Qualities to look for in workers at 55+ communities
                     Qualities to look for in 
workers at 55+ 
communities
 There are various things that you need to focus on as you age. Some of the 
perks include a relaxed lifestyle, retirement, and extra time with your family. 
To capitalize on such opportunities, most people opt to live in 55+ 
communities, but there are things you need to know before committing. 
Below is a list of qualities that workers in 55+ communities must possess for 
the best possible resident experience.
 Communicative
 Communication is crucial for workers in active adult communities, from 
communicating with care team members and residents to keeping in touch 
with loved ones and family members. Excellent communication skills keep 
residents comfortable and calm and ensure everyone is updated with 
whatever goes on inside the community. Such skills are essential in 
identifying needs and minor health issues to ensure they’re addressed early 
to minimize the possibility of developing into more severe cases.
 Empathetic and compassionate
 Being empathetic enables workers in 55+ communities to understand what 
ill-health individuals go through to provide quality care. The kindness and 
love of the caregivers make life more bearable for most seniors, as some 
deal with health and age-related mobility issues daily. Caregiving is also 
about building a solid relationship and connection with residents to ensure 
they live happy lives.
 Ethical
 Workers in 55+ communities must observe a robust moral code by avoiding 
shortcuts that may impact the well-being of seniors. Caregivers must treat 
residents like family members, which makes a big difference, especially in 
challenging situations. Aside from caring for residents, the workers must 
respect other team members to ensure they work seamlessly to achieve the 
desired goal.
 Patient
 Working with elderly individuals who are forgetful and slow or who cannot 
follow and understand instructions may be stressful. Each passing day brings 
new challenges, and an understanding worker helps reduce the anxiety by 
assisting team members in making the right decisions for those residents 
who require care. Individuals with personal care needs or mobility issues 
may struggle in their activities. Although caregivers work on a tight 
schedule, they must consider working with the pace of residents to improve 
care delivery.
 Critical thinker
 Workers must be alert to minor changes in residents’ health needs to 
facilitate the identification of potential health issues before they become 
severe.
 Additionally, conducting problem-solving and routine risk assessments 
ensures that workers remain safe while offering quality care.
 According to The Population Reference Bureau, there will be at least 100 
million Americans aged 65 and above by 2060. This statistic indicates that 
seniors requiring care will double in the next 40 years. Having 
compassionate, patient, and educated workers will make caring for these 
seniors in 55+ communities easier. So, when 
choosing an active adult community, you are advised to research to make a 
proper decision for yourself or your loved one. Call Connect55+ today to 
learn about how our senior communities are staffed with excellent 
caregivers!
Get in touch with 
us
Luxurious Senior Living in Olathe Senior Living Apartments in Ankeny
13350 S. Greenwood Street 1225 SW. 28th Street
Olathe, KS 66062 Ankeny, IA 50023
913-839-2184 515-518-5774
[email protected] [email protected]
Independent Senior Living in Indianola
610 East Scenic Valley Avenue
Indianola, IA 50125
515-442-9681
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