Category: The Villager

Harriet B. recently graduated from rehab at Friendship Village and has returned to her home. Harriet comes into Friendship Village twice a week for outpatient therapy in order to maintain the gains she has made here. After one of her therapy sessions she agreed to chat with us about her time at Friendship Village.

Although the vast majority of people who live in Continuing Care Retirement Communities report that they are happy with their decision, there are many who delay a move indefinitely because they feel they are not ready yet.

Perhaps, after discussions with loved ones, you’ve begun considering a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, or life plan community). There’s no doubt that it’s a big decision to make, but many people feel a great sense of relief once the choice is made. When you live in a CCRC, all of your… Continue reading 5 Tips for Preparing Your Home for the Real Estate Market

When it comes to caring for an aging loved one, having family members by your side can be a tremendous help—mentally, physically, and financially. But there are also times when having to consider more than one opinion on an issue can cause great strife between relatives.

Making sure your financial and legal affairs are in order can be a lot easier with the right tools. A written inventory of all your assets is a good place to start. Your list should be comprehensive and include investments, bank accounts, real estate, insurance policies, retirement plans, and tangible property of value.

It’s not uncommon to hear prospective residents of a CCRC say that they are hesitant to move to a retirement community because they are turned off by seeing residents with walkers and wheelchairs, or simply because they don’t want to be around a bunch of “old people.”

There is a recent and growing trend among college graduates that is garnering a lot of attention. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, by 2020, 43 percent of college students are expected to be age 25 and older. And among these older grads are more and more seniors. Lifelong Learners You may have… Continue reading Lifelong Learning: Good for Seniors’ Minds & Bodies

If you or a loved one is considering their senior living options, you likely have begun doing research on retirement communities. Or perhaps you have a loved one in need of long-term care or memory care and staying in the home will not be safe for much longer. With all of the choices available (especially… Continue reading The Ins and Outs of a Wait List

Kim Brinkley is our Accounting Clerk, and she has a short title for a long list of  responsibilities.

At Friendship Village, senior living doesn’t have to mean downsizing to a much smaller residence. With our beautiful Garden Homes, you can enjoy all the benefits of a spacious home, plus everything that a premier retirement community promises: a vibrant lifestyle of health and fitness, new friends, fun activities, and a wide range of personalized… Continue reading Friendship Village Redefines Senior Living in Kalamazoo with Garden Homes