retirement update

T he thought of aging takes the back seat in the drive of life, but the baby boomers who have worked their

entire adult lives and are ready to relax might want to start looking at retirement community options before it becomes a necessity. By pre-planning, retirees can make choices about the next step whether it includes an independent living facility or one that offers short- or long-term care.

Cincinnati has a variety of retirement communities, including Episcopal Retire-ment Homes and Evergreen Retirement and Wellness Community.

Evergreen Retirement and Wellness Community in Finneytown sits on 65 acres of land that looks and feels like a country club with amenities that include a golf course, lush courtyards and restaurant-style dining.

One of the biggest draws is the atmo-sphere.

“Our dining experience is second to none, meals are served restaurant style with hosts and servers,” says executive director Jeremy Yates.

Residents will find their meals made by an executive chef and staff, serving healthy and nutritious meals. It also provides a cozy environment that is perfect for social-izing with other residents.

Pet owners don’t have to worry about leaving their beloved companions behind either.

“Evergreen has a pet-friendly policy that welcomes residents and their pets. We are

Catering to

PROVIDERS OFFER OPTIONS THAT FIT CHANGING NEEDS AND DESIRES OF RESIDENTSBy Alyssa Reck

Retirement Update 2013

Lifestyles

Evergreen Retirement Community offers residents pet friendly options.

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thinking about adding a dog park to our facilities,” says Yates. “It’s therapeutic to residents, because their pets are compan-ions to them.”

Allowing pets and providing high-quality meals are just two aspects on a much longer list that retirees might want to ask. The list may even scroll to the floor.

The question of “will I lose my inde-pendence” often causes hesitation in the process of finding a retirement commu-nity. According to a survey of 679 AARP members in Ohio, 73 percent were con-cerned about staying in their own homes


Evergreen offers a well-appointed gathering area, above, where residents can spend time with friends and family. The classic facade of the building, left, welcomes residents and visitors.

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as they grow older. “People don’t want to give up their inde-

pendence but at Evergreen it is truly their own place,” says Kristi Guilfoyle, director of sales and marketing.

Evergreen has different housing op-tions, like cottages and apartments that offer residents a mini neighborhood and a chance to make their living space their own.

“An important aspect in choosing the right retirement community is finding the fit for your lifestyle,” says Guilfoyle.

So if you are looking for a space to prac-tice your golf swing, Evergreen might be the community for you.

There are other factors that play into the

choice of a retirement home, such as staff, satisfaction of residents, atmosphere and much more.

“If they (residents) need to change their level of care, we work with them so they can stay here throughout their life,” Yates says.

230 W. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45215. (888) 319-0922 or www.seniorlife-style.com.

EPISCOPAL HOMES

Another provider also believes in quality of care and great service.

Episcopal Retirement Homes offers residents a lifestyle that fits their needs at its multiple locations. For more than

Episcopal Retirement Homes offers a number of living and care options, including the Marjorie P. Lee continuing continuing care facility and Deupree House, both located in Hyde Park.

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60 years, Episcopal has served Greater Cincinnati, giving residents high quality care at an affordable rate.

“The perception of the old folks home is long gone,” says Ken Paley, vice president of marketing.

Between 200,000 and 300,0000 Ameri-cans are retiring each month as the baby boomer generation ages. Retirement com-munities are responding with new options to handle such a large group of potential residents. Episcopal has been praised internationally with the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Continuing Care Accredita-tion Commission (CCAC).

“We will never ask you to leave,” says Paley.

Episcopal works with residents to give them a comfortable environment, helping make a new home for their new residents.

The staff at Episcopal is dedicated to the work they do, which is why there is a

ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONSIt’s an important decision. Think it through.

There are plenty of reasons to move to a retirement community: Freedom from the responsibility of home ownership, a desire to get involved with new friends and new interests, the security of having health care professionals on call, wellness programs, a healthier lifestyle, amenities at your fingertips. Or maybe you would just like to leave the cooking, cleaning and driving to someone else. Whatever your reasons, beware of the “special deals” used to lure you because there are always reasons they are being offered, and this long-term decision is just too important.

Most upscale retirement communities like Deupree House and Marjorie P. Lee have nice pools, good food and many activities. Here are some other things to think about when choosing your new home:

• Do they offer all levels of care for independent living, assisted living, nursing care, and expertise in Alzheimer’s and dementia care?

• Are they accredited by independent and objective organizations such as CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities)?

• What percentage of their apartments are actually occupied?

• If there is an entrance fee, is it refundable and can it be used for healthcare needs in the future?

• If you should run out of money, will you be asked to leave and find a new home or will they let you continue to live in your home with security and dignity and then take care of you if your healthcare needs change?

• Do they have a long track record and a reputation for excellence in both service and healthcare?

At Cedar Village, care of our residents is our first priority. We offer services for the whole person, meeting their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs to ensure that they achieve an optimal quality of life. We take our commitment to the community very seriously and we live our mission, to provide the highest quality healthcare, senior residential and community services, in keeping with Jewish values, yet open to all faiths. Cedar Village … It’s about caring.

Cedar Village Retirement Community | 5467 Cedar Village Drive, Mason, Ohio 45040 | Tel: 513.754.3100 | www.cedarvillage.org

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Though Episcopal is a non-profit com-munity, you won’t f ind f loppy disks, boom boxes or out of date equipment or furnishings.

“We keep up with cutting edge technol-ogy in effort for continuous improvement,” says Paley.

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Both Evergreen and the Episcopal re-tirement communities provide residents a safe environment for independent living or short- and long-term care.

You can relax now.

• No Entrance Fee• Affordable floor plans that are spacious and luxurious• Beautiful views from private balconies/patios• Popular amenities• One and two-bedrooms apartments• Three chef prepared meals

• Three individualized levels fo service and care• Nursing staff available 24 hours• Complete dining program• Assistance with medication administration and ADLS• Continence care available• Complete Wellness Program

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Scarlet Oaks Retirement Community440 Lafayette Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220 scarletoaksretirementcommunity.com • (513) 861-0400

Nestled in 48 wooded acres in Clifton, Scarlet Oaks offers independent and assisted living, and health care services to meet its residents’ needs. This historic property has been serving seniors since 1910. Residents of the Scarlet Oaks family enjoy a wide variety of social events and activities including concerts, event meals and entertainment, Bingo and cards, sporting events, charitable clubs, and so much more. Come and visit this piece of Cincinnati history and see why so many call her Home.

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Designed for active adults 62 and older, Evergreen offers a lifestyle in sync with yours. Whether your lifestyle is a country cottage, a spacious apartment, a day resort for a loved one, or returning home after a successful reha-bilitation stay, your new life can begin here.

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