How CCRC Fees Change When One Spouse Needs Care
One common question we hear from people exploring life plan communities (also called continuing care retirement communities or CCRCs) is how monthly community fees change when one spouse…
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How Likely Will You Need Assisted Living?
As the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI) explains, your personal risk of needing long-term care is effectively binary: either you will never need it or you…
Supporting Seniors Through Every Step of Their CCRC Journey
A few years ago I spoke with my pastor about a challenge I faced as an adult Sunday school teacher: I couldn’t reconcile the different viewpoints and opinions…
How a CCRC Can Reduce the Financial Burden of Long-Term Care
Saving for retirement and planning for senior living is a long-term process for many people. Depending on individual spending and saving habits, funds are often allocated into distinct…
Create a Care Plan That Keeps Medical Decisions in Your Hands
In today’s customized world, people expect to have choices—and that extends to senior living and long-term care. You can pick a burger exactly the way you want it…
Top Retirement Destinations for 2022–2023 You Haven’t Considered
What cities would you guess top the list of the best places to retire in the U.S.? Somewhere warm year-round? A coastal town with beaches? A recent analysis…
Decluttering for Seniors: How Clearing Clutter Boosts Well‑Being and Safety
For many older adults, a home holds a lifetime of memories—and an abundance of stuff. Photographs, children’s artwork, out-of-style clothes in the attic; holiday decorations, knickknacks, and forgotten…
How CCRCs Improve Well-Being and Extend Lifespan
Numerous studies show that a positive outlook and a strong sense of wellbeing contribute to better health and a longer life. A sunny disposition can improve work performance,…
Paying a CCRC Entry Fee From an IRA: What You Need to Know
There are many advantages to choosing a life plan community (also called a continuing care retirement community or CCRC), including a wide range of amenities and services that…
Dementia and Memory Care: Emotional Impact and Financial Costs
In last week’s blog post, we explained how a home care provider’s help with activities of daily living (ADLs) can allow older adults to stay in their homes…
