The life plan community concept began about a century ago when faith-based and other charitable organizations sought to provide lifetime shelter and care for the aging. In exchange for this promise, residents being cared for were usually required to assign most or all of their assets to the organization. Although well-intentioned, this model was less […]
Read MoreWhen you’re considering a move to a new place, it can be helpful to know what the people who live there think and feel about their home and community, the neighbors and staff, as well as the atmosphere and amenities. We asked four residents to tell us about what Beatitudes Campus means to them. We […]
Read MoreIt’s devastating when someone you love begins to have trouble thinking or is diagnosed with dementia. If you’re like most of us, your mind starts swirling with worry, and you can feel precious time slipping away. Then come the questions about what’s next. Will Dad’s memory and ability to think worsen? What can we expect […]
Read MoreBy Rodney D. Bailey, MSW, PhD, Senior Vice President March is National Nutrition Month and it reminds us that eating nutritious foods offers big benefits. Research shows eating well can boost your energy, improve your mood, keep your bones strong, enhance your sleep, and extend your life. Healthier eating can even reduce your risk for dementia, some […]
Read MoreBy Rodney D. Bailey, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing At Beatitudes Campus, service to others isn’t just our philosophy; it’s in our DNA. In 1965, our founders envisioned a senior living community devoted to the needs and preferences of older adults and their families. They fostered a welcoming, engaging, vibrant place to retire […]
Read MoreBy Rodney D. Bailey, MSW, PhD, Senior Vice President Where you live matters. If you’re thinking about moving to a senior living community, you want one that reflects your personality, offers interesting opportunities, has great neighbors, and is just plain fun. As you think about what you want for your future and where you want […]
Read MoreAt Beatitudes Campus, one of the major considerations we hear from older adults is focused around timing their next move to a retirement community or life plan community. Most people recognize the value in downsizing and moving to a place that suits their current and future needs, but actually pinpointing that moment to move is […]
Read MoreLife plan communities or continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) are a popular retirement living choice among older adults who live fully, or mostly, independently today but desire to live in a setting whereby long-term care services are available if needed in the future. Choosing the right community is an important, complex decision process. Here are […]
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