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Learn about all aspects regarding senior living including tips for moving, downsizing, and retirement information. Get Prices & Availability for communities across the United States. Also learn about the latest technology, health tips, caregiver information, and much more.

Making the Transition - Tips to Know Before Moving to a Continuing Care Retirement Community

June 19, 2020

Residents who are interested in moving to a CCRC tend to plan ahead. This article will discuss when the best time to move into a continuing care retirement community is and tips about what to do if your CCRC of choice has a long wait list.

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Assisted Living and What Changes May Look Like in the Future

June 9, 2020

Let's do some research and try to look into the future a bit when it comes to assisted living.

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As Healthcare Costs Rise, Here Is What You Need to Know about CCRCs

June 4, 2020

A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is a living option for older adults who prefer to live independently, but want to be prepared for any possible changes in the future. CCRCs differ from other retirement community options in that they give residents the provision to increase their level of service/care as they grow older.

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Where's Your Money going? Fees You'll See at a Continuing Care Retirement Community

June 1, 2020

This article discusses the fees and prices associated with living at a CCRC. There are different types of payment structures and fees to consider when picking Type A versus Type C facilities. Below will discuss what you can expect to pay for entrance fees and what happens to these fees in the future.

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Stay Safe and Keep Your Independence - Making it Happen at a Senior Housing Community

May 26, 2020

This article discusses some of the safety measures retirement communities take while you live there. It also talks about the different modes of transportation available to you including using your own personal car and the campus bus.

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What Will Assisted Living Activities Look Like for Me

May 18, 2020

I am sure this question has crossed the minds of everyone who has considered an Assisted Living community or any kind of senior living communities. The good news is, it looks bright and active. The days of just playing bingo and going back to your room are over. Many communities have listened through the years and stepped up the activity game!

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The Key to Feeling at Home at Your Continuing Care Retirement Community

May 15, 2020

This article will go over what a typical Independent Living home is like at CCRCs. You will learn what you may or may not be able to do with the customization and personalization of your new living space. You will also learn some tips for negotiating with your CCRC for some extras.

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Age Is Just a Number: Mesothelioma Surgery for Elderly Patients

May 14, 2020

Shared blog post from Mesothelioma Guide In almost any explanation of mesothelioma treatment options, there is a clause. The routes available depends on numerous factors, one of which is age. This clause — that age, among other factors, could limit treatment — is usually specific to just one option: surgery.

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Insider Info About Continuing Care Retirement Communities

May 7, 2020

This article explains the meanings of the different terms associated with CCRCs and elderly living facilities. It also discusses different types of payment and/or fees that CCRCs may use.

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Diving in to Senior Housing Amenities

May 6, 2020

In this article we discuss the different senior housing amenities that may be included when living at a retirement community including the resident's board, meals, mail, and social workers. 

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