Helping Parents Plan for Independence and Care
It’s hard to think about health care when your parents are still vital and energetic — so how can you best help them plan for the future while maintaining their independence?
Independent Living, Transformed
Choosing a Life Plan Community like RiverWoods Manchester will give your loved ones the opportunity to live a carefree, active life. RiverWoods Manchester is a not-for-profit retirement community that welcomes independent adults 62 years or better. If healthcare needs arise, personalized, award-winning care is available within the same community — Assisted Living, Nursing Care, and Memory Support — at a cost well below the market rate.
Without the burden of home maintenance, housekeeping, or even cooking dinner every night, your parents will have time to enjoy a vast array of programs, classes, and activities. We take care of the details and your loved ones enjoy complete independence, in a community with others who share the same interests.
An Active Community of Friends
Compared to those living on their own, RiverWoods Manchester residents lead more active lives, meet more friends, and have more free time to do what they enjoy. With complimentary local transportation and a wide array of activities on campus to choose from, no matter what the season or the weather, your loved ones will have more freedom at RiverWoods Manchester than living on their own.
32%
of people age 85 or older have Alzheimer’s at an estimated cost of $350,000.
33%
Average income lost by caregivers each year of caregiving.
Levels of Care
RiverWoods Manchester offers four levels of care to meet your loved one’s needs. They can join us as an independent resident, and if their needs change in the future, they are able to receive Assisted Living, Memory Support, or Nursing Care within the same community, cared for by staff you know and trust.
42%
of Adult Children helped as a caregiver.
25%
of caregivers who are “sandwich generation” caregivers, providing care to children as well as older adults.
With the uncertainty of rising health care costs, RiverWoods Manchester offers invaluable peace of mind.
Help Your Parents Plan FAQs
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What Health Care Services do you offer?
RiverWoods Manchester residents receive 30 free days a year of short-term care in our Health Center. When a RiverWoods Manchester resident is recovering from an illness or surgery, personalized Assisted Living care is provided by caring staff members in a familiar environment.
Assisted Living, Nursing Care, and Memory Support are available to residents of RiverWoods Manchester at a price well below the market rate. There is no need for a second move or transition when your or you or your parents’ health care needs have changed.
If long-term assistance with the activities of daily living is required, residents who transition to Assisted Living pay a significantly reduced rate for the additional services, well below what would be considered the standard market rate.
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What happens if I need a higher level of care?
By choosing RiverWoods Manchester, you are ensuring a complete continuum of care plan as your health needs change. With our non-profit advantage, and at rates far below market value, our residents are able to transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living to Nursing or Memory Care, whenever it is needed and for as long as necessary. Providing all levels of care within one community prevents a disruptive change or a second move when your health care needs have changed.
Each person is unique, and with our high staff-to-resident ratio, we provide our health center residents with a highly-individualized, personal care plan. Each resident enjoys a private room and bathroom, in a comforting, home-like environment. Going beyond the activities of daily living to provide more intensive and individual care, our award-winning, caring staff treats each resident with respect and dignity.
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What is the refund policy for the entry fee?
With our 70% refundable contract, if a resident terminates the Agreement or leaves the community, the resident or estate will be entitled to a refund of 70% of the entry fee paid. Our innovative “flex” contract means you can save the refund as asset preservation, or use the refund to offset the increase in monthly service fees for the health care center. The second-person fee is nonrefundable.
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How do I know if I can afford RiverWoods Manchester?
RiverWoods Manchester has a confidential financial data application that must be completed prior to admission. This will help determine if you have adequate assets/income for your actuarial determined life expectancy.
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What is a CCRC and what are the benefits?
A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is an insurance product that provides housing and health care for its residents through a full continuum of care, all on the same campus.
There are 1900 CCRCs across the country, and the concept has been around for 100 years.
Residents enter when they are independent and 62 years or older.
One of the greatest benefits of a CCRC is easy access to health care. As health needs change and higher levels of care are required, a CCRC offers Assisted Living, Nursing Care, and Memory Care, right on the same campus.