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Retirement living is about more than dollars and cents…it is about your comfort, your independence, and your ability to live well and live better.
Independent living value vs a monthly fee for services and amenities: see how you come out ahead with independent living.
It’s a common debate: retire in your home, or choose an independent living community? Right off the bat, you might think it’s wisest to stay right where you are, rather than take a chance on the unknown. You might be surprised.
An independent living community offers many amenities and benefits over retiring in your home. Here’s a look at some you might not expect.
Wondering if you’re a good candidate for independent living retirement? Curious about the type of people who really enjoy this lifestyle? Everyone is different and wants specific things from their retirement. Find out if independent living retirement is right for you.
What is independent living? Ideal for seniors who do not require daily assistance, it’s a lifestyle of choices, wellness, social opportunities and more.
At Avalon Park, you can enjoy vibrant independent living, and also have supported autonomy, allowing you to age in place.
Many seniors would love the idea of remaining in their homes forever, while others long for the maintenance-free lifestyle found in a senior living community. As you consider which option works best for you, be sure you look closely at all the factors involved.
While at first glance it might seem that staying at home is lower than the cost of senior living, be sure you are comparing apples-to-apples.
Many seniors would love the idea of remaining in their homes forever, while others long for the maintenance-free lifestyle found in a senior living community. As you consider which option works best for you, be sure you look closely at all the factors involved.
While at first glance it might seem that staying at home is lower than the cost of senior living, be sure you are comparing apples-to-apples.
A look at the cost of long-term care at home vs. senior living.
Living longer is a goal that everyone strives for, yet few want to think about the possibility they might eventually need some assistance. However, the effects of growing older are often felt by everyone in the family, so having a clear understanding of the cost of long-term care is essential.
Using insurance for senior living expenses can be a smart option. Learn more about long-term care insurance and life insurance conversion.
If you or your spouse has served in the armed forces, you deserve much respect and gratitude. You also might be entitled to assistance with paying for senior care. A VA benefit for senior living, the Aid and Attendance benefit can help make supportive care affordable. Here are the rules and requirements.
Oliver Wendell Holmes said, “Old age is always fifteen years older than I am.” Feeling youthful is definitely a key of healthy aging. But as the years pass, it’s wise to have a plan for funding senior care just in case you, or a loved one, eventually need to make a lifestyle change.
Here at Avalon Park in Cottleville, we want to be of help as you plan for the future. With several funding sources for senior care and housing, long-term care may be more affordable than you think.
Senior living safety is more than wide hallways, it’s an environment where residents maintain their independence and enjoy a happy, healthy lifestyle.
Live well Live better. That’s our philosophy at Avalon Park. We’d love to tell you more about how we help make our residents’ lives easy and enjoyable.
A strong social life is one of the most important factors in the health and wellness of seniors—learn why and how to stay social.
Seniors living at home might find it more difficult to maintain social connections for a variety of reasons. But residents of a senior living community benefit from countless opportunities to interact with others. At Avalon Park independent living in St. Charles, there is always something going on