08.23.10
Posted in Retirement, Senior Citizen at 11:09 am by admin
For many seniors, the prospect of retirement is an enticing thing. Turning 65 might signal the sad end of an era, but it can also allow seniors to do things they haven’t been able to do before, like travel. Seniors who live in cold climates often travel… to Arizona and Florida. And of course, you know the rest of the story: they don’t come back. The climate is too perfect, and the pace of life is just right.
That raises an interesting dilemma for many elderly citizens who live near to their family, but who may want to retire in a different town. Would a permanent vacation to somewhere more comfortable outweigh the familial benefits of staying put?
For some, that’s an easy question. “I’ll be with the grandkids!” they say. Okay, that means staying in town. But for others, it’s not so easy. There could be strained relationship in the family, or another reason to avoid getting together.
Either way, it’s good to weigh the pros and cons of retiring with or near the family or retiring in a Retirement Center (or Independent Living Center).
Retiring Close to the Family
Pros:
- You get to be near the grandchildren
- The surroundings are familiar
- There is safety in being with others
- It is usually is cheaper (pooled resources with family, etc)
Cons:
- No exercise facility, golf club, or other fine amenities
- You’re still responsible for the upkeep of your home, or wherever you’re living
- There’s sometimes an increased feeling of “getting in the way” of your family, who is in the middle of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. For many, this is a stressful, disappointing situation
- Boredom. Now that you’re retired, you have lots of time on your hands. But your family is still going, going, and going. This can leave you, the retiree, feeling a little lonely and alot BORED!
Retiring in a Retirement Community (or active
Assisted Living Facility)
Pros
- There are often really sweet facilities that are made for you and others who are your age.
- The general upkeep and housework are often done by staff who live there.
- There will be immediate, built in community with other seniors (new friends!)
- It would give you a chance to have a totally fresh start instead of a slow finish.
- There will likely a be a medical staff on call to help you with anything, just in case you need them.
Cons
- Costs will likely be higher
- Some seniors dislike change. There will be lots of change here.
- Nobody enjoys packing up and moving out of their house.
- Some seniors end up hating the retired lifestyle, the endless meals in restaurants, and the general wide open days. If there are no relationships with others in the area, this can be a pretty un-fulfilling lifestyle.
So, is it better to retire with the family or in a retirement community? In all likelihood, the determining factor will be how close the family is. If you love being close to the family, no golf course is going to be able to take the place of that. But if there is a way to still see the family on a regular basis, a retirement community, with all the comfort and advantages they offer, may be just the thing to put a smile on your face.
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08.04.10
Posted in Retirement at 3:57 pm by admin
Many senior citizens love to golf. There is nothing new about this phenomenon. For decades, elderly men and women have taken to the greens when their careers have come to a close. Golf is the perfect leaser activity for a person who is slowing down but still enjoys a good time.
What is a relatively new phenomenon is the boom of the”Golf Retirement Community.” In the past twenty years or so, thousands and thousands o retirees have decided to sell their homes and move into an independent living facility that caters to their favorite pastime. These facilities are often literally built around golf courses. This gives residents a stellar view in addition to their stellar hobby.
So why is the demand so much higher today? Well, for one thing, many seniors are retiring at younger ages. Those who stop working at 55 still have many active years left, and they want to take absolute, full advantage of those years. And in addition, even those who retire at 65 are, on average, much healthier than retirees two decades ago. Life expectancy continues to climb each year, as does the relative health of today’s seniors.
Most Golf Retirement Communities are being built in the retirement hotspots like Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas. But Texas has joined the party also. Here is a small list of Golf Communities that are near notable cities in the Lone Star State.
The Bridges at Preston Crossing (Gunter, TX) – This luxurious Golf Community is located between Dallas and Tyler. The 18 hole golf course was designed by legendary champion Fred Couples. If you want to live here, expect large lots and a comfortable environment in a lovely East Texas town.
Havenwood at Hunters Crossing (New Braunfels, TX) – This gated golfing community offers lots from one to three acres of land. It is located in New Braunfels, just a short drive northeast of San Antonio.
Comanche Trace (Kerrville, TX) – Just northwest of San Antonio, Comanche Trace offers spacious living in a beautiful setting. The golf course is a 27 Hole championship course, complete with a driving range and a luxurious clubhouse. The entire facility totals more than fifteen hundred acres, and includes a fitness center and a small private fishing lake. And community events are aplenty!
