Entry fees for Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs or “life plan communities”) are almost always refundable up to some point. However, the amount and terms of the refund can vary dramatically. In general, there
There’s no question that much of what makes the holiday season special is the family traditions that go along with it. Many of these are shared across entire cultures. For example, typical fun Christmas
The holidays are almost here, and you’re looking forward to spending time with your retired parents, who are still living in their own home. You know you should bring up the subject of real
You’ve done it: after researching and touring several senior living communities, you’ve chosen the one that will be the best fit for you. Better yet, you’ve made the wise decision of selecting a continuing
According to AARP’s most recent survey of adults age 50 and over, 76 percent of seniors want to remain in their homes for as long as possible. I’ve seen other surveys that put that figure at
If you’re considering moving into a retirement community but are worried about what will happen to your pet, there’s good news: if you choose the right one, such as Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury, you can take
Medicare [Part A] covers some of the expenses incurred from medically necessary skilled nursing care when such services are delivered by a Medicare-certified provider. There are certain stipulations that must be met before Medicare
The first rule of real estate is just as important in retirement as it has been for other moves in your life: it’s all about location, location, location. As you look for the ideal
In our “super-sized” world, we have been conditioned to want the biggest piece of pie, the biggest vehicle, and of course the biggest home. We’ve been taught that such grandiosity is a sign of
The senior living industry is experiencing an occupancy rebound following two challenging years spurred by the pandemic. But the reasons behind this rebound might surprise some. Assisted living sees a solid occupancy boost According
