The idea of staying in the comfort of our own home as we age often holds a certain appeal. However, what many fail to consider are the hidden costs and challenges that come with aging in place.

Moving to a retirement community is a financial decision that some people truly agonize about. While there are many life decisions we make that are also major financial commitments – like deciding to have children or moving to different parts of the globe – people don’t seem to worry about them quite as much as they do the decision to move to a CCRC.