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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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Aging with Pride: How Senior Living and Care is Evolving to Support LGBTQ+ Seniors
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Approximately 2.3% of Americans 50 and older (2.7 million people) self-identify as LGBTQ+, according to 2023 research from the Williams Institute at UCLA. As the number… Read More
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D.C. Budget Policies May Impact Older Americans More Than You Expect
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For many Americans, the happenings in Washington, D.C., might seem far-removed from their day-to-day lives. But as staff from numerous federal departments are eliminated, and our… Read More
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The Heart of the Community: How Retirement Community Employees Enrich Residents’ Lives
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More and more research is coming out each year showing us how important having socialization and a sense of community is to our well-being and longevity.… Read More
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ADUs: A Threat or Opportunity for the Senior Living Industry?
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As the senior living industry continues to evolve, much of the conversation has focused on two major trends: older adults choosing to remain in their current… Read More
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Open Road: Navigating the RVing Trend Among Older Adults
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Retirement marks a new chapter in life. More flexibility coupled with less responsibility can present the opportunity for retirees to pursue their interests, like travel. For… Read More
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What’s At the Heart of Older Adults’ Senior Living Apprehensions?
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The future of senior living is one of the most talked-about topics in the industry — and for good reason. The next generation of older adults… Read More
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Moving to a CCRC at Age 62: A First-Hand Account
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Among the many joys I find in working at myLifeSite are the opportunities I get to meet and talk with fascinating people across this country. While… Read More
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Is Retiring Near Your Grandchildren a Smart Move?
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Is it a wise decision to move to be closer to grown children or grandkids during retirement? There are many considerations that should be weighed. Read More
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Is A Retirement Community Entry Fee Tax Deductible?
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Many retirees are not aware of an important tax deduction available to some new residents of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Read More
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