Cooking shows and contests have surged in popularity, from The Great British Bake Off to Top Chef and Chopped. Viewers love watching culinary creativity and friendly competition, and…
Recently I shared my thoughts on what the continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also known as a life plan community, might look like in the years ahead. While…
Last week I spoke to a large group of prospective residents at a life plan community (also called a continuing care retirement community, or CCRC) in Phoenix, Arizona.…
If you’ve begun researching senior living for yourself or a loved one, you’ve likely noticed the terminology can be confusing. Words like independent living, independent plus, active adult,…
The Baby Boomer generation has long been known for redefining life stages, and as more Boomers enter retirement they are reshaping the idea of “aging in place” by…
Choosing a retirement community can feel overwhelming, especially when prospects are considering Life Plan Communities (also known as Continuing Care Retirement Communities or CCRCs). A major reason is…
Do certain words make you feel a certain way, triggering positive or negative emotions? Words like family, work, home, taxes, and vacation often carry immediate emotional weight. Working…
Today’s senior living communities offer more services and amenities than ever, from practical supports like on-site healthcare, transportation, and home maintenance to luxury features such as fine dining…
You’ve likely heard the saying “Getting old ain’t for sissies,” often attributed to Bette Davis. Aging brings many changes: some slow and predictable, others sudden and disruptive. Chronic…
If you’ve ever tried to start a fitness program, change your diet, or quit smoking, you know change can be difficult. Many assume change becomes harder with age…