Baby Boomers-Where Will They Live?

| Tuesday, August 14, 2012
By Lance Drummer


In January of 2012, baby boomers officially began retirement. Every day, according to the US Census Bureau, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. Even at age 55, many can receive minor benefits. A concern of seniors today is their living arrangements.

As adults grow into the senior stage, concerns for living arrangements are at the top of the list as something to plan for and transition into. Seniors today are provided many options. Many are able to take advantage of independent and assisted living since there is often no need for nursing care in earlier years. Both offer a number of benefits. Although most are aware of traditional senior housing, many are not aware of this next type of senior living. There has been the development of retirement villages melbourne over the past several years.

These villages are an attractive offer to seniors. There are 2 differences between traditional housing and these villages. The price point makes it a cost effective option to retirement communities. Most retirement communities charge both an entrance fee and a monthly fee. The annual fee charged by retirement villages can be afforded by the average senior.

Another difference is that the senior remains in their same home longer than in a traditional retirement community. Rather than leaving their present communities, seniors receive their services in their community.

As with the other senior living options, a very active and leisure life are available. Just as much effort for planned social events go into village living.

The disadvantage to living within a village is that seniors must still maintain their own living quarters. Help, of course, can be hired.

With the level of comfort that these villages offer, it is becoming the preferred choice by seniors everywhere. In the past, many seniors who were low-income or without a retirement fund had no options that provided any real luxuries. With entrance fees being upward of $100K-200K, it was not even on the list of something to shoot for. Now those wanting a more fulfilling retirement have a better chance of that actually happening.

It is all about desire and choices. Information is criticial. Once all available options have been presented, it is easier to make a great decision. Now, seniors are being offered the retirement they deserve.




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