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Independent Living

An apartment or cottage in a community for older adults, with no medical care included.

What they don't tell you

It's a country club for retirees. You get meals, housekeeping, transportation, and neighbors. You don't get caregivers. The day you need help with bathing is the day you leave or pay extra for it. Most independent living communities allow you to bring in outside home health, but check the fine print.

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