Episode 19 Featuring Franke Tobey Jones, a Continuing Care Retirement Community

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In this exciting episode of Living Care Radio, host Darol Tuttle, lays out resources to help listeners find information, resources and advice regarding VA benefits, Medicaid and COPEs and even housing options for Seniors who need help. One resource is the website for the show, www.livingcareradio.com, in which all of Darol's articles are posted as well as prior episodes. Another great resource is Darol's personal website, found at www.daroltuttle.com. Darol Tuttle is a Tacoma, WA elder law attorney with offices in Kirkland, wa. In the first segment, Darol laid out that the cost of long term care in Washington state is high and rising. The average cost of a private room in a nursing home in Washington state is $102,200 per year. Traditional planning does not work to help seniors pay that cost. Listen to the episode as Darol explains why most planning does not work and how to avoid making planning mistakes that jeopardize your estate. For the remainder of the show, Living Care Radio hosted Franke Tobey Jones, a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Tacoma, Washington. Franke Tobey Jones was on the show live with Alex Newman, Senior University Director, Michelle Matz, Senior Director of Residential Accommodations and Christine Hall, Senior Director or Marketing and Public Relations. Listeners learned that a "Continuing Care Retirement Community" differs from most communities because it includes far more options all the way from Independent Living to Skilled Nursing and even hospice. As such, the resident may in most case stay at Franke Tobey Jones without worrying that he or she will be required to leave their homes if their health changes. As a Continuing Care Retirement Community, Franke Tobey Jones offers multiple Independent residences for active retirees, with the peace of mind of lovely Assisted Living, 24-hour Health Care and Memory Care facilities steps away. Life Style Options Independent Living Duplexes – Enjoy a modern home in a comfortable neighborhood with all the conveniences and security of a community. Duplex residents enjoy all the benefits of the Franke Tobey Jones campus while living in a more private, residential setting. Garden Apartments – This is condo style living. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments —all maintenance-free, inside and out. The custom building includes elegant parlors, soaring ceilings, a grand staircase, elevator, library, sunroom, lounge with wet bar and big-screen TV and piano—all designed to be extensions of your home for entertaining or personal leisure. A Concierge will answer your questions and make sure your needs are met. Tobey Jones Building – Independent Living with Services. The Tobey Jones building offers apartment living in a comfortable, secure and convenient atmosphere. We have described residence in the Tobey Jones building as “independent living with services,” because residents receive three meals daily in a lovely dining room with waited service and weekly housekeeping. Assisted Living Lillian Pratt Building – Residents retire in style and comfort in the Lillian Pratt building. The gracious setting is matched by impeccable care and services. Lovely, private studios and one-bedroom apartments are available, each with one bathroom and an emergency call system. Skilled Nursing Health Care Center – This family-like center boasts a unique and friendly atmosphere and provides our residents and their families with a multitude of amenities and the peace of mind of the most qualified clinical staff around. Both private and semi-private rooms, each with 1 bathroom, are available in our “private pay” Washington State Licensed skilled nursing area. Memory Care – Our Place Our Place is a specially designed, newly-built, home-like residence for seniors with early stage Alzheimer’s and dementia. Under the direction of a Licensed Nurse, Certified Nursing Aides and Activity Coordinators, the Our Place day is structured to maximize the quality of life for residents.