4 Signs You’re Ready to Move to a Continuing Care Retirement Community
There are some decisions in life that rarely wait for perfect timing — getting married, buying a home, having children, and retiring often come to mind. Moving to…
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Why Don’t More Senior Living Communities Display Pricing Online?
In recent years, many senior living providers have changed their approach to showing pricing on community websites. Previously, clear pricing was rare by design: providers believed that revealing…
Hidden Costs of Caring for an Aging Parent: What to Expect and Plan For
According to data collected by the National Alliance for Caregiving, more than 66 million Americans provide care to a family member—nearly 40 percent of the adult population. While…
3 Reasons Aging in Place Can Cost More Than You Expect
Many people assume it is cheaper for seniors to remain in their homes rather than move to a retirement community, but the reality can be more complicated. Below…
Coming Soon: New Senior Living Video Series & Improved Website
We are preparing to launch myLifeSite 2.0, a complete redesign of our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) database and report engine. With the new site, CCRC profiles will…
Fighting Ageism in Healthcare: Strategies for Better Senior Care
I recently read a disheartening article about how ageism shows up across the healthcare system. Age discrimination and bias have long affected older adults, but the pandemic highlighted…
Can Pets Slow Cognitive Decline in Solo Agers?
There is growing evidence that loneliness and social isolation are linked to a wide range of negative health outcomes. With an increasing number of people choosing — or…
Medicaid Trusts for Entry into Continuing Care Retirement Communities
I was speaking to a group of prospective residents for a new life plan retirement community (also known as a continuing care retirement community, or CCRC) when a…
Nonprofit vs Not‑for‑Profit: Key Differences Explained
When presenting at retirement communities and similar venues nationwide, we receive many thoughtful questions from attendees. One recent question often prompts curiosity: what is the difference between a…
How Senior Living Communities Prep for Winter Storms and Keep Residents Safe
The recent severe winter weather reminded millions of Americans how powerful and unpredictable nature can be. From heavy snow and bone-chilling temperatures to power outages and icy roads,…
