--- title: Why You Should Tour Senior Living Communities During the Holidays description: Take a tour of Collington, A Kendal Affiliate in D.C. to see if it is right for you! image: https://blog.collington.kendal.org/hubfs/seniorliving.jpg --- - [Careers](https://collington.kendal.org/about/careers/) - [Giving](https://collington.kendal.org/about/giving/) - [Contact](http://collington.kendal.org/about/contact-us/) - [1.888.257.9468](tel:18882579468) Search [![kendal_collington-crop](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/hubfs/New%20Brand/kendal_collington-crop.jpg)](https://collington.kendal.org/) Search - Community Life - [Independent Living](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/independent-living/) - [Lifecare](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/lifecare/) - [Community Overview](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/overview/) - [Gallery & Videos](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/gallery-videos/) - [Wellness](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/wellness-center/) - [Dining](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/dining/) - [Things To Do In Collington](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/local-attractions/) - [Lifelong Learning](https://collington.kendal.org/community-life/lifelong-learning/) - [Resident Stories](https://collington.kendal.org/topic/residentstories/) - Care Services - [Assisted Living](https://collington.kendal.org/care-services/assisted-living-personal-care/) - [Memory Support](https://collington.kendal.org/care-services/memory-support/) - [Short-Stay Respite](https://collington.kendal.org/care-services/short-stay-respite/) - Values - [Mission & Quaker Info](https://collington.kendal.org/values/mission/) - [Welcoming Diversity](https://collington.kendal.org/values/welcoming-diversity/) - [Sustainability](https://collington.kendal.org/values/sustainability/) - Planning - [Plan a Visit](https://collington.kendal.org/plan-a-visit/) - [Campus](https://collington.kendal.org/plan-a-visit/campus/) - [Floor Plans](https://collington.kendal.org/floor-plans/) - [Pricing Information](https://collington.kendal.org/planning/pricing-information/) - [Resources](https://collington.kendal.org/planning/resources/) - News & Events - [News](https://collington.kendal.org/news/) - [Events](https://collington.kendal.org/events/) - [Blog](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/blog) - About - [Leadership Team](https://collington.kendal.org/about/leadership-team/) - [Board of Directors](https://collington.kendal.org/about/board-of-directors/) - [Careers](https://collington.kendal.org/about/careers/) - [Giving](https://collington.kendal.org/about/giving/) - [FAQ](https://collington.kendal.org/about/faq/) - [Financial Information & Compliance](https://collington.kendal.org/about/financial-information-compliance/) - [Contact](https://collington.kendal.org/about/contact-us/) - [Careers](https://collington.kendal.org/about/careers/) - [Giving](https://collington.kendal.org/about/giving/) - [Contact](http://collington.kendal.org/about/contact-us/) - [1.888.257.9468](tel:18882579468) - [Home](https://collington.kendal.org/) - [Transforming the experience of aging](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/blog) - Why You Should Tour Senior Living Communities During the Holidays # Why You Should Tour Senior Living Communities During the Holidays --- The holidays are a time when families come together and visit those they may not see as often as they’d like. Senior living communities are full of loved ones, events, decorations and a liveliness that makes it the perfect time for you or your loved one to take a tour. Here are a few of the things that make the holidays the best time of year to visit:   Holiday spirit Holiday decorations have a way of making everyone feel merry and bright. During this time of year, senior living communities are decked out with Christmas trees, lights, bows and mistletoe. The happy holiday spirit could quickly change the feelings a hesitant visitor might have about moving into a senior living community.   Family members can join you Since most families spend the holidays together, it is a great opportunity to take them along with you for the tour. Getting input from other family members can help you make a decision about if it will be the right place for you!   More activities and events During the holidays, senior living communities are filled with special events, children visiting and choirs putting on performances. This makes it a great time of year for a visit, showing future residents that they will never feel isolated in the community.   Move in incentives During the end of the year, some senior living communities may offer additional move in incentives so spend time looking into what kind of discounts you may be able to get during the holidays.   There’s no better time to start the search for the perfect senior living community. If you’re interested in taking a tour of Collington during the holiday season give us a call at 1-888-257-9468!   ![Screen Shot 2019-12-11 at 10.29.32 AM](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-12-11%20at%2010.29.32%20AM.png?width=350&name=Screen%20Shot%202019-12-11%20at%2010.29.32%20AM.png)   Share - - - ![Collington](https://collington.kendal.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/05/Collington-Logo-white.png) Together, transforming the experience of aging.® - ![Equal Housing Opportunity](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2724579/Kendal_March2020/Images/eho.png "Equal Housing Opportunity") - ![Handicap Accessible](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2724579/Kendal_March2020/Images/WheelChair.png "Handicap Accessible") - ![Leading Age Member](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2724579/Kendal_March2020/Images/LeadingAgeLogo.png "Leading Age Member") - ![FSA](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2724579/Kendal_March2020/Images/FSA-Alliance-Logo-White-copy.png "FSA") **Collington** 10450 Lottsford Road Mitchellville, Maryland 20721 Sales/Marketing: 1.888.257.9468 General Information: 1.301.560.3601 **[Contact Us](http://collington.kendal.org/about/contact-us/)** **Charitable Giving** Partner with Collington, a Continuing Care Retirement Community and support meaningful initiatives within our community. 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