You’ve lived a long and full life and are now in your senior years. While aging is a natural component of life, it does not mean you have to face it alone. Being surrounded by friendly people may help you age gracefully. Life’s difficulties don’t disappear as you grow older; they only change faces. Health problems emerge, mobility is reduced, and loved ones die away. Familiarity with one’s surroundings and lifetime contacts may make handling struggles much easier. Strong social relationships are shown to aid in maintaining brain health and lifespan. Community living allows for social connection and participation that may be missing in isolation. Sharing meals, engaging in activities and supporting one another through ups and downs fosters meaningful connections and provides meaning. Your friends’ life experiences may help you through this phase of life. While independence is essential, interdependence may be the key to healthy aging. Surrounding yourself with individuals going through similar life experiences as you may help overcome loneliness and enable you to have a satisfying life as you age gracefully together. Community is the thread that connects us all. Buying a flat or apartment is one of the most convenient options for community living. For...