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Where to Begin | 5 Easy Steps

You’ve never approached life on autopilot—so why start now? At GreenFields of Geneva, we understand that choosing a senior living community isn’t just practical. It’s personal. This five-step guide walks you through the questions that matter, helping you move forward with insight and a clear understanding of what fits.

1.) Rethink What Senior Living Can Be

Though familiar, staying at home as you age can often mean juggling logistics. From managing upkeep and coordinating plans, to filling in the gaps when routines shift. Senior living at a Life Care community like GreenFields offers something else entirely: a lifestyle where your time opens up, your day feels more intentional, and the mundane is handled behind the scenes.

Take a closer look at the most common senior living options:

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A lifestyle-focused setting designed for older adults who want access to dining, enrichment, wellness, and social experiences, all within a residential community.

A licensed care setting offering round-the-clock medical services and rehabilitative support for individuals managing complex or chronic health needs.

Services provided in a private residence, ranging from companionship to skilled care. Often requires coordinating multiple service providers.

Ideal for active individuals ready to simplify homeownership while gaining access to personalized wellness opportunities and community amenities.

Luxury residential living with tailored support for daily routines like bathing, grooming, and medication management, all while respecting your independence.

Also known as a Life Plan community, this model offers multiple levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing, and memory car,e all within one community.

Age-restricted apartments that prioritize low-maintenance living, typically with fewer integrated services or lifestyle features.

When’s the Right Time to Make a Move to Senior Living?

Planning early gives you more flexibility—from your choice of floor plan to your ability to qualify for long-term care.

Eligibility for Life Plan Communities typically begins around age 62, with health also being a factor. At GreenFields of Geneva, early planning helps you stay ahead of the curve, on your timeline, with your preferences intact. For those who already have a health concern or require support, our health services accept direct admissions on a month-to-month basis.

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2.) Define Your Lifestyle and Support Priorities

Your lifestyle is personal, and at GreenFields of Geneva, every service, program, and amenity is built to support how you want to spend your time. Whether you’re interested in lifelong learning, wellness, faith, or artistic expression, our broad range of services ensures there’s always room to grow.

Explore the resource below or dive deeper into our lifestyle options for more information:

Independent Living

Independent Living at GreenFields means letting go of home upkeep while gaining the space and time to pursue what energizes you. From morning fitness classes to concerts in the activity room, your days are as full or relaxed as you choose. With dining, housekeeping, and community programs included, your priorities and interests can dictate the day.

Independent Living may be a great fit if you:

  • Prefer social connection without the hassle of homeownership
  • Value convenience and enrichment built into daily life
  • Want to remain in one community even if your care needs change
Assisted Living

Assisted Living at GreenFields is designed to feel like a natural extension of the life you already love. Our team provides help with daily activities in familiar and personal surroundings. From getting ready in the morning to preparing for family visits, care is thoughtfully attuned to your routines and preferences.

This lifestyle may be a fit if you:

  • Could use assistance with tasks like dressing, bathing, or medication reminders
  • Want reassurance that support is close by, but not intrusive
  • Appreciate a social calendar, dining options, and wellness services all under one roof
Memory Care

Our Memory Care residences offer grounded reliability through a structured setting that still allows for new, fulfilling experiences. With a person-centered approach, our team focuses on honoring each resident’s story through routines, creative therapies, and compassionate support.

This setting may be ideal for those who:

  • Are living with Alzheimer’s Disease or another form of dementia
  • Benefit from familiar schedules and sensory-based engagement
  • Need care provided by individuals with specialized dementia training
Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation at GreenFields combines clinical excellence with a warm, neighborhood atmosphere. Whether you’re recovering from surgery or building strength after a hospital stay, our licensed therapists offer customized programs to help you make meaningful progress.

Rehabilitation may be a strong fit if you:

  • Need post-surgical or post-hospital therapy
  • Would benefit from physical, occupational, or speech therapy
  • Want to recover in a supportive setting that feels like home
Skilled Nursing

Our Skilled Nursing center provides clinical care that prioritizes individual goals and overall well-being. With private rooms, chef-prepared meals, and a team of licensed professionals, you or your loved one can receive comprehensive medical oversight in an atmosphere built for everyday living.

Skilled Nursing may be right for individuals who:

  • Require long-term or complex medical care
  • Need round-the-clock nursing support
  • Prefer a residential approach to clinical services

3.) Understand the True Value of Senior Living

Senior living is an investment in continuity, where your standards are preserved, and your preferences remain central. At GreenFields of Geneva, living costs reflect access to services, care, and amenities that simplify and enhance daily life. From chef-prepared meals and fitness classes to healthcare coordination and maintenance, you’ll find that the value far exceeds expectations.

Our team can help you understand monthly rates, included services, and how our contract options compare to the long-term costs of living at home.

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4.) Visualize Your Ideal Community: Amenities, Services, Peers

At GreenFields, community life is about more than shared space, it’s about shared purpose. Here, neighbors become friends, events spark new interests, and services are designed to simplify the day so you can enjoy it more fully.

Schedule a Tour

There’s no better way to understand what GreenFields offers than to experience it in person. Walk the grounds, explore the library and chapel, and discover what life can look like when hospitality and class go hand in hand. Schedule your visit today.

Explore Resident Experiences and Testimonials

Residents at GreenFields often share stories about the friendships they’ve formed, the security they feel, and the activities that keep them engaged. Their experiences reflect what it’s like to be surrounded by people who see and celebrate who you are.

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Life at GreenFields is rich with possibility. Whether you're growing a garden, attending a speaker series, or enjoying a quiet moment in the chapel, there's always space to be yourself.

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Community and Connection

From choir rehearsals to card games, GreenFields offers endless ways to build friendships and share experiences.

Wellness That Works for You

With health-focused classes, spiritual offerings, and enrichment opportunities, we offer experiences that engage your whole self—physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Dining Experiences

Our chef-led kitchen team crafts meals that are both nourishing and memorable. Enjoy seasonal menus, warm service, and flexible dining venues.

Floor Plans

Residences at GreenFields are designed with simplicity and grace in mind. From cozy apartments to more spacious layouts, each home supports effortless living.

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Amenities

Amenities at GreenFields go beyond the expected. Think: patio lunches, a calendar packed with events, and creative workshops you didn’t know you loved yet.

5.) Let’s Explore Your Future—Together

Whether you're planning ahead or ready to take the next step, we’re here to answer questions, offer insight, and help you explore your options.

Reach out to discover how GreenFields of Geneva can align with your vision for the future.

Have questions about finding the ideal community? Explore Step 2 for a detailed look at the process and considerations.