Moving In, Moving Up: Senior Living That Sets You Free

Jan 12, 2026 | Featured, Independent Living

You’ve likely heard the phrase “less is more.” Maybe you’ve used it yourself when talking about things like home decor (or maybe even a new wardrobe).

Now, it’s time to apply that term to your entire life. It’s time to shed the burdens of homeownership so you can give yourself back more time, more freedom, and more opportunities to do what you love.

In Priority Life Care’s independent living communities, that’s our core focus. We want to help you upgrade your lifestyle by simplifying your responsibilities.

If you think about your current to-do list, there’s a good chance that it’s filled with mundane tasks like mowing the lawn, fixing that leaky faucet, or planning out your meals for the week. Chances are, it leaves little time or flexibility for anything else.

Now, imagine a life where someone else handles all of that.

That’s the reality for seniors who have chosen to move into an independent living community. Let’s take a closer look at how that’s possible.

More Than a Home, It’s a Lifestyle

Moving into independent living isn’t about needing help, but instead, wanting more out of life. Designed for seniors who are perfectly capable of managing their own lives, but tired of the constant upkeep a house demands, independent living is a maintenance-free existence where your biggest decision will likely be something like whether you should join the morning yoga class or meet friends for a walk around the beautifully landscaped grounds.

Instead of spending your Saturday wrestling with a lawnmower, you could be taking a painting class, joining a book club, or hopping on the community shuttle for a day trip to a local museum.

And all those hobbies you’ve been meaning to get back to? You’ll finally have the time, and you’ll find neighbors who are just as eager to join you. This built-in social connection is a huge benefit. In fact, research shows that older adults who are socially active tend to have better cognitive function and overall well-being.

Redefining Your Golden Years

What does freedom look like to you? For some, it’s traveling without worrying about who will watch the house. For others, it’s enjoying a chef-prepared meal without having to touch a single pot or pan. An independent living community rolls all of this into one package. You get the privacy of your own apartment or cottage, complete with a kitchen if you feel like cooking, but with the amenities of a resort right outside your door.

You’re also gaining peace of mind. Many communities offer restaurant-style dining, housekeeping services, and robust wellness programs. This is important for you as you take the next step, but also for your family members, who want you to be able to get the most out of life and stay safe and surrounded by friends while doing so.

In our independent living communities, you’ll be surrounded by peers who are in the same exciting chapter of life. Studies have found that approximately 90% of residents feel that moving to a senior living community has improved their overall life satisfaction.

If you’re ready to create a life that’s rich with experiences, not chores and responsibilities, it’s time to consider independent living.

Take the Next Step Toward Freedom with Priority Life Care

At Priority Life Care communities, we believe your retirement should be about pursuing your passions and enjoying every moment. We handle the hassles so you can focus on living your best life.

Ready to see how much more life has to offer? Let’s talk about how independent living can set you free. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a tour!

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Extremely happy! My family member moved here earlier this year and we have nothing but ...
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Keri
Extremely happy! My family member moved here earlier this year and we have nothing but great things to say about the care, communication and compassion Tanglewood has for their residents. We were a bit nervous about moving our family member here, we had experienced an unpleasant environment with another assisted living community. Needless to say, we are beyond grateful for the wonderful team at Tanglewood. They have great communication and are always willing to go the extra mile to check on their residents. Highly recommend!!! I know that there are a lot of places people can choose from, hope they would pick Tanglewood.
Keri
Keri
We moved my grandmother here about a month ago and so far it's been wonderful. ...
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Morgan
We moved my grandmother here about a month ago and so far it's been wonderful. Jennifer gave us a great tour and all the information we needed and the rest of the staff has been very friendly towards my Grandmother and her dog. We are very happy we moved her to Tanglewood Trace!
Morgan
Morgan
My husband's favorite aunt was placed in this facility by her children, and I was ...
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Angelica
My husband's favorite aunt was placed in this facility by her children, and I was very impressed with everything I saw when we visited. It was very clean and everyone was very polite and helpful. We were also glad to get updates from our family about how well the facility was handling the CoVID-19 pandemic. I know that my husband's cousins have been very happy and are not worried about their mother's health or well being while at Tanglewood, which says a lot with how crazy 2020 was. Overall, my husband and I are impressed with what we have experienced and heard, and we highly recommend this facility.
Angelica
Angelica
I think it is best to start with understanding that Tanglewood Trace handles not only ...
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Samuel
I think it is best to start with understanding that Tanglewood Trace handles not only Independent Living but also Assisted Living and Personal Care. I think the reviews really should be based on that aspect in mind. I speak with regard to Assisted Living. My great aunt spent 4 years at Tanglewood and without reservation I always felt exceptionally comfortable with the standard of care at this facility. I really enjoyed whenever I would visit my great aunt that the nurses and practitioners at the center would greet me by my name and always would ask me personally if my great aunt was happy with the care as she was not always so critical. Understanding within reason - the nurses and practitioners always would be honest as to when and how they could react to a concern I had on behalf of my aunt - and if reasonable we would see the results shortly after. Often my great aunt just wanted to have more towels on a different day or evening or even - more simply - ask for additional services with my help when I visited that would always be acknowledged. I highly recommend Tanglewood - proximity to Notre Dame and the University Park Mall were awesome benefits.
Samuel
Samuel
I have so many positive things to say about the Tanglewood Trace team and caring ...
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Helene
I have so many positive things to say about the Tanglewood Trace team and caring experience that they provide...My parents in law moved from IOWA in early 2023 into Tanglewood's Assisted Living to be closer to family. The warm welcome that they received by the staff and the other residents was just the beginning of their positive experience. Tanglewood's diverse calendar of activities and entertainment, the lovely dining room and variety of daily tasty menu options as well as the personalized care that the staff provide are some of the many good things I can attest to. When my mother in law suffered some falls that resulted in a broken leg and surgery, the Tanglewood nursing caregivers and therapy department rallied to assist her through her healing journey, and she continues to improve with their support. When my father in law's cancer recently became critical and he needed hospice care, Tanglewood's knowledgeable, accessible and caring Executive Director and Director of Nursing as well as numerous caregivers guided and supported us in keeping him in his AL apartment with my mother in law. He was able to pass away with dignity with both hospice and Tanglewood's diverse team (nursing, dietary, maintenance, housekeeping, and other caregivers) working collaboratively. My husband and I were by his side, as was my mother in law, at Tanglewood, when he passed. The Tanglewood team surpassed our expectations beyond words throughout this journey. We are grateful to have my recently widowed mother in law living there, where we can continue to visit her in this next chapter. Thank you again to the Tanglewood family of caregivers and to the numerous caring residents that are watching over my dear mother in law.
Helene
Helene

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