Bentwater on Lake Conroe (Montgomerey, TX) – If you want to be near Houston, TX, Bentwater might be your ticket. It’s located just north of Texas’ largest city, and is nestled between the beautiful Lake Conroe and Sam Houston National Forrest. The Golf is fantastic! The country club sports a whopping 54 holes on three unique courses. But besides this, the community is beautifully located close to great shopping, and also near Houston’s International Airport. For today’s active senior, it doesn’t get much better than this.
Of course, there are many more such facilities throughout the state that can cater to golf enthusiasts. As you search, keep in mind that homes or apartments located directly on a golf courses will almost always be more expensive than those located a few blocks away. And many of those off-site homes might be a better fit for many seniors, since their back yards might be quite bit larger. The 16th fairway, after all, is pretty to look at, but does not make for a fully functional backyard barbecue pit.
All in all, those who are retired and golfing can be confident that today’s modern retirement facilities will take care of them. And that’s another great reason to be a senior in the twenty-first century!
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08.29.08
Posted in Retirement, Senior Citizen, elderly and education at 10:04 am by admin
John McCain picks Sarah Palin as his Vice President. This will most definately bring in younger voters but will this deter elderly voters? My personal opinion is that it will bring more elderly voters as well since the majority of elderly voters are conservative and Sarah Palin is very conservative and pro-life. Sarah Palin is 44 years old and is the govenor of Alaska. She is for off shore drilling. Palin is a mother to a down syndrome child. I believe that McCain will receive more women votes by picking Sarah Palin as V.P. I’m sure that was one of his reasons for picking her. John McCain and Sarah Palin appear live today in Dayton, OH. They hope to win the votes of Ohio for Ohio could be a deciding state of who will be president. Hillary Clinton won the votes in Ohio in the primary and McCain may win a majority of those votes. This election may be a very close election and it may depend on one state or one group of people.
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05.29.08
Posted in Assisted Living, Elder Care, Elderly Care, Nursing home, Retirement, Senior Citizen, Taking Care of a Loved One, Texas Elderly Care Services, care at home at 2:00 pm by admin
Lite-Up Texas is a government service that helps low income citizens or those on Medicaid reduce their electric bill. If you are currently receiving Medicaid, food stamps, or if your household income is 125% below the federal poverty guidelines (i.e. $13,000 for 1 resident, $17,500 for 2) then you qualify to receive the Lite-Up Texas discounts.
Many elderly citizens choose Lite-Up Texas to help them get through the costly monthly summer electric bills. With Lite-Up Texas you still have a choice to pick from any electric provider if you are in a deregulated county. So you don’t have to switch electric providers if you do not wish to or you can switch to a low cost electric provider and still get a discount with Lite-Up Texas.
With electric prices on the rise choosing Lite-Up Texas is not a bad idea for you or your loved one. Stay cool and have an affordable summer!
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04.11.08
Posted in Retirement at 4:02 pm by admin
Considering a Place to Retire?
East Texas is not new to having people from wide and far migrate here for little more then its central location and far reach from everything unholy. Tyler is right in the Bible belt and although most people here don’t consider themselves “holier then thou” they do enjoy the peacefulness of an orderly community where crime is low, business is hopping and the lifestyle is active. East Texas has been known as the expert on quite a few activities and topics, from the Rose Capital of the World to the largest ATV mud bogging fun fest in the world right here on Mud Creek. Of course us old folks don’t want to get on a dangerous ATV but there is a wide selection of golf courses with various price ranges and amenities. Retirement living for the independent senior goes from several 5 star facilities such as the Cascades to independent living centers where nurses and care workers are on staff to assist to minor needs. Nursing homes, nationally ranked hospitals, fishing lakes, and senior community activity clubs with provided transportation keeps Tyler a great place to come and retire.
Wow Look at That Fancy Spancy Condo Tower on the Golf Course
We can’t mention the Cascades enough when mentioning Tyler Texas as a great area to retire to. The Cascades is a large high rise condominium on a golf course and lake. The facility has just been built and is 3/4 sold. If you had to pick the best place in town to retire that would be the place. Much more development is in the works in this area in the form of retail centers, top quality restaurants, and medical facilities near by.
Golf, Fish, Food, Hospitals, Good People, you Will Like it Here!
Whether you are considering Tyler TX for their fishing lakes and tournaments in places like Lake Palestine and Lake Tyler or you enjoy the variety of restaurants, golf courses, doctors, and medical facilities you will be making a good choice as there just aren’t many people living here that would disagree. Take a tour through Tyler Texas one date and see what I mean.
Need to Know More?
If you would like to know more about retirement options in Tyler Texas please feel free to contact Elderly Care Services for more information. We look forward to help point you in the right direction. If we don’t have an answer right away we will get back to you with someone else who may be able to help.
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