Category: Continuing Care Retirement Communities Articles

Have You Had “The Talk?”

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Having “the talk” with aging parents about end-of-life planning can be difficult, but it’s essential. Addressing topics like healthcare, financial arrangements, and living preferences ensures their wishes are honored and avoids stress during crises. While these conversations may be met with resistance, taking the time to discuss and document important decisions provides peace of mind for both parents and children.

Life Begins in a Retirement Community

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Mrs. Smith did not know that the call she was going to make to a retirement community this morning was going to completely transform her overall health and well-being. She is a very active lady that lives alone in a large home that she and her deceased husband have lived in for over 40 years. There are many memories and a lot of “stuff” that has accumulated over the years.

Thanks-Living

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by Rev. Dr. H. Lawton and Dawn Neely; co-chaplains at The Martha Franks Retirement Community, Laurens, SC  My husband and… Read more »