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You may choose to spend your golden years in
a community designed especially for mature adults. Senior living
facilities come in many sizes and shapes. Senior apartments
are one such chose. A Senior Apartment allows you to take advantage
of many amenities and personalized services without having to
maintain a house and yard.
Senior apartments should be a consideration for older adults that can take care of themselves. Aside from age-restrictions these apartments are usually developed the same as standard apartments. Some of these apartments are also equipped with items such as hand rails and pull cords to make getting around and living easier. Also these apartments provide a community of elderly neighbors without the hassles of a larger home to manage. Properties can vary in terms of services but typically offer apartment living and services designed specifically for independent active seniors 55 and older. Since many of these residences are designed for active seniors, most do not offer meal service, housekeeping or medical services. Senior apartment complexes are usually located near senior centers, parks, shopping malls, golf courses and public transportation. Some provide van services to nearby shopping and needed services. Senior apartments can be found in many communities, some
are under federal housing guidelines and will only accept
low income seniors, but most are privately owned. Many of
the privately owned properties offer reduced rents to low-income
tenants with assistance from Dept. of Housing Urban Development
(HUD). You should be aware that senior apartments usually
have a captured audience with a significant waiting lists
period. The following table provides a listing of senior apartments
in your state; those that may have subsidized units are identified
with an "S" in the right hand column
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| Assisted Living Regulatory Information Sheltered Care Facilities provide food, shelter, laundry services, and personal care to residents who do not need nursing care. |
| Find out if any HMOs in your area rank in the top 50. HealthMatrix Research Inc. ranks HMOs, provides price comparisons, tips to ask when shopping for an HMO and answers to Frequently Asked Questions. |
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Maze? Every state has a Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program to help understand Medicare coverage, payments and Medigap Insurance options. Note: Toll free numbers often work only from within the state. From out of state? Use the other number, when provided. 1.800.548.9034 For more counseling information visit www.medicare.gov |

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Because of old age, mental or physical illness,
or injury, some people find themselves in need of help with eating,
bathing, dressing, and other physical activities. Long-term care
insurance can help pay for such care in the future. To help protect
your financial independence, as you grow older, many Long Term
Care Insurance providers have plans that offer comprehensive benefits
as well as a proven track record of claims payments and financial
stability. You should review all your options carefully.
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Your
retirement planning should be based on understanding the options
associated with Assisted living. As part of a retirement plan
these options combine housing, support services and health care,
as needed. Assisted living is a retirement service for individuals
who require assistance with everyday activities such as meals,
medication management or assistance, bathing, dressing and transportation.
Some residents may have memory disorders including Alzheimer's,
or they may need help with mobility, incontinence or other challenges
of senior life. Residents are assessed to determine the level
of service they may need. These retirement services generally
include: 24/7 supervision, 3 meals a day, housekeeping, transportation,
minor medical attention, personal care assistance, security and
emergency call, exercise programs, social and educational activities.
In addition some Assisted living communities may provide: gardens,
libraries, and chapels. Assisted living communities are operated by both profit and non-profit organizations. Pricing can range from $1000 to over $4,000 per month based on your location. There may be extra fees for special services. Learn more about Assisted Living Communities here. |
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Bethany Retirement Community4950
N. Ashland Avenue Chicago, IL 60640 773.989.1501 Enjoy affordable Independent Living residences in a beautiful "Park-Like Setting", with 3 meals daily, social events, housekeeping and an emergency call system. Bethany Retirement Community, a member of the Bethany Methodisst family, also has an on-site licensed nursing staff with arrangements available for Assisted Living. |
Aging In Place
An aging in place scenario, creates housing and health care options to provide support as defined by an individualís wishes and efforts to live independently. Aging in place can work best when it is employed as a part of a comprehensive plan for retirement and aging. A key step in implementing aging in place is to make your home aging friendly. As we age we don't hear so well, we sometimes forget or get confused and we can even outlive doctor's predictions about our longevity. So as long as we persist in growing older, why not arrange our homes to accommodate our reality. Incorporate memory triggers into the way we arrange cabinets and counters, add soft fabrics to muffle background noises, change appliances to better accommodate our short-comings. Here is a book to help you make your homes senior-friendly.
Also visit: the Universal Design Living Laboratory:A National Demonstration Home at http://www.UDLL.com by Rosemarie Rossetti, PhD If you want to learn more visit our Aging in place section . Once you have an idea of the changes needed in the home, it is time to discuss the changes with a contractor/builder in your area. Below is a list of of such providers in your area. |
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Helping your Elderly Parent Stay in their Home LongerLiving independently is an important achievement for many aging adults. There are varying reasons why this is such a big deal. If you think about what it means to age, you have to imagine what it would feel like to slowly lose your independence. How would you feel if you had to give up control of your day-to-day life? There are many decisions we make daily without much thought including, such thing as choosing what to eat, when to have a meal, or even when to go to bed. These may seem trivial but imagine for a moment, what it would feel like to not be able to make simple life decisions. |
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*Elements (www.elementsservices.org) has been providing support and services for seniors, disabled, special needs and or anyone who can simply use some help since 2007. We are a company that thrives at making life a little bit easier for individuals who do not have the time and or ability. |
If you want to learn more visit our Aging in Place section.
| Insurance regulations differ from state to state. Need help with an insurance company provider? Want to know who writes Medigap insurance in your state? Contact: Insurance Department 320 West Washington Street 4th Floor Springfield, IL 62767 217.782.4515 |
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