Equalized Pricing- A New Lifecare Contract Structure
There is a new spin on one contract type that many CCRCs are introducing: a lifecare contract with equalized pricing
3 Must Ask Questions When Considering a Life Plan Community
Life plan communities provide peace of mind for many older adults but choosing the right community the first time is an important decision. Learn what you need to ask.
Can Assistive Tech Reduce Your Senior Home Care Worries?
Family members who are charged with senior home care often face mounting stress. Thanks to new technology, aging in place is becoming simpler and safer for seniors, and less stressful for their loved ones.
Caregiver Assistance- Addressing Caregiver Stress
Caregiver assistance is vitally important to making sure a caregiver can serve the role effectively while also guarding his/her own health.
Taking Advantage of the Tax Benefits of CCRCs
If you are a considering a continuing care retirement community (also known as a CCRC or life plan community), there are important tax benefits of CCRCs you may not be aware of.
Seniors and Technology- Embracing the Digital Age
There are numerous benefits when seniors and technology come together, but the learning curve of how to use the latest gadgets can sometimes be challenging. This article describes what many seniors are starting to learn and how it helps them.
Adult Care: Finding and Paying for Care You’ll Need
Most Americans do not realize (or are in denial) about their likelihood of needing adult care as they age.
Can Moving to a Retirement Community Make You Healthier?
In an attempt to appeal to more members of the Baby Boomer generation, retirement communities are upping their game, providing a huge range of services and activities.
Four Activities That Improve Balance
Many falls are the result of poor balance, an ability which naturally declines as people age. However, recent research out of Australia shows that older adults can actually improve their sense of balance through regular exercise…
Will My Refundable Entry Fee Be Taxed?
Generally speaking the refundable portion of the entry fee at a continuing care retirement community is not taxed as income when received by the resident or their heirs. But there are exceptions.