The Village At RockvilleThe Village At Rockville
When exploring your options for retirement living, you may come across the term Life Plan Community. While these communities offer many benefits, it’s natural to have questions about what they are, how they work and whether they may be the right fit for your future.
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
A Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC, is designed to support older adults through different stages of life. Residents can enjoy independent living while having access to additional levels of care and support if their needs change over time.
This approach can provide greater confidence for the future while allowing you to enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle today.
One of the defining features of a Life Plan Community is the continuum of care. At The Village at Rockville—A National Lutheran Community, residents have access to independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and long-term care services.
Having multiple levels of support available can offer peace of mind and help reduce the need to search for a new community if care needs change.
Costs can vary depending on the community, residence and contract type. Many Life Plan Communities have an entrance fee and monthly fees, although the specific financial structure differs from one community to another.
The Village at Rockville is a fee-for-service, or Type C, community. This means residents have priority access to services and amenities while paying for additional health care services as they are needed.
When comparing communities, it is important to ask about entrance fees, monthly costs, included services and how future care is priced.
Life Plan Communities are about more than planning for future care. They are also designed to support a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.
At The Village at Rockville, residents can enjoy wellness programs, fitness classes, lifelong learning, arts and cultural opportunities, social events and a variety of dining experiences.Â
A maintenance-free lifestyle can also mean spending less time on household responsibilities and more time doing what you enjoy.
Not at all. Many people move to a Life Plan Community while they are active and independent so they can enjoy the lifestyle, amenities and connections the community offers.
Planning ahead can also provide reassurance knowing that additional support may be available if it is needed in the future.
Independent living and Life Plan communities both offer opportunities for maintenance-free living, social connection and an active lifestyle. A key difference is that a Life Plan Community offers access to a broader continuum of care and support.
At The Village at Rockville, residents can also explore in-home support options that may allow them to remain in the comfort of their own residence as their needs evolve.
The right choice depends on your lifestyle, priorities and plans for the future. As you explore your options, consider questions such as:
The best way to find answers is to ask questions and experience a community for yourself.
At The Village at Rockville, you can enjoy the freedom of independent living, meaningful connections and opportunities to explore what matters most to you, all with the added confidence of having support available as your needs change.
Ready to learn more? Schedule a visit and discover whether life at The Village at Rockville is the right next chapter for you.
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