Creating a new living space can be exciting; you want it to be as cozy and comfortable as it is inspiring. If decorating a senior living apartment is on your to-do list, here are some tips that will help you live the way you want to live—with passion!
5 tips to decorate a senior living apartment
#1: Keep it light
It’s easy to get weighed down by holding on to things that no longer reflect who you are, such as worn, clunky furniture and oversized furnishings that get in your way. Now is your opportunity to think smaller and lighter. For example, a small dinette. A stylish reading chair instead of a recliner. An ottoman that doubles for storage.
The more you let go of, the easier it is to make your entire senior living apartment feel fresh and invigorating. And don’t forget to think about a new color palette—one that soothes and refreshes. Always wished you could have more light blues or pale greens? Now’s the time!
#2: Remember what brings you joy
As you look over your senior living apartment decorating list, it can be fun to think about getting some new things. After all, you deserve it! However, it’s smart to take a moment to consider which mementos you really want to keep and consider where they will go. It might be a cherished vase. A painting your grandson did for you. A basket that was a gift from someone special. Sprinkling in the familiar with new touches is a great recipe for creating a new home.
#3: Look up
Walls are a wonderful canvas for just about anything that brings you joy: family photos, posters from favorite movies or destinations, original artwork (including finger-paintings from the little ones!), shelves for miniature curios, fiber art and more. And don’t forget the beauty and power of mirrors. They can do a great job of reflecting light and make a room look even bigger.
And whenever you choose, you can take it all down and rearrange it with new touches on the walls, including during a holiday season, which is a fun time to decorate your senior living apartment. It’s an easy way to get the whole family involved and enjoy reminiscing about special moments. Walls truly let you frame your new life just as you please.
#4: Go green
Plants are a great way to add energy and a home-like feel to your new living space. A jade plant is a great choice if you have a sunny location. Or try a cast-iron plant for more low-light conditions. If you don’t have a lot of room for pots or planters when decorating your senior living apartment, consider something as simple as a small container of succulents for the windowsill or along a counter. Plants can give you a sense of accomplishment, and they even help us heal. Kansas State University researchers found that patients with plants in their rooms needed less pain medication, had a lower blood pressure and heart rate, and felt less anxiety and fatigue when recovering from surgery. Adding some green to your new space could improve your quality of life.
#5: Treat yourself
Have your eye on a beautiful bowl for the kitchen counter? Some luxuriously soft throw pillows for the bed? Always wished you had a rocking chair in your bedroom for late-night reading? Maybe you’d like to invite a few friends over and toast your lovely new home with some nice champagne and an elegant dessert tray. As you decorate your senior living apartment, remember this is also your time to indulge a bit, and really savor your new freedom and peace of mind.
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