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Navigating the myriad details and nuances associated with senior living, particulary when it comes to continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs or ‘life plan communities’) can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is tough just to know where to start or what questions to ask.
The myLifeSite blog includes hundreds of articles on senior living, CCRCs, independent living, caregiving, retirement planning, and closely related topics. The articles are informative and unbiased, and you can find specific topics you are interested in using the keyword search tool.
What You’ll Find on myLifeSite Blog
Suppose you are researching several different retirement communities. One of them is an independent living community and the other two are continuing care retirement communities. How can you best compare them to one another. What are the trade-offs to consider? An article like this one might help: Avoid This Mistake When Comparing Retirement Communities.
Or, perhaps you would like an indepth and unbiased explanation of how various entry fee models work at continuing care retirement communities. In that case you may find an article like this one to be helpful: A Closer Look at Entry Fees.
Or, maybe you are interested in statistics about long-term care and how long people often need it. Here’s a helpful article on this topic: So I’ll Probably Need Long Term Care, But For How Long?
Thank you for checking out the myLifeSite Blog. We hope you’ll find what you are looking for as you considering your retirement living options.
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The Voice of the Resident Should Be Heard by Retirement Communities
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We recently received an email from a myLifeSite user inquiring about how the resident advisory council of a continuing care retirement community (CCRC or life plan… Read More
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Can Pets Slow Cognitive Decline Among Soloagers?
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There is mounting evidence that people who are lonely or socially isolated may suffer a variety of negative health consequences. But with our nation’s growing number… Read More
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Practicing Gratitude Can Benefit Your Health
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With the new year, a lot of people ponder what changes they might make in their lives to improve their health or their happiness. Maybe you… Read More
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Different Types of Trusts Can Meet Your Estate Planning Goals
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For some people, creating a trust as part of their estate planning process can be a savvy move to protect their assets and their legacy. But… Read More
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Year-End Review: myLifeSite’s Top Senior Living Blog Posts for 2023
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As we grow older, it seems that the years fly by faster and faster. The holidays are a good opportunity to slow down, take stock of… Read More
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs Support LTC Residents
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According to the latest CDC statistics, there are nearly 2.1 million Americans living in our nation’s 46,200 long-term care facilities. This includes 30,600 assisted living communities… Read More
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Social Connection Among the Benefits of Retirement Communities
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It is a busy time of year for many as calendars are filled with holiday parties and family gatherings. But for some, particularly retirees living alone,… Read More
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2 Key Factors in Senior Living Cost Comparisons
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Services. Amenities. Location. Floorplan. Availability of care. These are some of the community features that affect senior living cost. At myLifeSite, we’re often asked about comparing… Read More
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Overcoming Adult Children’s Objections to Your Senior Living Plans
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The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes time spent with family. Over the next few weeks, many people will savor some quality together… Read More
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