What’s At the Heart of Older Adults’ Senior Living Apprehensions?

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 brings new expectations and preferences when it comes to retirement lifestyle and housing. And this topic is especially pertinent as the oldest baby boomers turn 79 this year — [...]

By |2025-05-05T17:54:30-04:00May 5th, 2025|

How Do I Know If a Retirement Community Is Safe?

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 important question that should also be near the top of your list: How do I know if [...]

By |2024-12-10T08:52:18-05:00December 9th, 2024|

Do Retirement Communities Allow Pets? A Look At Senior Living Pet Policies

Retirement communities are a popular choice for older adults who are looking for a comfortable, low-maintenance, and supportive environment. But for animal lovers who are considering making a senior living move to one of these communities, a common question is: Do retirement communities allow pets?  If you have a beloved pet, it is important to [...]

By |2024-11-25T18:17:52-05:00November 25th, 2024|

Why Behavioral Economics Biases Impact Senior Living Decisions

As people grow older, one of the most significant decisions they may face is whether to remain in their current home or move to a retirement community. This decision is deeply personal and can be influenced by many factors, such as health, finances, proximity to family, and personal preferences. However, whether older adults realize it [...]

By |2024-11-12T11:09:35-05:00November 12th, 2024|

Grappling With The Finality of “The Last Move” to a Retirement Community

The decision to move to a retirement community marks a significant life transition, especially for older adults who struggle with their feelings about the finality of the last move. In many cases, this apprehension is not just about downsizing or packing boxes. It crosses into deep emotional territory: feelings of loss, confronting societal taboos, and [...]

By |2024-11-04T18:49:58-05:00November 4th, 2024|

What Does “Losing Independence” Mean To You?

In several recent blog posts, we discussed some of the common fears that people have around moving to a retirement community, including the fear of the unknown in senior living decisions. But at the root of many of these fears is the prevalent fear of losing independence as we grow older. We frequently discuss the [...]

By |2024-10-01T07:29:42-04:00September 30th, 2024|

Helping Prospective Residents Overcome Senior Living Decision Fears

In last week’s blog post, we discussed how making a senior living decision about whether to “age in place” in one’s current home or move to a retirement community can stir up many feelings, including a fear of the unknown. We shared ways older adults can overcome apprehensions in order to find the best option [...]

By |2024-09-23T18:28:02-04:00September 23rd, 2024|

Embracing Uncertainty: Overcoming Fear of the Unknown in Senior Living Decisions

Trying to make a senior living decision — such as whether to remain in your home or move to a retirement community — can evoke many feelings and emotions, among them: fear. More specifically, this apprehension often manifests in the form of the fear of the unknown — that unsettling sensation that creeps in when [...]

By |2024-09-16T19:55:32-04:00September 16th, 2024|

Opening Your Mind to the Idea of Moving to a Retirement Community

If you’ve ever tried to start a fitness program or diet, or tried to stop smoking, you know that change can be hard. One might assume that making changes gets more difficult as we grow older. After all, you’ve likely heard someone referred to as “old and set in their ways.” But research shows that [...]

By |2024-06-17T19:55:45-04:00June 18th, 2024|
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