GETTING STARTED – FOR YOUR LOVED ONE
The Next Chapter: Retirement Living
This is your guide to understanding how to choose the best Living Option for your senior loved one to make the most out of retirement.
As a caregiver or family member, it becomes our duty to help plan and prepare for the decision to make a move into a retirement residence with the right support for your senior loved one; to understand that while we all age, we’ll never stop growing.
Your retirement living options
Financial planning
Speak with your Financial Advisor
Investing in quality senior care is an investment in quality of life to live with purpose, be cared for, and inspired to make the most out of each and every day. Your senior loved one deserves that, and help is available to make it happen. From financial advisors who can help you navigate tax credits and long-term care insurance, to benefit programs and more, affording the retirement dream is possible. Talk to an advisor today.
Still have questions?
How to have the conversation
A tough topic to tackle
If you are suggesting that a lifestyle pivot could be a good idea for your parent(s), it’s possible that they may be averse to the idea at first. Remember: this is part of your journey together as a family, and the goal for everyone involved is to shift to a more comfortable and safe life with ease. Approach the conversation with patience and an open mind.
How to Prepare for the Conversation
If this is the first time approaching the topic of senior living with your family member(s), it’s a good idea to come into the conversation prepared for a variety of questions you will likely get. Consider the personalities of your senior loved one so that you can speak from a thoughtful perspective. Take some time to do your research on the living options available so that you’re equipped to have a productive conversation and take next steps from there.
Helping the Conversation Go Smoothly
There are a few things to consider including in your conversation to help ensure that it goes smoothly. It’s important to remember that these are big decisions that don’t need to happen overnight. By keeping the initial conversation light and making a concerted effort to not inflict any pressure on your loved one will help to open the doors to new opportunities.
Need more info?
Contact us, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Choosing what’s right for you
Think about the kind of lifestyle they deserve
Envisioning the retirement lifestyle that best suits your senior loved one is the next step. Now is the time to think about the finer details — everything from the level of care needed, to recreational amenities and social engagement opportunities. There is a lot to consider, and everyone’s needs and desires will look different, so it’s important to create a checklist to use as a guide when shopping around.
The most important considerations to make? Location and proximity to family members, the variety of living options needed, amenities and recreational offerings that suit your senior loved one’s lifestyle should be top of mind.
Make a list of your top choices
Once you begin visiting various communities and get familiar with each unique environment, the fun begins! It’s time to narrow down retirement livings options based on your wish list, your budget, and what makes the most sense for your senior loved one and your family.
Our online search feature makes it easy to explore our Verve communities and to see all there is to offer. Various Verve communities across the country have differing living options — there’s no question that they’ll end up in professional supportive hands.
How to make a smooth transition
Retirement with purpose at Verve Senior Living
We partner with a variety of professionals to help make the transition as smooth as possible.
- Downsizers and organizers
- Packing and unpacking services
- Movers who specialize in senior transitions
- Real estate agents
- Financial planners and insurance brokers
In need of a professional in your area? Reach out to your local Verve Senior Living residence and we’ll be happy to help you with a list of trusted and reliable companies.
Need more info?
Contact us, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Making the journey, together
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do at Verve Senior Living. Our professional support team’s passion for excellence ensures we create an inclusive environment that fosters independence, inspiration, and a healthy mind-body-spirit approach to make every day one to look forward to.
Here, you’re family
This is an exciting next step to inspired living for your senior loved one(s), as it is for you. We welcome you to join us for monthly activities and weekend dinners to stay connected, as well as engaged with your loved one and their new community.
Your retirement living options
Financial planning
Speak with your Financial Advisor
Investing in quality senior care is an investment in quality of life to live with purpose, be cared for, and inspired to make the most out of each and every day. Your senior loved one deserves that, and help is available to make it happen. From financial advisors who can help you navigate tax credits and long-term care insurance, to benefit programs and more, affording the retirement dream is possible. Talk to an advisor today.
Still have questions?
How to have the conversation
A tough topic to tackle
If you are suggesting that a lifestyle pivot could be a good idea for your parent(s), it’s possible that they may be averse to the idea at first. Remember: this is part of your journey together as a family, and the goal for everyone involved is to shift to a more comfortable and safe life with ease. Approach the conversation with patience and an open mind.
How to Prepare for the Conversation
If this is the first time approaching the topic of senior living with your family member(s), it’s a good idea to come into the conversation prepared for a variety of questions you will likely get. Consider the personalities of your senior loved one so that you can speak from a thoughtful perspective. Take some time to do your research on the living options available so that you’re equipped to have a productive conversation and take next steps from there.
Helping the Conversation Go Smoothly
There are a few things to consider including in your conversation to help ensure that it goes smoothly. It’s important to remember that these are big decisions that don’t need to happen overnight. By keeping the initial conversation light and making a concerted effort to not inflict any pressure on your loved one will help to open the doors to new opportunities.
Need more info?
Contact us, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Choosing what’s right for you
Think about the kind of lifestyle they deserve
Envisioning the retirement lifestyle that best suits your senior loved one is the next step. Now is the time to think about the finer details — everything from the level of care needed, to recreational amenities and social engagement opportunities. There is a lot to consider, and everyone’s needs and desires will look different, so it’s important to create a checklist to use as a guide when shopping around.
The most important considerations to make? Location and proximity to family members, the variety of living options needed, amenities and recreational offerings that suit your senior loved one’s lifestyle should be top of mind.
Make a list of your top choices
Once you begin visiting various communities and get familiar with each unique environment, the fun begins! It’s time to narrow down retirement livings options based on your wish list, your budget, and what makes the most sense for your senior loved one and your family.
Our online search feature makes it easy to explore our Verve communities and to see all there is to offer. Various Verve communities across the country have differing living options — there’s no question that they’ll end up in professional supportive hands.
How to make a smooth transition
Retirement with purpose at Verve Senior Living
We partner with a variety of professionals to help make the transition as smooth as possible.
- Downsizers and organizers
- Packing and unpacking services
- Movers who specialize in senior transitions
- Real estate agents
- Financial planners and insurance brokers
In need of a professional in your area? Reach out to your local Verve Senior Living residence and we’ll be happy to help you with a list of trusted and reliable companies.
Need more info?
Contact us, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Making the journey, together
Integrity is at the heart of everything we do at Verve Senior Living. Our professional support team’s passion for excellence ensures we create an inclusive environment that fosters independence, inspiration, and a healthy mind-body-spirit approach to make every day one to look forward to.
Here, you’re family
This is an exciting next step to inspired living for your senior loved one(s), as it is for you. We welcome you to join us for monthly activities and weekend dinners to stay connected, as well as engaged with your loved one and their new community.