I want an independent living retirement community, but does it really matter where I live?
Many talk about retirement lifestyles and the benefits of an independent living retirement community, but deciding where to move can be difficult. Is independent living the right choice? What is it actually like to live at the communities you’re considering? How does the lifestyle at a Life Plan community (also called a Continuing Care Retirement […]
Is a Long-Term Care Insurance Policy the Same Thing as a Life Care Plan?
Long-term care insurance policies and Life Care plans might sound alike, but they are very different types of insurance. You can have one or both, depending on your health and financial means when you apply. I confess, I’m a worrier… and one concern I can’t seem to shake is the potential costs of health care […]
How the Arizona Retirement Lifestyle has Evolved
“We’ve come a long way, baby,” croons Loretta Lynn in her 1979 hit single (and album!) of the same name. Maybe she was referring to a relationship in that fabulous song, but the same thought certainly applies to a multitude of things today… including Arizona retirement lifestyles. Loretta is on our mind because of her […]
4 Perfect Reasons to Consider a Life Care Plan
Linda Esparza, Wellness Coordinator/Registered Nurse Case Manager Planning ahead provides a certain level of comfort and, especially for older adults who worry about remaining independent, a Life Care plan can be the ultimate way to prepare for the future. “Life comes unexpectedly,” says Wellness Coordinator Linda Esparza, RN, BSN. “This allows people to plan ahead […]
Can You Future-Proof Your Retirement Nest Egg?
You have a paid-off mortgage and a smartly invested nest egg you’ve spent a lifetime accumulating, but is it enough to fund the retirement lifestyle you want? For some, it’s the completely unexpected expenses that leave them scrambling: a spouse that passes away too soon, an economic downturn, memory care for dementia that could last […]
Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance vs. Life Care Plans
Understanding differences between long-term care (LTC) insurance versus Life Care plans can be a bit baffling. Many people are concerned about outliving their financial resources. What happens if I am diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease? Would a health care crisis wipe out my estate? If I’m sent to a nursing home, how many days are covered? […]
What is Continuing Care and How is it Different Than Home Health Care?
Continuing care, home health care… understanding these terms can ensure better care for those who prefer aging in their own home. Consider this situation… One morning, Mary wakes up and, as she’s getting out of bed, slips on the throw rug and falls. In her late 80s, the retiree suffers a badly broken hip which […]
What is Aging in Place?
It was 14 years ago when Jack and Priscilla Goodger moved to Arizona. They built their dream home in Sun City Grand, spending the next years customizing it to their liking. They loved the home, and didn’t want to think about moving simply because they were getting older. “We aren’t ready to leave the home […]
Your Best Life
We’ve all heard this before: You’re as young as you feel. At Sun Health Senior Living, those are words we live by. We know that an attitude of health and wellbeing has no age barrier at all! We also know that Masterpiece Living® plays a vital role in fostering that attitude. Masterpiece Living is a […]
Personalized Program, Lifetime Care
Understanding the difference between long-term care insurance and Sun Health at Home By Meghann Finn Sepulveda Research shows that about 70 percent of people turning 65 will need some sort of long-term care. But determining future health care needs can be daunting. There are many options to consider before choosing a plan that works best. […]
