CCRCs Bring Continuing Care to More People’s Own Homes
A New York Times report examines “continuing care at home,” a model in which a CCRC or Life Plan Community provides support to members who remain in their own houses. Members may receive limited help at home and can have the option of moving into the affiliated community if their needs change, offering a way to plan for future care while aging in place.
The model remains uncommon but is growing: the article reports that 37 of the nation’s 1,911 CCRCs offer it, up from 26 a decade ago, citing LeadingAge. For residents and prospective members, the trend raises practical questions about whether a campus’s services extend beyond its property, how monthly fees work, and what contract guarantees apply if a member eventually needs on-campus care.
Would a continuing-care-at-home option make you more likely to choose a CCRC?
Read the full article here: New York Times