In a recent blog post, I highlighted a Washington State University study that found your place of residence can influence lifespan. That research examined gender, race, education level,…
According to data collected at myLifeSite, roughly three quarters of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), also called life plan communities, require an entry fee. About 80 percent of…
What if you could live in a retirement community that offers services, amenities, and an atmosphere on par with the world’s finest hotels? For many affluent older adults,…
Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity observed the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Many older adults use the holiday season to give cash or valuable assets to…
With COVID-19 cases down in many parts of the country, school breaks, and a host of religious holidays this month, many people will be visiting older relatives for…
If you’ve started researching senior living options—such as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also called a life plan community) or other retirement communities—you’ve likely encountered questions about…
With the recent growth of rental retirement communities—often called independent living or “independent plus”—I frequently hear people say they prefer communities with no upfront buy-in. When comparing rental…
You’ve decided to move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also known as a life plan community. You’ve reviewed your budget and can afford the monthly service…
What’s your passion? Whether you love art, practice yoga, ride horses, follow music, or pursue any particular hobby or identity, there’s a growing chance a retirement community exists…
Recently I spoke with a couple living in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also called a life plan community, in Virginia. Let’s call them Joe and Becky.…