Lessons Learned

Today was one of those days that reminded me how much I love my job in working with seniors and learning from each of their life stories.  I often come across stories of survival, love stories, stories of Veteran’s, and stories of success (well, they’re all successful in my eyes).  Today was a love story.  …

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Factors to Consider When Planning for Retirement

1. What are your personal desires?
Would you prefer to age in place at home, a 55+ community, or other type of community setting?  Should your health decline, would you prefer to bring someone into the home to care for your needs or would you prefer to move to a community setting ?  Determine what your …

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One Solution to the Costs of Long Term Care – CLASS Act

While the CLASS Act will not cover 100% of the costs of long term care, it is one solution to help individuals subsidize the costs of care that may be received as they age.
The CLASS (Community Living Assistance Services and Support) Act Law, which is part of the Health Care Reform, will be set up …

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Using Your Five Senses When Touring a Retirement Community: Part 1

Part 1 of 5: Look Around

Using your five senses when touring a community can be a great way to determine whether or not each community fits your idea of “home”.  First, I would ask you how the community looks.  While this is important, please keep in mind that the appearance of a community does not …

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