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Frequently Asked Questions...

Making a move to a new community is an important decision. At Splendido, we focus on providing the information you need to make the right choice. Our representatives are available to answer questions, with the following topics among those they hear about most often:

What is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)?

For more than 40 years, CCRCs have been one of the top lifestyle choices among adults across the nation. CCRCs offer exceptional value and protection against the high costs of long-term care. At a CCRC, a resident member’s active, independent lifestyle is enhanced by having access to a wide variety of resort-style services and amenities. What really sets CCRCs apart from other retirement options is their contractual commitment to provide a full continuum of care on-site. CCRCs may offer up to four levels of living accommodations: independent living; assisted living; memory support; and skilled nursing care, with the cost of such care either partially or fully covered by the entrance and monthly fees.

Why does Splendido charge an Entrance Fee? What does it cover?

In order to cover the costs of developing and constructing Splendido with state-of-the-art amenities and on-site health care, an Entrance Fee is charged, which covers the cost of your residence at the community, no matter how long you reside at Splendido. The payment of your entrance fee also ensures eligibility for the benefits of the continuing care program. The Entrance Fee at Splendido is 90% refundable, providing valuable estate protection for you and your family.

Why does Splendido charge a monthly fee? What does it cover?

Your monthly fee covers the cost of all services and ongoing expenses of the community, as well as the cost of maintaining the community and its furnishings. In addition, resident members receive a 90-Day Plan health care benefit and have the opportunity to apply for a Life Care Plan for an additional charge.

How does Splendido differ from rental communities?

Most rental communities do not offer the CCRC contractual commitment to provide a continuum of care that includes independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing care, if ever needed, with an inclusive health care financial benefit. At many rental communities in the area, residents who need such care must make their own arrangements - and then often must move to receive it and receive no discount on the cost of the care. In addition to priority access to the care continuum, major benefits of a CCRC include a strong sense of community, the peace of mind of knowing you have planned for the future; spacious residences; a comprehensive services and amenities package; a built-in social network; and a maintenance-free lifestyle.

How is living at Splendido different from living at an age-restricted ownership community?

Splendido resident members have priority access to the on-site continuum of care, so you can enjoy a beautiful, spacious a Terrace Home or Villa, and maintain your active, worry-free lifestyle - free from concerns about a future move to accommodate health care needs, if they arise. This access to quality health care on-site protects you, your spouse, and your family against the high cost of tomorrow's health care expenses. Additionally, the "bundling" of services and amenities in an all-inclusive monthly fee, including interior and exterior maintenance; housekeeping; transportation; and recreational, social, and dining services, is a feature unique to CCRCs like Splendido.

I am still active and independent. Why should I consider Splendido now?

Splendido offers a vibrant and rewarding lifestyle for those who are 55 and older. The wide spectrum of services and amenities allows you to enjoy what is important to you and have the freedom to explore all your interests. Plus, you'll have peace of mind, knowing you have a plan in place for future health care needs.

If family or friends come to visit, can they be accommodated?

Absolutely. Guests are always welcome at Splendido, and the many beautiful common areas make for easy entertaining. For an additional fee, guest suites may be reserved.

   
 

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