An 83 year old woman finds community and purpose in a senior living facility

Rochelle Linick moved from California to a senior living facility in Washington to be near her daughter.

After selling her home in Los Angeles to move to the East Bay Area, Linick initially planned to stay put. However, when her daughter and son in law decided to move to Washington to build a home in a 55+ community, Linick decided to relocate to the state as well.

Linick spent a weekend in a guest suite at a facility located about an hour outside of Seattle to evaluate the living situation. The campus consists of 228 units, including independent and assisted living arrangements. She chose the location after meeting other residents and finding that the apartments offered more space and better amenities than her previous home. She now lives in a one-bedroom apartment with a den that she uses as an office.

Since moving in four years ago, Linick has built a diverse social circle of friends who work in various professions like nursing and education. She participates in several community committees, including a culinary committee and a movie committee. Linick also volunteers to help local elementary school children practice phonics and comprehension. She says the move provided her with a balance of privacy and a supportive social network.