Independent and Assisted Living Questions
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1. What is Assisted Living?
2. Do you require an endowment or buy-in?
3 . Do you require a medical review?
4. Does Medicare pay for Assisted Living?
5. Is Veteran's Assistance available?
6. Are any of my expenses tax deductible?
7. What are my choices for type of residence?
8. Are residences furnished?
9. Is transportation available?
10. Are there accommodations for my guests, including overnight?
11. Is there a minimum age for residence?
12. Do you allow pets?
13. Do you have a Wait List Program?
14. Who owns The Bridge at Paradise Valley?
15. What additional medical services are available nearby?
1. What is Assisted Living?
Assisted Living is both a housing and health care option for seniors. Generally, most Assisted Living residents need help with two or more daily living activities such as bathing, dressing or medications. Assisted Living lets seniors continue being active and seeing their friends, ensures that they are eating a healthy diet, and reminds them to take their medications.
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2. Do you require an endowment or buy-in?
No. The Bridge at Paradise Valley apartments are leased on a month-to-month basis.
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3. Do you require a medical review?
Yes, we do ask that you provide the results of a physical examination prior to moving in to The Bridge at Paradise Valley.
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4. Does Medicare pay for Assisted Living?
No, Medicare does not pay for Assisted Living. However, Long Term Care insurance policies are becoming more popular and may include Assisted Living options.
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5. Is Veteran’s Assistance available?
Veteran’s Assistance may be available for veterans and their spouses living in an Assisted Living community. To qualify, a resident must have been honorably discharged, or served 90 days on active-duty with at least one of those days served during wartime. For more information, call the Veterans Hotline toll free number 1-800-827-1000.
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6. Are any of my expenses tax deductible?
As a resident of a retirement community some or all of your personal care expenses or Assisted Living expenses may be tax deductible as medical expenses if you and/or your family meet certain criteria. For more information, refer to IRS publication 502. This publication can be accessed at www.irs.gov or by calling 1-800-829-3676.
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7. What are my choices for type of residence?
We have options to suit any level of independence you desire:
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Studio
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Studio Deluxe
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One Bedroom
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One Bedroom Deluxe
8. Are residences furnished?
All residences are unfurnished, allowing you to decorate your new home with your favorite furniture and accessories.
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9. Is transportation available?
Yes, scheduled transportation is available for medical appointments as well as shopping trips. Additional transportation may be purchased for a nominal fee.
10. Are there facilities for my guests, including overnight?
The Bridge at Paradise Valley does provide guest room services for a small fee.
11. Is there a minimum age for residence?
Yes, our minimum age for residence is 55.
12. Do you allow pets?
Yes, based on the approval of the General Manager. We require a non-refundable pet deposit.
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13. Do you have a Wait List Program?
Yes. With our Wait List Program you can select the type of residence you desire.
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14. Who owns The Bridge at Paradise Valley?
The Bridge at Paradise Valley is privately owned and managed by Century Park Associates. Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Century Park operates 45 senior living communities throughout the country.
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15. What additional medical services are available nearby?
The Bridge at Paradise Valley is located within a professional campus that encompasses complete, modern and comprehensive healthcare systems. There are full service doctors and dentists, rehab clinics and hospitals.
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