A growing number of older adults are entering their retirement years without a spouse, children, or nearby family members to support them. Known as “solo agers,” they’re living independently, and often thriving, while seeking communities that offer social connection, safety, and meaningful engagement.
At Kensington Park, we welcome solo agers into a warm, enriching environment that supports autonomy without isolation. Our approach ensures that every resident, regardless of their family structure, finds a sense of belonging, purpose, and peace of mind.
Here’s how we thoughtfully design a solo ager community where independence is preserved and no one has to age alone.
Who Are Solo Agers?
A solo ager is someone entering later life without a traditional caregiver or close family member available to assist with decision-making, emergencies, or daily companionship.
This may include individuals who:
- Never married
- Are divorced or widowed
- Do not have children
- Have adult children who live far away
- Prefer to age outside of family dependence
These individuals often prize their independence but recognize the importance of having a trusted support system in place.
At Kensington Park, we respect the values of solo agers while ensuring they always have someone to rely on when it matters most.
Choosing Community Over Isolation
Living alone does not have to mean being alone. One of the key benefits of senior living for solo agers is the built-in opportunity to connect with others while retaining personal space and choice.
Kensington Park is more than a residence, it’s a vibrant community filled with neighbors, shared experiences, and compassionate professionals who know and care about every individual.
Our community life includes:
- Shared meals and themed dining events
- Group outings and cultural excursions
- Fitness and wellness classes
- Clubs for books, gardening, film, and more
- Spiritual services and discussion circles
- Spontaneous moments of laughter and friendship
These connections form naturally, allowing residents to build relationships that support emotional well-being and decrease the risk of loneliness.
The Security of 24/7 Support
One of the concerns solo agers often express is: What happens if I have a health issue and no one is around to help?
At Kensington Park, we offer licensed nursing care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so residents never have to worry about being alone in a moment of need.
We also assist with:
- Medication management
- Chronic illness monitoring
- Fall prevention
- Emergency response coordination
- Scheduling appointments and transportation
Our care is proactive and personalized, offering solo agers both freedom and peace of mind. You may live alone, but you’re never unsupported.
Learn more about our assisted living services.
Planning Ahead with Confidence
For solo agers, planning is key. Without a family member automatically stepping in, it’s especially important to make decisions in advance about healthcare, living arrangements, and social networks.
We partner with solo residents to help navigate:
- Healthcare proxy and advance directive planning
- Legal and financial coordination
- Wellness and care assessments
- Transitions in care levels if needs evolve
Because we offer a full continuum of care, including enhanced assisted living and memory care, residents can age in place with dignity and consistency, without needing to search for a new home if health needs increase.
For expert insights on planning for solo aging, explore the Next Avenue guide to thriving as a solo ager.
A Life of Purpose and Engagement
Our life enrichment team works closely with each resident to create a meaningful, personalized experience. Whether you love music, books, movement, games, or conversation, there’s always something happening to spark joy and engagement.
For solo agers, this means:
- Building new friendships
- Rediscovering old hobbies
- Exploring creative expression
- Contributing to a shared community
- Celebrating life every day, not just on holidays
Purpose doesn’t retire, and we’re here to help residents find new reasons to smile, connect, and thrive.
Emotional Support That Feels Like Family
While some solo agers are fiercely independent, others may quietly grieve the absence of close family ties.
At Kensington Park, we offer emotional wellness resources to meet individuals where they are.
This includes:
- One-on-one check-ins with wellness coordinators
- Grief support and counseling access
- Group discussions and peer-to-peer encouragement
- A care team that notices when someone needs extra support
We also encourage residents to form chosen families, connections based on trust and shared experience that offer the same depth of care and companionship as traditional relationships.
Seamless Support Through All Stages of Aging
As needs change, solo agers at Kensington Park benefit from a thoughtful continuum of care. Whether it’s short-term support following an illness or a longer-term shift in cognitive or physical needs, residents remain in a familiar, loving environment.
Services include:
- Enhanced support with activities of daily living
- Access to rehabilitation and therapy services
- Memory care for early and advanced stages
- Nutrition and dining assistance
- Regular wellness checks and plan updates
We’re here to adjust care as needed while honoring each person’s identity and preferences.
Not Just a Place to Live: A Place to Belong
For solo agers, choosing a senior living community is not just about amenities or care, it’s about finding a place that feels like home. A place where someone knows your name, checks in after lunch, invites you to the movie night, or simply sits with you in the garden when words aren’t needed.
That’s the spirit of community at Kensington Park.
Whether you enjoy being social every day or prefer quiet independence with occasional connection, we’ll honor your rhythm while making sure you always feel seen.
Explore Solo Aging with Strength and Support
If you or a loved one is entering retirement without a traditional family support structure, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to age alone.
Kensington Park is proud to be a trusted solo ager community where independence and community coexist beautifully.
Contact us to learn more about our living options, schedule a tour, or simply start a conversation. We’re here to welcome you, just as you are.