Articles On:retirement communities

October 24, 2023

A Day in the Life: Independent Living Community

This day in the life of a typical resident of an independent living community can ...

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A smiling woman at home with her cat in her arms. Perhaps a resident of an independent living community. Image by Robert Kneschke.
October 17, 2023

A Day in the Life: Senior Apartment

This day in the life of a typical resident of a senior apartment can help ...

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a happy older couple looking out of the window of their senior apartment. By Piksel
May 8, 2023

Retirement Community Romance

A woman has become involved in a retirement community romance, and she wants more – ...

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retirement community romance
April 24, 2023

Urban Senior Living: A Lively Option

A new take on residential options for the over-50 crowd is on the rise. Urban ...

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elderly friends strolling in a city. By Razvanjp. Urban senior living offers the conveniences of city life alongside the amenities of a senior-focused community.
January 23, 2023

Pros and Cons of Age-Restricted Communities

After moving to a community full of fellow retirees, freelance writer Terri L. Jones questions ...

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Two senior couples at home. Image by Rido. A writer questions the pros and cons of age-restricted communities, of living with peers versus younger people, and of limited age diversity.
October 31, 2022

Choosing a CCRC – Or Not

Lisa Gerstner of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance looks at choosing a CCRC – a Continuing-Care Retirement ...

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grandmother and granddaughter hugging. In choosing a CCRC – a Continuing-Care Retirement Community – you first need to decide, is that the right choice for you (or your parents)?
September 16, 2022

Discussing Assisted Living Options with Parents

Adult children of aging parents can be hesitant to have “the talk” with their parents, ...

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family saying grace at dinner. Photo by Jovanmandic, Dreamstime. Whether the need is urgent or not, discussing assisted living options and communities with aging parents is important. These tips can help.
August 16, 2022

New Protections for LGBT Seniors in Long-Term Care

Writer Terri Jones touches upon the problems that LGBT seniors face and looks at federal ...

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older gay couple - photo by Lightfieldstudiosprod, Dreamstime. LGBT seniors face added challenges, but new federal protections will guard these elders in long-term care, healthcare, and other settings.
July 26, 2022

NORCs: A Model for Aging in Place

If you’ve considered moving to a community that better serves your needs as an aging ...

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seniors playing bridge. Photo by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. A NORC, naturally occurring retirement community, serves older adults. Its services offer a blueprint for aging-in-place options.
July 5, 2022

10 Senior Living Trends to Watch

In planning for changes in living arrangements as they age, senior adults and their families ...

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man in wheelchair and woman at home - photo by Nd3000, Dreamstime. Changing senior living trends affect options for older adults and their families: outdoor spaces, affinity communities, pets, activities, etc.