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Larry Lefever
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Whether you’re already retired or your much anticipated retirement date is approaching, you want to be sure you make the right decisions for your future. But with the myriad of options for senior living in Central Pennsylvania, how do you decide which is right for you? How do you decide which one is going to respect your lifestyle—and your finances—the way you do?
Willow Valley Communities, in Lancaster, is one of the nation’s premier 55-plus senior living communities. If you’re making this important decision, they advise you to do your research and reflect on how you envision this time of your life. Open your mind to the possibilities for life after career or family, and make a list of what is important to you. Then, importantly, ask questions.
What Type of Contract? What Do I Pay If and When I Need Healthcare Services?
When exploring a senior living community, you should understand what type of contract is offered, what the fees are, and what is included in what you’ll pay. You should also ask what happens to those fees if and when you need a more advanced level of healthcare.
Willow Valley Communities, is the only exclusively Lifecare community in Lancaster County. This means that you won’t pay additional fees if you later need personal care, skilled nursing care, or memory support. Unlike other senior living communities that charge a daily rate for this extra support—which adds up and can quickly deplete your assets—Willow Valley Communities doesn’t raise your fee because of the increased level of care that you may need later. With this financially smart type of contract, fees are more predictable so you won’t be surprised by additional costs for additional care in the future.
What is Included with My Monthly Fee?
Your monthly fee at a senior living community will likely include expenses that you may already be paying. It is important to understand how this affects your budget.
In addition to the peace of mind of Lifecare, your monthly fee at Willow Valley Communities also covers many common expenses: your residence, electricity, water, heating and cooling, trash removal, real estate taxes, and property insurance are all included in your monthly service fee. Common household chores like snow and leaf removal, lawn care, and home maintenance are included as well. A flexible dining plan and 24 hour security for your home are also included.
What Will I Do When I’m No Longer Working?
Close your eyes and imagine your retirement. Then, find out about the offerings at the communities you visit and compare them with your vision.
At Willow Valley Communities, there is an almost limitless list of amenities, entertainment options, shows, activities, and clubs all available—no matter where you live at Willow Valley Communities—and all included with your monthly fee. There is even shuttle service to get you around on campus.
Willow Valley Communities is also just 3 miles from downtown Lancaster, where you can enjoy even more dining, shopping and entertainment options.
Can I Bring My Pet?
Pets are a part of your family and they should be welcome where you choose to live.
Willow Valley Communities has two dog parks and plenty of sunny windows for cats. Other pets are also welcome.
What Choice Do I Have for Type of Residence?
Consider how liberating downsizing may be, freeing your mind to pursue passions that you’ve been putting off until retirement. Many moving and design professionals can help you with the process of scaling back on things, which allows you to focus on experiences instead.
Willow Valley Communities features over 90 different floorplans, with varying wait lists, starting with beautifully livable one bedroom apartments at an entrance fee of $141,600 with a monthly service fee of $2,179, including Lifecare and all of the services, amenities, activities, and programs Willow Valley Communities is known for. The many hundreds of your Lancaster County neighbors who now call Willow Valley Communities home invite you to learn about the range of options that can meet your individual needs. Make a list. Ask the questions. And be sure to ask about the Lifecare difference.