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Some “hidden” funding sources for paying for senior living, such as Veterans benefits, reverse mortgages and more—and what Medicare doesn’t pay.
When you were small, you could break open your piggy bank and see how many coins were hidden inside…maybe enough to get that new bicycle. But things are much more complicated once you become an adult. As you contemplate ways of paying for senior living, you need to know where available funds might be “hidden”—so you can access them and put them to use once you have decided upon a retirement community in St. Charles.

If you are preparing for a move to a senior living, take time to plan how you want the new space to look. We have a few tips to help you get started.
You’ve planned, you’ve made your decision, you're getting excited. Now comes the fun part: deciding how to decorate your senior living apartment! This is your time to create a comfy, welcoming haven where you can relax, entertain, and plan your next adventure.

Amenities Count: Comfort and Convenience in Today’s Senior Living Communities
Just what are senior living amenities, and how can they make your ...

Sneak Peak: See How Senior Living Residents Spend Their DayIf you think that all senior living residents do all day is sit in a rocking chair ...

The Senior Living Search: Key Questions for Making an Informed Choice
Going on a search, especially when it’s for something you really want, ...

Spot the Signs: Is It Time for a Loved One to Move to Senior Living
Even when a person is living independently at home, there are often ...

Senior living safety is an important topic when you are researching options for a retirement community in St. Charles County. It goes beyond ...

If you hear the term “healthy aging,” you might suspect it means giving up favorite snack foods or running a marathon. In truth, a strong ...

Kevin Kast: A life ordained by a need to care
Ensuring the health and happiness of seniors has always been my passion,” says Kevin Kast, the ...

Meghan Schmitz Joins Avalon Park as Director of Resident Services
Avalon Park, the independent living neighborhood opening this summer at the ...

Kevin Kast: The Visionary Behind Avalon Park
Fulfilling His Passion to Help Seniors Live Their Best Life
"Ensuring the health and ...

Introducing the Medical Advisory Board at Avalon Park
There’s no such thing as being too proactive when it comes to ensuring the ...