If you reviewed the results of our recent consumer survey of more than 420 prospective residents of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs or “life plan communities”), you already know one of the primary reasons people delay a move: concern about the community’s financial management. In the survey, worry about finances scored 32 percent higher than … Read more

The following story is part of a joint project between myLifeSite and Senior Correspondent where people report on their senior living decision process. By Missie Greenwood Even now, in my eighth decade, I am teaching myself to play the organ. It may seem unusual to some that, living in a retirement community, I continue to … Read more

“Wellness” is a term often used in senior living, and its meaning can vary by context. In continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), also known as life plan communities, wellness typically describes services and amenities that enhance residents’ quality of life. CCRCs also deliver wellness through nursing and medical care when residents need support. CCRCs are … Read more

In the “I’m Not Ready Yet” blog series, we take an in-depth look at common reasons people delay a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) or other senior living community. There are many reasons people postpone a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC or life plan community) or another senior living … Read more

September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, a yearly observance dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and recognizing warning signs. Suicide remains a significant public health problem in the United States, and older adults are disproportionately affected. Trigger warnings: suicide, self-harm An epidemic among the aging CDC figures show the overall U.S. suicide rate … Read more

You have likely seen advertisements for 55-plus communities labeled as “active adult” living, but what does that phrase really mean? With many senior living providers using the term in marketing and on websites, it can be confusing. What exactly is an active adult community, and how does it differ from other age-restricted senior living options? … Read more

We have previously discussed how widespread loneliness is among older adults in the United States. A 2018 AARP Foundation study found that 35 percent of Americans over age 45 report feeling lonely — more than one in three. The rate is even higher among lower-income groups (household income under $25,000), where roughly half report loneliness. … Read more

You’ve likely noticed “help wanted” signs at businesses nationwide. Many industries are competing for workers and exploring new incentives beyond higher starting wages. One growing benefit is tuition reimbursement—recent high-profile examples include programs from major employers such as Walmart and McDonald’s. Staffing and retention have long been challenges in senior living and senior care. The … Read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is generating a lot of attention these days — literally and figuratively. Headlines range from dramatic warnings about AI’s impact to analyses of market trends, but what exactly is AI, and why should older adults understand what it can and cannot do? What is AI? AI describes computer systems that recognize patterns, … Read more

I have to confess: I was surprised by the responses to my post about CCRCs’ elevators. In that piece I explained how developers trying to cut costs sometimes choose less expensive, slower elevators, and how residents end up paying for that decision in time spent waiting. For that reason I advised anyone considering a continuing … Read more