What separates Arizona’s luxury retirement communities from other options?

Arizona’s luxury retirement communities are among the best in the world, offering an impressive selection of locations, amenities and lifestyles. When deciding which community to live in, it’s natural to want the best money can buy within our budget. As we look at different communities, however, it becomes quickly apparent that luxury is a subjective […]
Bringing clarity to a bewildering space

Comparing CCRC options for ala carte, tiered, all-inclusive and Life Care communities Understanding options in the continuing care retirement community (CCRC) market can be enough to make your head spin. Ala carte, discounted or all-inclusive services, Life Care communities… the differences are often bewildering, but make an immense difference in costs. Did you know CCRCs […]
This is how Arizona’s best retirement communities can help you live longer

Arizona’s best retirement communities share a lifestyle choice in common with those who live longest… and it’s probably not what you’re thinking. It’s social interaction. Talking to the barista, the mail lady, a checkout clerk at Target, your neighbors and others you come into contact with during the day matters just as much as closer […]
Bunko to bused road trips, here’s why some Arizona retirement communities focus on social events more than others

There’s a reason some Arizona retirement communities have a strong calendar of social events, placing a priority on helping residents get out of their living spaces and among others.
Can I afford a Life Care community in Arizona?

Deciding if you can afford a Life Care community in the State of Arizona shouldn’t revolve exclusively around the fees. Questions such as “how much is the entrance fee,” ““what services are included in monthly fees” and “will the monthly fee change if I need a higher level of services” are just a starting point […]
Can I join a continuing care at home program if my spouse or partner doesn’t medically qualify?

Continuing care at home programs are ideal for those who want the benefits of an independent living retirement community focused on health and wellness, but aren’t interested in leaving their own home. They provide a wide spectrum of health and wellbeing services, such as nutritional coaching, functional ability assessments to ensure members are able to […]
Spirituality at retirement communities
Different stages of life bring different needs as we flow through our lives, and things we couldn’t find time for while managing careers and family can become more important once retirement arrives. Spirituality is often one of those things. Whether it’s organized religion or belief in a higher power that brings comfort, it fills an […]
Can I use a life insurance policy to pay for long-term care?
Can a life insurance policy be used to pay for long-term care, if someone finds themselves in assisted living, gets a medical diagnosis that makes it inevitable, or is simply planning ahead? It can…. With caveats. Cash-value life insurance policies One of the most exciting things about life insurance is the ability to purchase a […]
Is your retirement community progressive where it matters?
When looking for an Arizona retirement community that offers modern lifestyles and care practices, understanding a few key indicators can make the selection process a little bit easier. It culls the truly progressive from the so-so. And if you are already living in a retirement community, rather than shopping for one? Where it falls within […]
What happens to my membership fee if I move from a Continuing Care at Home program to a CCRC?
Life has a funny way of changing when it’s least expected, especially when it comes to our health. We make plans, then a curve ball changes everything. All we can do is make educated decisions using as much information as possible, plan ahead where it makes sense, then follow the curve to see what happens […]