“…but I love my home”: Is Staying in Your House the Right Move?

By |2023-08-04T19:47:38-04:00October 9th, 2017|

Recently, I was talking with a sales counselor at a retirement community who said something she often hears from prospective residents is, "I like what your community has to offer, but I just love my home." I truly understand this sentiment. My job necessitates a fair amount of travel, and while I enjoy getting to [...]

The Invisible Senior: Confronting Ageism in the U.S.

By |2023-08-05T15:07:37-04:00October 2nd, 2017|

We’ve been hearing about various types of discrimination in the new headlines a lot lately. From issues of pay equity to debates around race, disability, and sexuality, Americans typically have vocal opinions about hot button topics. However, there is one demographic that frequently confronts discrimination, but it rarely makes the front page of the paper: [...]

Is “Aging Independently” a Myth?

By |2023-08-03T09:45:04-04:00August 21st, 2017|

I read an article recently from PBS Newshour entitled “How to Stay Out of a Nursing Home and Age Independently.” It discusses a recent study out of Sweden that identified several factors that predicted a senior’s likelihood of living independently into their 80s. Some may call this "aging independently." The study’s lead author, geriatrician Kristin Franzon, [...]

Senior Wellness Programs: Good for CCRC Residents & The Bottom Line

By |2024-08-22T09:06:50-04:00July 3rd, 2017|

“Wellness” is a term that gets used a lot in senior living, and depending on the context, it can have many different meanings. But when it comes to continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, also called live plan communities) and other types of senior living options, “wellness” usually refers to any service or amenity that contributes [...]

Aging in Place: 8 Questions to Consider

By |2023-08-03T09:46:06-04:00March 13th, 2017|

Today’s senior living communities offer more services and amenities than ever, with perks that range from the convenient (like on-site healthcare facilities, transportation, and home maintenance) to the luxurious (like on-site 5-star dining options and indoor pools). Yet despite the seeming allure of many senior living facilities, survey after survey reveals that today’s senior still [...]

Aging at Home: A Few Important Planning Considerations

By |2023-12-23T17:26:05-05:00February 22nd, 2017|

Home is where the heart is. It is a familiar setting where you feel most comfortable, surrounded by memories that create a strong emotional connection. For many people staying at home is symbolic of retaining independence. However, choosing to stay in your home during the later years of retirement should not preclude you and [...]

Retirement Community Living May Prolong Seniors’ Lives

By |2023-11-01T19:39:05-04:00October 17th, 2016|

A recent study of CCRC residents revealed that the healthier seniors are, the more popular they are and the wider their circle of friends. And another related study showed that for both men and women, loneliness and infrequent interaction with family and friends can actually shorten seniors’ lifespan, independent of other health factors.

Life Plan Communities Keep Couples Close

By |2023-08-04T20:00:57-04:00September 26th, 2016|

For some senior couples, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also known as a life plan community) could be a solution to concerns about being separated by differing care needs. CCRCs offer a continuum of care for residents, from independent living patio homes or condos to 24/7 skilled nursing care–all on one campus.

Single and Childless: Many Baby Boomers Must Prepare to Age Alone

By |2024-08-13T12:55:07-04:00November 11th, 2015|

You’ve seen the ads for over 55 communities and senior organizations: Smiling silver-haired couples, hand-in-hand, strolling on the beach, reading in a cozy den, rocking on the front porch. It’s a comforting, idyllic marketing image, but walking into the sunset with a mate is not reality for a large portion of the senior population.

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