Nursing homes have been in the headlines as they confront the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. These communities, home to many vulnerable residents, have been especially affected by a virus that is both deadly and highly contagious. It’s understandable that people are reconsidering whether the benefits of living in a senior living community—such as a … Read more

The Centers for Disease Control recently released a report on U.S. life expectancy showing a decline for the first time since 1993. Data from 2015 indicate the average American life expectancy fell from 78.9 years in 2014 to 78.8 years in 2015—a drop of roughly five weeks. UPDATE: As of 2023, average life expectancy in … Read more

We often hear that most older adults prefer to remain in their homes as they age. But what drives that preference? A recent study by the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research highlights common reasons people want to age at home and points to broader issues underlying those preferences. Research on long-term care preferences The … Read more

If you work in sales or marketing for a senior living community—whether a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) or a rental retirement community—you know how challenging it can be to bring prospects on-site. Getting people to tour, attend an event, or simply become aware of your community requires visually appealing materials and a clear call-to-action … Read more

One of the many reasons people look forward to retirement is the chance to relax. Retirement should be a period of enjoyment, free from work-related stress, heavy responsibilities, and strict schedules. For those who choose to live in a senior community such as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), that simpler life becomes even easier … Read more

The best way to find yourself, is to lose yourself in the service of others. — Mahatma Gandhi Stories that show people helping others are a welcome counterpoint to negative headlines. This week I read about a creative, resident-led effort at The Village at Orchard Ridge, a continuing care retirement community in Winchester, Virginia, where … Read more

There was an insightful interview in Forbes last year titled “Dilemma: Senior Living Facility or Kids’ Inheritance?” in which financial expert Larry Light spoke with Certified Financial Planner Rick Kahler about seniors’ common wish to leave money to their adult children. The conversation examined a frequent concern: that moving into a senior living community could … Read more

I often write and speak about the many benefits of living in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), also known as a life plan community. Visiting CCRCs across the United States, I see how these communities enrich residents’ lives through social opportunities, lifelong learning, fitness programs, nutritious meals, and compassionate care when health issues arise. … Read more

You may have heard the saying that with two ears and one mouth, we should listen twice as much as we speak. I welcome feedback from MyLifeSite.net readers and users—your ideas and opinions shape nearly everything we do here. Recently I ran a brief, one-question survey asking respondents to name the single biggest reason they … Read more

The death of a spouse or partner is one of the most profound losses a person can face. The person who shared daily life, supported you through good and bad times, and helped raise a family leaves a significant void when they are gone. Grieving is difficult at any age, but it can be particularly … Read more