There was a time when senior care in India was confined to old age homes. These old age homes, often managed by charitable organizations provided shelter and basic facilities for older people of lower economic status. The concept of retirement homes was unheard of until a decade ago. This paper showcases seniors in India as a demographic segment, bringing out the key trends in senior housing. The entrenched social norm hints towards a moral obligation for children to assume the responsibility in caring for their aging parents. Retirement homes were perceived as the last – resort for older people who did not have anyone to care for them. However, the perception of a retirement home as a shelter for destitute older people is slowing changing. The main catalyst for this change is urbanization and changes to traditional family structure, while most continue to stay with their children, a large number of middle and upper-class seniors, especially those whose children have moved abroad or other cities for work, are opting to pack up their homes and move to ‘Retirement Communities’ or ‘Senior Living’ facilities to continue living independently to enjoy their post-retirement life without any hassle. This paper concludes with a discussion on the importance of retirement community in the present-day scenario as a boon for both children and aged parents, highlighting the gradual change in the stigma attached to it.