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Money Matters: 5 Tips for Paying for a Move to a Senior Living Community

Money Matters: 5 Tips for Paying for a Move to a Senior Living Community

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.
Decorate Your Space: 5 tips to Make a Senior Living Apartment Feel Like Home

Decorate Your Space: 5 tips to Make a Senior Living Apartment Feel Like Home

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.