As people consider various retirement community options, they typically have questions about things like services, amenities, and pricing. And it’s understandable since these factors will impact your day-to-day life should you decide to move there. But there’s another...
If you are considering a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also called a Life Plan Community), you may be aware that there are certain health requirements that you may have to meet in order to enter the community under a continuing care contract. Health...
A concern that is commonly voiced by adult children is that their aging parent is beginning to get forgetful. Maybe they are losing their keys more frequently. Perhaps they uncharacteristically failed to pay some bills on time. Such changes can seem especially...
Navigating a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or another form of dementia can be extremely challenging. It's unfamiliar territory, and you're left trying to understand what is and isn't OK to do with your loved one. Each new day brings new questions and new concerns. This is...
What Is Independent Living and Why Consider It? As we approach retirement, many of us begin to think about how to simplify life while staying active and independent. Independent Living communities are a great option for older adults who want to enjoy freedom from home...
With today’s red-hot seller’s market, many seniors are feeling what younger generations call FOMO—Fear Of Missing Out. In this case, it’s the fear of missing out on a great opportunity to sell their home and finally making the move to senior living. Experts predict...
When the time comes for your family member to move into an assisted living community, choosing the right one can be daunting. You’re concerned whether your loved one will be well looked after. You might be wondering, can I find an assisted living community near me?...
There are many perks that come with a move to a continuing care retirement center (CCRC, also known as a life plan community); things like housekeeping services, home maintenance, lawn care, and more are often included in your monthly fee–in addition to the comfort of...
The above article was written by Brad Breeding of myLifeSite and is legally licensed for use. Recently I had the chance to speak with a couple that lives in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC or life plan community) in Virginia. Let’s call them Joe...
The death of a spouse or partner is one of the most difficult loses a person can suffer. The person you have shared your life with, raised a family with, weathered ups and downs with leaves a tremendous void when they are no longer with you. Dealing with the grief...
Super foods. The name alone evokes images of capped heroes, swooping in to save the day. But are these foods really worthy of such superlative nomenclature? And are the health benefits to seniors all they are cracked up to be? For some of these foods, the answer is a...
Broaching the topic of your future care with adult children can be awkward and difficult for both parties. Each may feel a bit of denial about the realities of aging. For the elder loved one, it’s that they are no longer as independent as they’ve always been or...