“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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
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.
But for some older adults, the holidays are not all cheer and glad tidings. In fact, it can be a time of sadness and tremendous loneliness.
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.
For many Americans, “alone” is the reality of their “Golden Years,” whether because of death, divorce, or never finding a long-term mate. Even adult children often live far away in our modern society. But what are the ramifications of seniors living alone?
If you are a financial advisor, you have a tremendous opportunity to help clients in their mid-retirement years avoid difficult, and often costly, situations in the future by tactfully engaging them in a conversation about their plans for long-term care. Here are some ways to delicately approach this touchy topic and show that you care about a client’s well-being…not just their money.
So it should not be surprising that a move to an independent- or assisted-living community—or a continuing care retirement community—can help you to more fully enjoy your retirement years. Such housing options can provide activities and social interaction, enabling you to be as active and connected as you want to be.
