A retirement home is a place where older people go to live when they can no longer take care of themselves. Many older people live alone and they might need help taking care of themselves. In a retirement home, the older people have their own bedroom, but they can also socialize with other people their age, and get help with things like bathing, cooking, and medicine. People in retirement homes also get help with activities like shopping and going to the doctor. Retirement homes are a great way for older people to get the care they need in a safe and comfortable environment.