Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Com- munity, 1617 Hendersonville Road, Ashe- ville, NC 28803, (800) 284-1531, (828) 274-1531,
www.deerfieldwnc.org On 125 acres just south of the Biltmore Es- tate, this full-service Life Care community combines Asheville’s casually elegant style with state-of-the-art amenities. Deerfield offers spacious apartments and cottage homes, a health and wellness center, a spa, pottery and art studios, multiple din- ing venues, a cocktail lounge, and an array of amenities and services. If a health care need arises, Deerfield offers assisted-living and skilled-nursing care in the on-site health care center. The community is non- smoking. PET FRIENDLY
Scotia Village Retirement Community, 2200 Elm Ave., Laurinburg, NC 28352, (888) 726-8428, (910) 277-2000,
www.scotiavillage.org Scotia Village is a faith-based, not-for- profit CCRC. We offer gracious living in apartments and homes on our verdant 66- acre campus. Our community is situated next to St. Andrews University, making life- long learning both convenient and stimulat- ing. We’re tucked away from the hustle and bustle but are centrally located to beaches, mountains, and major cities in the Caroli- nas. Please contact us to learn about our Military Benefit Choice program. It is our way of showing our gratitude to those who have served our country. (See ad on page 78.) PET FRIENDLY
Trinity Oaks Retirement Community, 728 Klumac Road, Salisbury, NC 28144, (800) 610-0783, (704) 603-9202, email:
apressly@trinityoaks.net,
www.trinityoaks.net Experience big-city culture with small-town charm at Trinity Oaks CCRC in historic Salisbury. Elegant cottages and apart- ments, assisted living, and skilled nursing and memory care are available on this mature 40-acre campus with a fitness center, an indoor pool, two dining venues, housekeeping, transportation, and health
care discounts. Entry fees start at less than $55,000. Three entrance plan options are available. (See ad on page 62.) PET FRIENDLY
The Village at Brookwood, 1860 Brook- wood Ave., Burlington, NC 27215, (800) 282-2053,
www.villageatbrookwood.org Enjoy the lifestyle of a vital full-service, nonprofit CCRC in the heart of North Carolina, sponsored by Alamance Regional Medical Center, a part of the Cone Health network. Two major interstate highways provide access to the Durham and Fort Bragg VA medical centers. The Village is midway between the Triangle and Triad and near two international airports, universi- ties, and championship golf. An aquatic/ wellness center with a saltwater pool adds to the amenities. Entrance fees start at $85,400, with garden homes, apartments, and refund options to choose from. Life Care and fee-for-service care are available. PET FRIENDLY
Windsor Point CCRC, 1221 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, (919) 552-4580,
www.windsorpoint.com Windsor Point is a family-owned CCRC offer- ing a full continuum of care. Residence op- tions range from cozy studios to stand-alone all-brick cottages with a refundable entrance- fee option. Entrance fees start at $80,000. The property features a community store, a pharmacy, a bank, a library, a billiards room, an 0auditorium, a hair salon, and a well- ness center with an indoor pool and exercise room. (See ad on page 37.) PET FRIENDLY
PENNSYLVANIA Cumberland Crossings, 1 Longsdorf Way, Carlisle, PA 17015, (717) 240-6013,
www.cumberlandcrossings.org Cumberland Crossings’ tranquil 80-acre campus is only 3 miles from Carlisle Barracks and convenient to shopping, dining, and cul- tural opportunities. Our vibrant community includes a fitness center, walking trails, an indoor pool, spacious cottage homes with a choice of attractive floor plans, and security
ENTRANCE FEES typically are paid in addition to monthly payments and are considered payment in ad- vance for medical services a resident will receive.
EQUITY OWNERSHIP refers to the option in some communities to accumulate equity from the owner- ship of a residence or to purchase an equity-ownership share in the community that can be transferred to a resident’s estate or a qualified successor.
FEE-FOR-SERVICE CARE is an arrangement where health care pro- viders charge a fee for each individual service they provide (doctor’s visits, tests, surgery, etcetera). After the service has been provided, a health care provider submits an insurance claim to be reimbursed.
A GATED COMMUNITY is a group of homes protected by a closed pe- rimeter of walls or fences. In addition to being closed off from outsiders, these communities usually feature additional security, such as guards, entry codes, and key cards. Gated communities generally offer residents amenities such as swimming pools, golf courses, restaurants, tennis courts, and exercise areas. Some gated communities are exclusively for senior residents.
A HEALTH CARE CENTER treats patients for minor medical issues or short-term illnesses. These centers typically provide services including cold, flu, and allergy treatments; ear, nose, and throat treatments; general checkups; gynecological services; lab work; and psychiatric care.
HOME HEALTH SERVICES allow patients to obtain the health care treatment they need while remaining in their homes — a good way to help patients retain their independence. Professionals who provide home health services include registered nurses, social workers, dietitians, speech pathologists, physical thera- pists, and home health aides. Home health services might be provided on a full-time or part-time basis.
INDEPENDENT LIVING refers to housing arrangements for those who are age 55 and older. Generally, inde- pendent-living facilities are for those who are still in good health and do not need much assistance with daily activities. Independent-living facilities include apartments, retirement com-
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