Life at The Clare

Proactive planning for your future healthcare isn’t just about preparation; it’s about empowerment. By understanding your options, you can make informed choices that prioritize your unique needs and preferences. LifeCare … Continue reading “Senior Living 101: What Is LifeCare?”

Retirement is a significant milestone in life, and proper preparation is key to ensuring a smooth transition into this new phase. To help you navigate this important period, we’ve compiled … Continue reading “Pre-Retirement Checklist”

Active baby boomers in their 60s and 70s are realizing that independent living in a Chicago retirement community offers a rare opportunity to live their best life now while considering … Continue reading “8 Reasons Independent Living is the Fastest-Growing Retirement Community Option.”

Knowing what to look for in a memory care community can help you select the right place for your family member or friend. While each memory care community offers various … Continue reading “8 Qualities to Look for in a Memory Care Community”

Are you considering independent senior living and looking for a fulfilling and purposeful lifestyle? If big-city amenities and culture are what you desire, consider Chicago. As the third-largest city in … Continue reading “Top 8 Reasons to Consider Independent Senior Living in Chicago”

Decluttering can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially when downsizing for a move to senior living like The Clare. Chances are, you’ve collected countless pieces of furniture, knick-knacks, documents … Continue reading “What Is Your Plan? Decluttering and Downsizing for a Move to Senior Living”

Considering moving to a life plan community like The Clare? Doing so may boost your health, according to new research. The first-year results of the Age Well Study reveals that … Continue reading “What Are the Benefits of Life Plan Communities?”

Are you unsure of when to take Social Security? As you navigate your benefits, it may be worthwhile to consider delaying as opposed to taking Social Security at 62, when … Continue reading “When to Take Social Security”

Working while retired isn’t necessarily the retirement that we all dream of. The common belief – and what we look forward to – is the idea that retirement means no … Continue reading “Working While Retired: How Retirement Can Lead to New Beginnings”

Planning retirement? Whether you’re anticipating retirement, just about to retire or already have retired, developing a plan is key for your years after work. Answer these questions courtesy of Forbes … Continue reading “Planning Retirement: Answer These Questions If You’re 50 or Older”

Finding suitable senior living options for couples when they have varying care needs can be difficult. One may be completely independent while the other has drastically different health demands, yet … Continue reading “Senior Living Options for Couples with Different Care Needs”

Healthy or not, here advanced medical directives come. Just over one-third of adults in the United States have advanced directives for medical care, according to new research findings. These documents … Continue reading “Advanced Medical Directives: Why Do You Need One?”

Retirement isn’t all rest, relaxation and an escape from your job. These days, the retirement age seems obsolete, as more seniors work through their older years. It’s not necessarily because … Continue reading “Why More Seniors Work After Retirement”

For most adults, there comes a time when maintaining a large house no longer makes sense. Kids have grown up and moved out, and the spacious home that once seemed … Continue reading “Continuing Care vs. Life Care: Understanding the Difference”

If you’re the sort of person who appreciates a good value, there are plenty of ways to have a great time in our city on a reasonable budget. The list … Continue reading “Senior Discounts and Benefits in Chicago”

Are magazines dead? Far from it. While the shift in publishing from print to digital has claimed some publications, others remain vibrant while also offering greater flexibility—most print subscriptions now … Continue reading “8 Best Magazines for Seniors”

People in their 20s and 30s think of retirement as a far-off possibility, but as retirement gets closer, you begin to worry about your financial planning. Have you put aside … Continue reading “The Benefits of Investing Early to Retire Well”

There’s nothing like the excitement of moving into a new home. It’s a chance to savor new views, make new friends, and redesign your living space. For those shifting away … Continue reading “A Rightsizer’s Guide: Transitioning to High-Rise Senior Living in Chicago”