Decisions on Retirement Living

There is no place like home and for all of us seniors we will have to make decisions, as we grow older, on housing options we will need. These options typically fall into three catagories; 1) independent meals, activities, house-keeping and maintenance for more active seniors 2) assisted living providing housing and seniors needing assistance with personal care or medication taking 3) housing providing  nursing care services to those who require long term health care. Examples of these retirement options are; Independent Living Retirement Commuities, Assisted Living Facilities and Nursing Homes. Bellingham Washington provides all of these retirement options for seniors with a highly regarded hospital with a highly ranked cardiovascular staff. I am a  senior of 73 years and understand the magnitude of the decisions that seniors must make as we grow older to try and maintain our lifestyle. Immediate family plays a major role in helping us make the right decisions as we struggle with choices about moving out of your home, relocating and loss of independence. Please don't hesitate to provide a comment on your experience with the decision making on retirement options and your priorities.