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13
Mar
Why Spring Is The Best Time To Move Into a Continuing Care Retirement Community
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Moving into a senior community while you’re able to plan well, attend to all the details, comfortably execute the move, and enjoy the benefits of an independent lifestyle in your new home is ideal. Beyond that, is there a specific time of year when it's most ideal to move? We encourage you to consider springtime!
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Signs It’s Time To Leave Your Downsized Home for Senior Living
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Downsizing your home for retirement has many benefits. However, it’s often only a short-term solution, since it doesn’t address the increasing health concerns that can arise as we get older. Seniors and their adult children can find it difficult to know when it’s time for a senior living community that will offer skilled medical care and personal care or assisted living. Learn about some of the most common signs you or your children can use to help you make this decision.
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Why You Should Choose a CCRC Over a 55+ Community
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If you’re retired or starting to think about retirement, you may (wisely) be considering a move to a senior retirement community in order to save yourself the stress of moving later, when you’ll likely be less equipped to do so. If this is the case, you may be debating whether to join a 55+ community or a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). Here’s what each of these retirement community types offer their senior residents.
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12
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Planning for Senior Living: For-Profit vs. Nonprofit CCRCs
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If you’ve made the wise decision to spend your golden years in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) or Life Plan community, you’ll find that of these, there are two types of retirement communities: for-profit and not-for-profit or nonprofit organizations. For-profits currently make up about 80% of senior residential care communities in the US. It’s essential to do your research on any CCRC—and your financial assets—before making a senior living decision. Le...
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21
Jun
A Walk Around the Block: Explore and Embrace Historic Carlisle, Pa.
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Sometimes, moving to a senior living community is stigmatized with the idea of losing independence or freedom. Chapel Pointe residents Don and Esther Weidemann moved to their independent living apartment with the exact opposite mindset.When moving to a new place, it becomes home.They knew that moving to Chapel Pointe meant that Carlisle, Pa., would also be their new home. With that excitement, Don grabbed his camera and headed out with Esther to explore Carlisle, which USA Today named the fourth...
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How to Choose a Senior Living Community
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Consider these eight key factors to find the retirement community that’s right for youFred and Janice Widders moved to Chapel Pointe from a dairy farm where the closest thing they had to neighbors walked on four legs and mooed. They now have a vastly different experience. “What I have loved here is being able to socialize,” Janice said.From the very first time she walked through the doors (when her mother was a resident) Janice said “it just felt like home.”If you d...
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When Is the Right Time to Explore Personal Care?
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February 19, 2022 is National Caregivers Day, when we honor each remarkable caregiver, whether a family member, friend, volunteer, paid home care worker, or professional in a senior living community.If you’re a caregiver for someone at home, we applaud you for showing your love in such a tangible way. On challenging days, give yourself grace and remember that teamwork is key.Be compassionate to yourself and your loved one by planning for the future. As your loved one’s needs increase...
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20
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Dwell Happy at Chapel Pointe
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We’ve heard from many people that downsizing is one of the most daunting challenges when it comes to moving. We want to help! Chapel Pointe partners with Dwell Happy to provide 20 hours of free downsizing, simplifying, and organizing support for residents moving into independent living apartments and townhomes. Dwell Happy Can Help With: Making a plan based on your vision, strengths, and frustration. Empowering you to keep only the things you love, need, and/or actually use. ...
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12
Dec
ALEXA AND APPS AND SMART HOMES, OH MY!
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Not all residents at the continuing care retirement community Chapel Pointe at Carlisle are using technology. Yet.The community has created a tech gateway by implementing their own digital app from resident engagement software provider Touchtown. The app delivers community information through modules like Activities, Dining, and Announcements to keep residents engaged with community happenings from the tips of their fingers. They also can connect with neighbors through pictorial directories, req...
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Overcoming the Downsizing Hurdle
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9 Tips From People Who've "Been There" and "Done That"Overcoming the Downsizing HurdleLiving a “minimalist” lifestyle has gained popularity among people of all ages. No matter how trendy it becomes, the truth remains: scaling down presents challenges.“In our experience, when you’re facing downsizing, at the very beginning, it’s a huge task – insurmountable really,” said new Chapel Pointe resident, David.Sound familiar?We talked wi...
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Register Today: Spring Open House
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3/18/2024 11:41:00 AM
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Tuesday, April 9 | 11 am - 2 pm | Tours every half hour.
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Friendships: Making Us Young at Heart
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3/18/2024 10:59:00 AM
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As humans, we’re designed for relationship. In fact, research indicates that close friendships make us happier, healthier, and may even extend our lives.
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Nominate Chapel Pointe!
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3/6/2024 2:45:00 PM
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It's that time of year again: time to choose the Best of Cumberland County. Consider nominating your favorite businesses, organizations, and people of Cumberland County, including Chapel Pointe.
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Why Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is Ranked the Best Place to Retire
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3/4/2024 2:11:00 PM
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Many retirees eagerly anticipate the newfound freedom awaiting them. That includes the freedom to decide where you want to live, and a little research can go a long way toward making an informed choic...
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FREE Seminar: Finding Security with Charitable Gift Annuities
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2/27/2024 1:06:00 PM
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Financial Planning Education Series
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Wednesday, April 10 | 2 pm | Chapel Pointe’s Henry Chapel
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FREE Seminar: Creating a Strong Will to Further Your Stewardship
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2/26/2024 1:29:00 PM
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Thursday, May 30 | 2 pm | Chapel Pointe’s Henry Chapel
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Ways Seniors Can Boost Heart Health
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2/20/2024 8:42:00 AM
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As we age, the importance of heart and cardiovascular health escalates. It is crucial that older adults learn and practice effective methods to preserve and enhance the condition and function of the h...
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2024 State of the Economy
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2/1/2024 9:15:00 AM
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You probably already know that interest rates and inflation dynamics impact our economy, but you may be surprised to discover that other factors, like artificial intelligence (AI) and even Taylor Swif...
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Ways Seniors Can Prioritize Wellness in the New Year
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1/5/2024 11:28:00 AM
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The new year holiday often brings new goals or resolutions for the year. Learn how you or your loved one can prioritize wellness this year.
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How to Overcome Loneliness During the Holidays: A Guide for Seniors
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11/22/2023 10:17:00 AM
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For many seniors, holidays can trigger intense loneliness. Learn how to relieve holiday loneliness and put joy and companionship back in your life this season.
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