvi Portobello retirement community in Orléans is one place where you can bring your friends and family and live together, under the same roof, independently, or with supportive living.

There are certainly advantages to living together with those you’re closest to.

Studies have shown that about a quarter of Canadians over the age of 65 feel socially isolated. They’ve also suggested many tend to get more socially isolated as they age and as they lose family members and long-time friends.

Living in a group, be it friends, family, or other seniors, can prevent loneliness as you surround yourself with others. Moving into a retirement residence such as Venvi Portobello and inviting friends to come along with you will help ensure you won’t get lonely during your retirement. Plus, Portobello Active Liv-ing programs take a holistic approach, based on seven core dimensions of wellness that fuel the body, mind, and soul.

When you move into Venvi Portobello, you’re going to find that there is almost always something to do. Days can be filled with physical activities, social events, learning and creative workshops, or just relaxation and fun.

You’ll be able to socialize with others, regardless of whether your friends move into a retirement home or not. But by bringing some friends and family along, you’ll be able to share wonderful experiences with the people that matter the most to you.

As you age, you might run into certain health and safety risks that could potentially put you in danger if you are living alone. Something as simple as a slip-and-fall accident could put you in harm’s way.

Living with friends or family in a retirement residence, you’ll gain peace of mind knowing you’ll all be able to look after one another to ensure you stay safe as you age in place.

The thriving retirement community of Portobello takes the security of its residents seriously. Even if your friends and family don’t move in, you’ll feel more confident just knowing that you have others around you to look out for one another.

The simple act of surrounding yourself with people you know and love at a retirement home can work wonders for your mental health. It can help alleviate any feelings of loneliness you might have and make it possible for you to lead a much happier life. A focus on your health and wellness is a priority at Venvi Portobello, you’ll receive a flexible, personalized, and comprehensive plan developed in collaboration with you, for you. It’s all about helping you feel your best now – and in the future.

Throughout the first 60, 65, or even 70 years of life, you likely have made a million and one memories celebrating and sharing experiences. Who says you have to stop doing it now?

At Venvi Portobello, every day is a new day to be who you are, with a curated group of services and amenities, and helpful teams on hand dedicated to elevating your experience. That’s the life. And having friends or family by your side can help make that possible every day.

To learn more about Venvi Portobello retirement community in Orléans visit https://www.venviliving.com/portobello.