I recently read a heartwarming article about Three Crowns Park, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Evanston, Illinois, and their long-standing relationship with the children’s summer sports…
In last week’s post, I highlighted an article that collected advice from caregivers of family members with Alzheimer’s disease. Much of the guidance focused on the emotional and…
So often, in church or in conversation, I’ve heard someone say, “Hospice has been called in” about a sick or elderly friend or family member. It sounds ominous,…
For New Year’s many people resolve to improve their health—whether by eating better or going to the gym more regularly. Those are valuable goals, but equally important for…
Selling your current home is often one of the biggest obstacles for people considering a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) or life plan community. In our Consumer Survey,…
As of October 11, 2024, important changes were implemented to create appeals processes for certain Medicare beneficiaries who were admitted to the hospital as inpatients but later reclassified…
If you are considering continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), also known as life plan communities, you have likely encountered entry fees. These fees grant contractual access to a…
There are many rewarding aspects of retirement: more leisure time, opportunities to relax, moments with friends and family, and time to travel. For some, retirement can feel like…
Feeling more anxious lately is common — you’re not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased stress and anxiety for many people. Anxiety can present in different ways: persistent…