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This blog post from 2019 remains relevant today. There are countless examples of ways political divisions are doing more harm than good in our country. And as we discuss in this post, it is worth considering how such divisiveness might negatively effect on the senior living industry. https://hubs.la/Q02Wtgv-0 . . #seniorliving #retirement #retirementplanning #retirementcommunity #CCRC #lifeplancommunity #55plus #55pluscommunity #affinitycommunity #longtermcare #election2024 #politicaldivision

The recent changes to Medicare's rules regarding appeals for coverage of skilled nursing care services following a hospital stay mark a significant step toward improving patient access to necessary post-acute care. In this week's blog post, we delve into the distinction between "observation" and "inpatient" status at the hospital, and how these recent Medicare appeal changes may positively impact those who require post-acute skilled nursing care after being in the hospital. https://hubs.la/Q02W7thp0 . . #nusingcare #skillednursingcare #nursinghome #postacutecare #caregiving #caregiver #costofcare #longtermcare #CCRC #lifeplancommunity #assistedliving #paidcaregiver #familycaregiver #unpaidcaregiver #Medicare #Medicarechanges #hospitalstay

People age 65 and older make up at least 20% of the population in some of the western North Carolina counties hardest-hit by Hurricane Helene's remnants. This article brings up important points about the unique challenges older adults can face after a natural disaster: "Older adults are often on a fixed income, which could make paying for repairs more of a challenge. And the physical demands of an extended cleanup are harder on those with mobility issues or who need special diets. ... An older person may rely on hearing aids, a wheelchair or glasses, they may need a special diet or they may experience incontinence — all of which can make it harder to navigate the storm damage." https://hubs.la/Q02VHsrn0. . . #seniorliving #retirement #retirementplanning #costofcare #independentliving #assistedliving #retirementcommunity #caregiving #caregiver #aging #healthyaging

Working after #retirement can give older adults an income, social opportunities, and a sense of worth. But for retirement-age people, working (or not) should be a choice. In this week's blog post, we look at the data on older adults who are working ... and who aren't ... and whether their employment status is by choice or necessity. We also explore how society and the #seniorliving industry can help accommodate older adults' preferences around working. https://hubs.la/Q02VkdVn0 #retirementplanning #retirementcommunity #CCRC #lifeplancommunity #independentliving #costofcare #retirementsavings #encorecareers #workingafterretirement

Working after #retirement can give older adults an income, social opportunities, and a sense of worth. But for retirement-age people, working (or not) should be a choice. In this week's blog post, we look at the data on older adults who are working ... and who aren't ... and whether their employment status is by choice or necessity. We also explore how society and the #seniorliving industry can help accommodate older adults' preferences around working. https://hubs.la/Q02VkdVn0 #retirementplanning #retirementcommunity #CCRC #lifeplancommunity #independentliving #costofcare #retirementsavings #encorecareers #workingafterretirement

One of the questions we get asked again and again by seniors who are considering a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also referred to as a life plan community) is whether or not they can use their long-term care insurance (LTCi) policy to pay all or a portion of their monthly CCRC fee. In this short video blog, we discuss the three key things to understand about using an LTCi policy to pay for your care at a CCRC. https://hubs.la/Q02TSfZ80 . . #longtermcare #LTCI #longtermcareinsurance #costofcare #payingforcare #retirementsavings #retirement #retirementcommunity #lifeplancommunity #CCRC #seniorliving #55plus #55pluscommunity #retirementsavings

Recent research underscores how older adults' quality of life can be heavily impacted by certain choices they make about senior living. In this week's blog post, we dig into the link between a person's living situation and their quality of life, and more specifically, those who live with their adult children (either by choice or by circumstance). We also look at those who want to “age in place” — as it is sometimes called — and why proactive planning should begin early, preferably during midlife. https://hubs.la/Q02TpCGx0 . . #seniorliving #retirement #retirementplanning #retirementcommunity #lifeplancommunity #CCRC #aging #ageinplace #aginginplace #independentliving #caregiving #familycaregiving #costofcare #unpaidcare #unpaidcaregiving #paidcare #caregiver #agingparents #qualityoflife #assistedliving #memorycare #nursinghome #healthyaging

With Hurricane Milton approaching the Gulf Coast as the second major storm to hit within a few weeks, our thoughts are with the residents of #Florida, particularly older adults and those living in #retirementcommunities. Safety is the most important priority, so please reach out to your neighbors and support one another during this challenging time. Stay informed, stay safe, and know that we and all of your friends in #seniorliving are here for you.

With Hurricane Milton approaching the Gulf Coast as the second major storm to hit within a few weeks, our thoughts are with the residents of #Florida, particularly older adults and those living in #retirementcommunities. Safety is the most important priority, so please reach out to your neighbors and support one another during this challenging time. Stay informed, stay safe, and know that we and all of your friends in #seniorliving are here for you.