For Boomers and Seniors.....
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Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
Courtney Silverman

 

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Over 55 Neighborhoods

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A Welcome Tax Break for Homeowners
As early as age 55, you may be eligible for a special deal on your property taxes. Here's a state-by-state directory on where to find more information. 

In some states, you'll need a relatively low income to qualify, but in others your income doesn't matter. All 50 states offer some type of property tax relief program, such as freezes that will lock in the assessed value of your property once you reach a particular age.

In addition, counties and municipalities often have their own property tax relief plans. For details, check with this web site listed here. They can also refer you to any local sources.
Visit http://www.myflorida.com/dor/property
or
call 800-352-3671
.


 Types of Senior Housing

Active Adult Community - typically offers spacious condos or townhomes, often includes a clubhouse facility with planned activities for residents.  Monthly fees usually include grounds maintenance.

Continuing Care Retirement Community - full service community that offers various levels of care from retirement community to assisted living and nursing care facilities.

Retirement Community - independent living facility that offers services such as meals, transportation, and activities (usually for a fee).

Assisted Living - facility that offers assistance with daily chores such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication.

Nursing Home- facility that is licensed to provide full nursing services.

Home Care - companies that provide licensed health care services in the senior's home.

   


Helpful Links for Seniors


Administration on Aging- Information for seniors and their families on different services available from the government.  http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov

Alliance For Retired Americans - 1-202-974-8222. 
www.retiredamericans.org/

Assisted Living Federation of America - 1-202-974-8222 - the largest national association exclusively dedicated to professionally-operated assisted living communities . 

Broward Meals On Wheels - 954-731-8770. 

Eldercare Locator - 1-800-677-1116

Elder Helpline - 1-561-930-5040

Social Security / Medicare Office - 1-800-772-1213. 
U.S. government site for medicare information.
http://www.medicare.gov


50 Plus Expeditions-
Adventure travel for active seniors! 
http://www.50plusexpeditions.com

50 Plus Fun- Online community for seniors.  www.50plusfun.com

Medicare- Retirement with a Purpose- Hobbies and other articles.  http://www.retirementwithapurpose.com

Senior Discounts- A variety of discounts for seniors. 
http://www.seniordiscounts.com