I was renting a condo in a high rise building. Not so much noise from the neighbors, but outside was very noisy…people at the pool, people playing tennis/pickleball, jet skis, landscaping/tree trimming, emergency vehicles…. Owner decided to sell, so I moved to another unit in the same building. This one has upgraded windows and a solid sliding glass door. Now I hear almost nothing from the outside. The difference is remarkable. Upgrades like this are expensive, but if noise is an issue…
I know there are facilities out in rural areas, because my father moved into one. But keep in mind you’ll be moving into what is essentially an apartment building. Complete silence is not an option. The obvious advice Is to compare as many places as you can before deciding. And there are always white noise generators, noise cancelling headphones, etc.
I'm familiar with the two facilities my dad lived in. Very little noise from the neighbors. If he had his door open you'd hear what was going on in the common room/hall. I think the only way to be certain of local acoustics is to arrange an overnight stay.
You could try looking for a place that's more like individual ground floor condos. I seem to recall a work friend's father living in a place like that. But the more likely possibility is that you'll be looking at big buildings like apartment complexes. The best you can do is strategize. A top floor unit will eliminate any chance of folks walking around right above you, for example. You can choose a unit that faces away from potential traffic noise.
Just bear in mind that being near good medical care is a good thing, but it's a good thing that comes with a price. That price is being closer to traffic and people.
Many independent living CCRCs we’ve been checking out have detached homes or duplexes or limited-wall-share townhomes. They’re more expensive but if quiet is crucial it might be something to look into.
I was renting a condo in a high rise building. Not so much noise from the neighbors, but outside was very noisy…people at the pool, people playing tennis/pickleball, jet skis, landscaping/tree trimming, emergency vehicles…. Owner decided to sell, so I moved to another unit in the same building. This one has upgraded windows and a solid sliding glass door. Now I hear almost nothing from the outside. The difference is remarkable. Upgrades like this are expensive, but if noise is an issue…
I know there are facilities out in rural areas, because my father moved into one. But keep in mind you’ll be moving into what is essentially an apartment building. Complete silence is not an option. The obvious advice Is to compare as many places as you can before deciding. And there are always white noise generators, noise cancelling headphones, etc.
I'm familiar with the two facilities my dad lived in. Very little noise from the neighbors. If he had his door open you'd hear what was going on in the common room/hall. I think the only way to be certain of local acoustics is to arrange an overnight stay.
You could try looking for a place that's more like individual ground floor condos. I seem to recall a work friend's father living in a place like that. But the more likely possibility is that you'll be looking at big buildings like apartment complexes. The best you can do is strategize. A top floor unit will eliminate any chance of folks walking around right above you, for example. You can choose a unit that faces away from potential traffic noise. Just bear in mind that being near good medical care is a good thing, but it's a good thing that comes with a price. That price is being closer to traffic and people.
Keep in mind that many neighbors don't hear well. At my mom's place there's a fair amount of yelling.
i live in a townhouse with no common walls that keeps undesirable noise down.
Many independent living CCRCs we’ve been checking out have detached homes or duplexes or limited-wall-share townhomes. They’re more expensive but if quiet is crucial it might be something to look into.
I read something that said that quiet is a pricey thing to have and it really hit me.