Top Senior Living Articles from 2020: Our Most Read Posts
As 2020 comes to a close, many of us are glad to put the year behind us and look forward to 2021. Before we move on, here’s a…
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How Life Plan Communities Help Couples Stay Close
It was a heartbreaking story out of Alberta, Canada that recently made headlines. Terry and Alma Bonnett, married for 66 years, have been forced to live apart because…
CCRC Living Options for Introverts and Extroverts: Find Your Fit
Have you ever taken a Myers-Briggs personality test? If so, you likely discovered where you fall on the spectrum between introversion and extroversion. The introvert/extrovert distinction in that…
Independent Living Centers Explained: Services, Benefits, and How They Help
When considering retirement communities for those aged 55 and older, there are several distinct options available. Some providers focus on residents who can live fully or mostly independently,…
Guide to Assessing a CCRC’s Financial Viability Quickly
Deciding to move into a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also known as a life plan community, is often like purchasing an insurance policy against uncertain future needs.…
Moving into a CCRC: What New Residents Feel and Why It’s Normal
In last week’s blog post, I shared another study finding that people who choose to move to a retirement community, such as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC)…
3 Ways to Finance a Life Plan Community Entry Fee
So you’ve researched options, visited several communities, and picked the life plan community (also called a continuing care retirement community or CCRC) that feels right for you. One…
Why Choosing a Medicare-Certified Senior Care Center Matters
The terminology used in senior living and healthcare can be confusing. Many terms sound similar but carry different meanings. One phrase that often puzzles people is “Medicare-certified” when…
Refundable Entry Fees: Why It’s Time to Reform Event Pricing
I am a strong supporter of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), also called life plan communities, especially those that are well-managed, financially stable, and prioritize residents and staff.…
What Does a Continuum of Care Mean in Senior Living?
As people age, their health and lifestyle needs change, and the support they receive should adapt with them. If you’re researching senior living options—especially continuing care retirement communities…
