Living Responsibility, Retiring Responsibly
Responsibility never really ends, does it? Showing up. Working hard. Being there for your family and friends. Being smart with your money and taking care of yourself and those who depend on you. It’s how you’ve lived and even now, in retirement, that spirit hasn’t left you. It’s who you are.
Even in retirement, you want to be sure you’ve planned for your future. With the myriad of choices for retirement in Central Pennsylvania, how do you decide which is right for you? You want to continue making smart choices, taking care of yourself and those who depend on you. You’ve worked hard for your money and want to protect it.
Willow Valley Communities, a 55 plus senior living community, is the only exclusively Lifecare community in Lancaster County. This unique and financially smart type of contract means that you won’t pay additional fees if you later need personal care, skilled nursing care, or memory support. Unlike other senior living communities that charge a daily rate for this extra support—which adds up quickly and can rapidly deplete your assets— Willow Valley Communities doesn’t raise your fee for the increased level of care that you may need later. Because fees are more predictable, you won’t be surprised by additional costs for additional care in the future. Willow Valley Communities offers peace of mind and greater long-term security for the assets you’ve worked so hard for, making it a wise investment—for you and your family.
“Say That Again”
Lifecare is so unique that some find it hard to believe at first. “One of our sales counselors tells the story of a recent visit with prospective residents,” says Brian T. Rutter, Willow Valley Communities’ chief marketing officer. “As the counselor explained Lifecare to our visitors, one of them almost couldn’t believe it. Over the course of the conversation, the visitor asked about Lifecare four times, saying, ‘tell me that again,’ not because it’s difficult to understand, but because it sounds almost too good to be true.”
But in this case, it’s not too good to be true. Your one monthly service fee covers many of your expenses: a maintenance-free home, a flexible food plan, amenities, activities and programs, PLUS the financial security of Lifecare. You won’t pay additional fees if you later need personal care, skilled nursing care, or memory support. When you’ve built your nest egg over a lifetime of hard work, it’s one of the smartest investments you can make for your future. And Willow Valley Communities is the only exclusively Lifecare community in Lancaster County.
What Do I Get for My Monthly Fee?
In addition to the peace of mind of Lifecare, your monthly fee at Willow Valley Communities also covers a long list of expenses that you may already be paying. Your residence, electricity, water, heating and cooling, trash removal, real estate taxes, and property insurance are all included in your monthly service fee.
Do you pay for or do you currently perform household chores like snow removal, leaf removal, grass cutting, gardening, trimming, mulching, gutter cleaning, and planting? How about exterior painting and repair? Appliance maintenance and repair? How about something as simple as a clogged garbage disposal? These jobs are no longer your worry or responsibility when you live at Willow Valley Communities. Additionally, a flexible dining plan and 24 hour security for your home are included in the monthly fee.
As for enjoying life, how much do you pay a month for activities, entertainment, and hobbies? At Willow Valley Communities, your monthly fee also covers a host of entertainment options, shows, activities, and clubs. There is also a fitness center, aquatics center, bowling alley, and tennis courts—all available and all included.
Something for Everyone
And there’s something for just about everyone at Willow Valley Communities. Beautifully livable one bedroom apartments start at an entrance fee of $141,600 with a monthly service fee of $2,179, including Lifecare and all of the services, amenities, activities, and programs they’re known for.
Hundreds of your Lancaster County neighbors who call Willow Valley Communities home have already discovered that it’s simply a wise investment. They invite you to learn about the range of options that can meet your individual needs. And be sure to ask about the Lifecare difference.
This article was originally published in Lancaster Newspapers Sunday News June 24, 2018
