Why is Comparing CCRCs so Difficult?
Why is Comparing CCRCs so Difficult? Most CCRCs will include one or two meals per day as part of your monthly fee for those who are living independently. You’ve examined the
Overcoming the Mental Obstacles & Emotional Barriers of Downsizing
Overcoming the Mental Obstacles & Emotional Barriers of Downsizing Moving is never a simple proposition. Downsizing — moving to a smaller home that cannot possibly accommodate all of your current possessions
Lifecare Contracts Explained
Lifecare Contracts Explained A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC, or “Life Plan Community”) can be a wonderful solution for older adults who are independent and active today, but who seek the
CCRCs: The Purpose of Entry Fees
CCRCs: The Purpose of Entry Fees The vast majority of Continuing Care Retirement Communities require an entry fee. Naturally, people often ask, “What is the purpose of the entry fee?” Before
Fit for Move-In?: The CCRC Health Evaluation Requirement
Fit for Move-In?: The CCRC Health Evaluation Requirement If you are considering a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also called a life plan community), you may be aware that there are
RWC by the Numbers
Click this image to enlarge Many of our residents often say they love living at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury because of the interesting people here. We are a diverse bunch hailing
Virtual Memorial Service
Annual Memorial Service We will be remembering and honoring those from our community who died between Sept. 1, 2020 and August 31, 2021. Once again this will be a virtual pre-recorded
7 Resolutions Seniors Can Make for the New Year
Every time you tear a leaf off a calendar, you present a new place for new ideas and progress. – Charles F. Kettering, inventor, engineer, and businessman Roughly half of Americans
When to Get on the Wait List
If you or a loved one is considering their senior living options, you likely have begun doing research on retirement communities. Or perhaps you have a loved one in need of
Entry Fee Tax Deductions Explained
Residents of entry-fee retirement communities may be eligible to deduct a portion of the entry fee, and possibly monthly fees, depending on the type of contract offered by the community. Here