Frequently Asked Questions
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1. What is Independent Living?
2. What is Assisted Services?
3. Does Medicare pay for Assisted Services?
4. Why should I choose Lake Pointe Landing?
5. Do you require an endowment?
6. Do you require a medical review?
7. What are my choices for type of residence?
8. Do you have a Wait List Program?
9. Are residences furnished?
10. Is there a minimum age for residence?
11. Do you allow pets?
12. Are any of my expenses tax deductible?
13. Is Veteran's Assistance available?
14. Are there facilities for my guests, including overnight?
15. Who owns Lake Pointe Landing?
16. Is transportation available?
17. What additional medical services are available nearby?
1. What is independent living?
Independent living is a term used in many states to define a housing option for seniors. Most commonly referred to as retirement communities, seniors reside in rental apartments, rental duplexes or rental (and owned) homes. Typically, independent living communities offer one meal per day along with maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services. Most independent residents require little assistance but choose independent living for peace of mind as staff is available to assist with emergencies 24-hours per day. Many independent living communities also make routine personal care assistance accessible through home health agencies.
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2. What are Assisted Services?
Assisted Services is both a housing and health care option for seniors. Generally, most Assisted Services residents need assistance with two or more activities of daily living (ADLs) such as assistance with bathing, hygiene, dressing and medications. Popular benefits for seniors in need of Assisted Services include increased socialization with peers, enhanced nutritional status, and greater compliance with medications.
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3. Does Medicare pay for Assisted Services?
No, Medicare does not pay for Assisted Services. However, Long Term Care insurance policies are becoming more popular and include Assisted Services options.
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4. Why should I choose Lake Pointe Landing?
Lake Pointe Landing not only meets your needs, we exceed the service you expect.
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5. Do you require an endowment?
No. Lake Pointe Landing apartments are leased on a monthly basis.
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6. Do you require a medical review?
Yes, we do ask that you provide the results of a physical examination prior to moving in to Lake Pointe Landing.
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7. What are my choices for type of residence?
We have options to suit any level of independence you desire.
Rental:
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One Bedroom
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Two Bedroom
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Two Bedroom Patio Homes
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Three Bedroom
Owned:
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Villa Homes
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We have Assisted Services residences available in Studio, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom floor plans.
8. Do you have a Wait List Program?
Our future residency program is designed to give you the option of choosing the many rental and ownership options available at Lake Pointe Landing. You may also enjoy receiving our monthly newsletter before you move in to our beautiful community.
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9. Are residences furnished?
All residences are unfurnished, allowing you to bring whatever furniture and accessories you like to decorate your new home.
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10. Is there a minimum age for residence?
Yes, our minimum age for residence is 55.
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11. Do you allow pets?
Yes. A non-refundable pet deposit is required. Please contact us for specific details regarding type of pets allowed.
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12. Are any of my expenses tax deductible?
As a resident of a retirement community some, or all of your personal care expenses or assisted living expenses may be tax deductible as medical expenses if you and/or your family meet certain criteria. For more information, refer to IRS publication 502. This publication can be accessed at www.irs.gov or by calling 1-800-829-3676.
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13. Is Veteran's Assistance available?
Veteran's Assistance may be available for veterans that reside in assisted living and/or their surviving spouses. To qualify, a resident must have been honorably discharged, or served 90 days on active-duty with at least one of those days served during wartime. For more information, call the Veterans Hotline toll free number 1-800-827-1000.
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14. Are there facilities for my guests, including overnight?
Yes. Lake Pointe Landing offers your guests overnight accommodations in one of our guest suites.
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15. Who owns Lake Pointe Landing?
Lake Pointe Landing is privately owned and managed by Century Park Associates. Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Century Park manages 45 communities in 20 states.
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16. Is transportation available?
Yes, scheduled transportation is available for medical appointments as well as shopping trips. Additional transportation may be purchased for a nominal fee.
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17. What additional medical services are available nearby?
Pardee Hospital and Park Ridge Hospital are just minutes away from our community.
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