There are some decisions in life that rarely wait for perfect timing — getting married, buying a home, having children, and retiring often come to mind. Moving to a retirement community, such as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) or life plan community, is another one of those milestones people tend to postpone until they … Read more

In recent years, many senior living providers have changed their approach to showing pricing on community websites. Previously, clear pricing was rare by design: providers believed that revealing price too early would undercut their ability to communicate the community’s value through an in-person tour or conversation. The rationale was simple: in the absence of perceived … Read more

According to data collected by the National Alliance for Caregiving, more than 66 million Americans provide care to a family member—nearly 40 percent of the adult population. While this group includes people caring for the sick or disabled, the majority are supporting an elderly relative. Aside from spouses, adult children are most often the ones … Read more

Many people assume it is cheaper for seniors to remain in their homes rather than move to a retirement community, but the reality can be more complicated. Below are three key reasons why aging in place is not always the most economical choice. 1. Home modifications and upkeep As mobility and health needs change, homes … Read more

We are preparing to launch myLifeSite 2.0, a complete redesign of our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) database and report engine. With the new site, CCRC profiles will be freely accessible without a login or payment, and you will be able to filter results according to your individual lifestyle preferences and care needs. For more … Read more

I recently read a disheartening article about how ageism shows up across the healthcare system. Age discrimination and bias have long affected older adults, but the pandemic highlighted many harsh examples: poor treatment in nursing homes, triage standards that de-prioritized older patients, and other situations where age alone shaped access to care. The story described … Read more

There is growing evidence that loneliness and social isolation are linked to a wide range of negative health outcomes. With an increasing number of people choosing — or finding themselves — to age alone, often called “soloagers,” one alarming association is a roughly 50% higher risk of developing dementia among socially isolated older adults. A … Read more

I was speaking to a group of prospective residents for a new life plan retirement community (also known as a continuing care retirement community, or CCRC) when a question arose about “Medicaid trusts” and how owning one could affect a CCRC resident. After explaining what it means for a CCRC to be Medicaid-certified, some attendees … Read more

When presenting at retirement communities and similar venues nationwide, we receive many thoughtful questions from attendees. One recent question often prompts curiosity: what is the difference between a nonprofit and a not-for-profit organization? Although the terms sound similar, there are important legal and tax distinctions worth understanding. What is a nonprofit organization? A nonprofit organization … Read more

The recent severe winter weather reminded millions of Americans how powerful and unpredictable nature can be. From heavy snow and bone-chilling temperatures to power outages and icy roads, the storm tested families and communities nationwide. Older adults, especially those living alone, face particular safety and health risks during these events. Fortunately, winter storms don’t have … Read more