Huzurevlerim The care almanac
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The concept of senior living includes a range of choices, from independent living communities to assisted living facilities and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), now often called life…
The decision to move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also known as a life plan community, is rarely made alone. Many people beyond the prospective resident…
As temperatures begin to fall across much of the country, many older adults consider whether spending their retirement in Florida makes sense. For established “snowbirds,” cooler weather signals…
As summer arrives, many people embrace outdoor activities—hiking, swimming, gardening, or relaxing at the beach. These warm months bring plenty of enjoyment, but it’s important to take precautions…
Last week we explored what defines an equity retirement community and reviewed the potential advantages and drawbacks of that senior living option. Before that, we covered the characteristics…
Over the past few years I have written several posts explaining the different types of residency contracts offered by continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs or “life plan communities”),…
“There’s no place like home,” Dorothy says at the end of The Wizard of Oz, after she wakes up safe and sound in her bedroom in Kansas. Many…
“Planning for a crisis” may sound contradictory, but as we age it becomes practical and essential. While many of us hope to remain healthy and independent, unexpected health…
Picture a retirement community designed for maintenance-free living and whole-person wellness: personal trainers, a fully equipped fitness center, yoga and meditation sessions, saltwater lap pools, and more. Add…
A serious health condition often forces patients and their families to make difficult decisions about treatment, comfort, and quality of life. Two terms commonly encountered in these situations…
