Independent Living Communities

True Connection Communities offers independent senior living across the country, with services and inclusions that vary by location.

Independent living means keeping full control of your day while handing off the parts of homeownership that get in the way. Many communities include chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and transportation as part of daily life, often bundled into one monthly rate, with a full calendar of activities for whenever you want to join in.

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What Makes Independent Living Different

Communities for independent living are designed for residents who want the conveniences of all-inclusive living without giving up independence. Homes range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, most with a full kitchen and private balcony or patio. Meals, housekeeping, and transportation are typically included, so there’s less to manage day to day.

Life in an Independent Living Community

An independent lifestyle looks different in every community, but the throughline is the same: neighbors who know each other by name, a dining room that becomes a gathering place, and a calendar full of activities that residents help define themselves. Many communities add extras like a movie theater, library, or concierge service.

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Where to Find Independent Living Communities

True Connection Communities currently offers an independent senior lifestyle at the following locations:

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Clinton Township, MI

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Sterling Heights, MI

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Shelby Township, MI

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Delray Beach, FL

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Greater Richmond, VA

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Williamsburg, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

Independent living communities typically include more built-in services, such as chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, or transportation, while active adult communities generally focus on maintenance-free housing with fewer built-in services. Exact offerings vary by community, so it’s worth checking what’s included at the specific location you’re considering. Both are designed for residents who are able to live independently. True Connection Communities doesn’t provide care, though residents are welcome to arrange care through a third party if they choose.

Most independent living communities include chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, utilities, and scheduled transportation in one monthly rate, along with access to amenities and a full activity calendar.

Independent living is for adults who don’t need help with daily care while assisted living offers support. Assisted living includes help with personal care tasks, which isn’t part of what True Connection Communities offers.

Most True Connection Communities’ independent living communities welcome pets, though policies can vary by location. Check with the community you’re interested in for specific guidelines.

True Connection Communities’ independent living communities require at least one resident per household to be 55 or older, though Verena at Bedford Falls requires residents to be 62 or older.

Schedule a Tour Today

The best way to know if independent living is the right fit is to see it in person. Schedule a tour and explore the community, amenities, and lifestyle waiting for you.

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