Silverdale Senior Apartments sits on a quiet street in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and the property feels peaceful and private, so folks can relax away from city noise. Residents here must be at least 55, so it's a seniors-only spot, and most people move in wanting a maintenance-free lifestyle where they won't have to worry about mowing grass, fixing things, or cleaning all the time. The independent living option fits healthy seniors who like things simple but can also get help if they need it. Apartments come in different sizes, from around 300 to over 650 square feet, and most are about 350 to 400, all on the ground level with no steps or elevators, making them easy to get in and out of, especially for people who've got trouble with stairs. Units are unfurnished, so everyone can bring their own things, even cherished furniture or decorations.
Bathrooms in every apartment are made for safety, with step-in showers and hand-held showerheads, plus everything's handled by remote-controlled heating and air, so rooms stay comfortable. Each place also comes with a full-size fridge, a simple magnetic cooktop, pans, a microwave, and Direct TV with more than 100 channels included, and folks can sign up for WiFi if they want. Every building is fully sprinkled for fire safety, and there's 24-hour security, so residents feel safer and their families worry less. The apartment complex has parking spots that are free and right in front of the entrance, which makes coming and going easier, and it's got screened patios, big common rooms like a day room and a dining room, and both indoor and outdoor spaces where people can sit and visit, play games, or get together for meals.
Silverdale Senior Apartments offers meal plans-residents can choose two or three hot meals a day if they don't want to cook, and there's housekeeping and laundry included in the rent, with shared washers and dryers that don't cost extra. The staff is trained and stays on hand to help with things as needed, though this is a place for those still pretty independent, and if anyone needs more care, home care services are available at $18 an hour with a two-hour minimum. There are organized activities planned to encourage folks to socialize and get to know their neighbors, and there are programs for education, hobbies, and entertainment, plus nutrition and fall-prevention programs. For those needing more help, there's access to specialized services like assisted living, adult day care, memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, nursing care, and even wound prevention.
Residents can choose from private or semi-private apartments, and there are some units for couples, so spouses can stay together. There's no smoking anywhere on site, and dogs aren't allowed, but cats can be brought into certain apartments with a $200 deposit, and there's a one-time $250 security deposit required for Silverdale Senior Apartments, but independent living units might not need a deposit. Utilities are always included, so people don't get a bunch of separate bills, and premium-level apartments are available for anyone wanting newer upgrades inside. The community doesn't claim to be fancy, but many people say the place feels like home, with a staff that tries to listen, address concerns, and make sure people feel looked after as they age in place.
