I took care of my wife from 2012 till November of 2023 when I had to put her into memory care. I miss her so much. I still teach alpine skiing and Telemark skiing, work out at Leverage Fitness, go for a bike rides. I switched to gravel biking so I can go most anywhere. I have a beautiful house with everything I might need on one floor. I also still have rentals in Las Vegas. I live in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. My neighbors are planning to move to a retirement community and are encouraging me to do the same. But I feel just fine here, except for the yard work. Any ideas would help,
Also, considering your loss, starting out in a new place has its benefits. You wouldn't be constantly reminded by the things around you that she's no longer here; instead you'd have new surroundings where you make new memories. You'll meet new friends who are in the same situation you are.
My condolences on the loss of your wife. Sometimes the best way to deal with grief is to make a big change. I wish you well!
Since you lost your wife about a year ago I would not make any fast decisions.
Visit your neighbors at their new place. Check out some other places.
Enjoy where you are at for now.
Consider an apple watch or similar. The apple watch will call 911 if you fall when alone.
Enjoy your rides. Let us know how your birthday ride goes.
Is All your paperwork in order? Do you have a will? Do you have a health care POA? A regular POA? A POLST
I'm 82 and love my independent living community where I have lived for 5 years. What is it that you want to do as you age?
These Communities take you from Independent living, to Assisted Living to Longterm care. IMO, since you have no family this maybe a good choice. You would be secure in knowing that you will always be cared for.
Good luck to you.