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Designing Retirement Communities: Balancing Modern Aesthetics with Familiar Comfort

When designing retirement communities, one of the biggest challenges is creating an environment that feels like home while incorporating modern aesthetics. The balance between contemporary design and classic familiarity is crucial in making residents feel comfortable and at ease. As the needs and preferences of older adults vary widely, retirement communities must thoughtfully consider everything… Continue reading Designing Retirement Communities: Balancing Modern Aesthetics with Familiar Comfort

The Importance of Special Memory Care Units in Retirement Communities

As we age, the risk of developing cognitive impairments, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, increases. For individuals living with these conditions, specialized care is essential. This is where memory care units in retirement communities come into play. These units provide a safe and supportive environment specifically designed to meet the unique needs of residents… Continue reading The Importance of Special Memory Care Units in Retirement Communities

How Can a Senior Retirement Community Serve Older People Who Are Solo-Agers?

What are some of the issues unique to solo-agers? Growing older can be a complex journey, especially when navigating it alone. For those who are single, widowed, or without children, the experience of aging can bring unique challenges that add an extra layer of burden. Understanding these difficulties and exploring solutions can help us face… Continue reading How Can a Senior Retirement Community Serve Older People Who Are Solo-Agers?

A Formula for Staying Young at Heart

Aging is an inevitable part of life, but maintaining a youthful spirit can significantly enhance our happiness and longevity. While physical changes are unavoidable, our attitude and lifestyle choices play a crucial role in staying young at heart. Here’s a formula to help cultivate a vibrant and fulfilling life as we age. Focus on: Socialization, … Continue reading A Formula for Staying Young at Heart

Moving Through Levels in a Full Continuum-of-Care Retirement Community

A Continuum of Care Retirement Community (CCRC), also known as a Life Plan Community, provides a range of housing and healthcare options tailored to the needs of older adults. These communities offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing care, allowing residents to transition smoothly from one level of care to another as… Continue reading Moving Through Levels in a Full Continuum-of-Care Retirement Community

Right Place, Right Time

What does it mean to age in place? The concept of Aging in Place is constantly in today’s media. Rarely do we think about what that really means. The first and obvious question is, “Age in what place?” the space one lives in may or may not be suitable for the long term. Do you… Continue reading Right Place, Right Time

Where Do I Start Looking For Retirement Living For My Mom?

(This article is written with a simple question about looking for your mom, but it can be used for information concerning any family member or friend who needs assistance with research for retirement living.) The most crucial step is to involve your mother in the decision-making process. Open and candid conversations are so meaningful to… Continue reading Where Do I Start Looking For Retirement Living For My Mom?

How Do You Know When It’s Time To Move Out Of Your Home?

40-60% Of New Move-Ins Say They Wish They Had Done It Sooner. When new residents are interviewed after moving to Senior Living, a common response is that they wish they had done it sooner. It is a huge job to go through the downsizing experience. It takes planning and lots of hands-on work, but there… Continue reading How Do You Know When It’s Time To Move Out Of Your Home?

Families Unite: A Lunch Date at our Retirement Community!

There is nothing more fun than receiving a lunch invitation! And wouldn’t it be fun to get invited to a beautiful restaurant where everything is paid for? At McCrite Plaza, we’re offering you the opportunity to come for a complimentary lunch and tour. If you want, invite your adult kids to join you! One of… Continue reading Families Unite: A Lunch Date at our Retirement Community!

The Search For Senior Living: Why Seniors Should Start Early

Shopping around at senior living communities before the need for care arises is a crucial step for seniors and their families. It’s a proactive approach that can ensure a smooth transition to a senior living community when the time comes, and it offers a range of benefits that can enhance quality of life and peace… Continue reading The Search For Senior Living: Why Seniors Should Start Early