I have two friends whom downsized in the past 6 months. They moved from big Victorian homes to a senior apartment and love it! Nothing to take care of. They pay for one meal a day, don't have to cook, they get served, and made so many new friends (and don't even have to go out to see people). They say they don't miss their house of 50 years and love where they are living. Most senior places have libraries, a store, game rooms, and pubs.