The Advantage of Being Able to Age in Place and Maintain Your Independence
Why Seniors in Belleville Choose At Your Service at The Shrine
There comes a moment when “doing it all yourself” becomes harder than it used to be, not because you’ve changed, but because life has. Maybe your shoulder aches while dressing or laundry feels like a mountain instead of a chore. You just need the right kind of support to maintain your independence and age in place gracefully.
That’s where At Your Service at Benedictine Living Community–At The Shrine comes in. It’s not home care. It’s not assisted living. It’s something in between: the missing piece that helps seniors stay confidently independent and age in place in their own apartments while receiving trusted, in-house support from staff who already know them.
The Value of Familiar Faces
In many independent living communities, outside agencies are called in to help with new people, new routines and new worries. At The Shrine, At Your Service offers something rare: help that feels personal. The same Benedictine staff members who greet residents each day are the ones providing extra help when it’s needed most.
This consistency matters. Familiar faces build trust, reduce anxiety and make asking for help feel comfortable rather than clinical.
What Makes At Your Service Different
At Your Service (AYS) is designed to help seniors age in place and maintain their independence by providing flexible, in-house support that adapts to changing needs.
Residents can choose from a menu of services such as:
- Help with dressing or grooming
- Laundry and linen changes
- Medication setup and reminders
- Escorts to meals or activities
- Short-term recovery support after illness or surgery
Every service runs on a flexible point system, allowing residents to personalize their care and adjust as needed without moving to a higher level of care.
What Families Say
“The kind and compassionate services provided by the staff take away the burden and worry from us kids when we can’t always be there.”
— Daughter of a current resident
For families, At Your Service means reassurance. For residents, it means dignity and control.
A Real Story: Staying Independent for a Year Longer
One resident began using At Your Service for laundry and medication reminders after a hospital stay. What was meant to be temporary turned into a full year of support that allowed him to age in place in his independent apartment before transitioning to assisted living.
It’s stories like his that remind families that personalized assistance can make a life-changing difference.
Who Benefits Most
- Seniors who want to age in place and remain independent but could use a little daily support
- Family members balancing care from afar
- Those recovering from surgery or illness
- Anyone planning for the future who doesn’t want to rely on outside agencies
Why Now Matters
The sooner you explore At Your Service, the more options you have. Waiting until you “need it” often limits choices. Seniors who plan ahead have more control over their care preferences. Think of it this way: independence isn’t lost when you accept help; it’s extended when you choose it early.
Discover how At Your Service helps residents live independently, confidently and connected. Don’t wait for a hospital stay or a health scare to start exploring your options.
📅 Schedule a Personalized Tour today to see how At Your Service can help you or your loved one age in place in an independent community at Benedictine Living Community–At The Shrine.