Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Continuing care retirement communities, or CCRCs, offer a full range of housing choices and services in one complex, from apartments to assisted living units to nursing-home care. Continuing care retirement community costs can be high, usually requiring a sizable entrance fee or purchase of unit, plus monthly rents of $1,800 and up. Many CCRCs require people to sign up while still healthy. CCRCs are best for those who want to be able to stay in one place, can afford it, and are able to plan far ahead.

Learn more: A Beginner's Guide to CCRCs, Planning Your Parent's Move