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A Quick Check-In

Health and Support Network (Friends, Family and Neighbors)

Can Support Me?
Can Support Me?
Can Support Me?

My main concerns are:

Select all that apply
When you think about making a housing transition, how do you feel? (Check all that apply.)
Are you stuck on the fence for any of these reasons?:

STEP 1 of 5: VISION Exercise: The Postcard from the future

Click on all of the things you want MORE of in your life
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Click on all of the things you want LESS of in your life
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STEP 2 of 5: REALITY Exercise: Understanding Your Homeownership

Evaluating Your Financial Position:

I know exactly what my monthly income and expenses are:
I am cash flow positive every month (maintenance & emergencies):
I have an investment portfolio to support my long-term needs:
I have liquid funds to pay for in-home care services ($6K-$20K/Mo.):
I have a formal written financial plan that spells out my future:

Evaluating Your Physical (Health and Social) Position:

My health is good and will stay relatively the same for the next 5-10 years:
I stay physically and mentally active on a regular basis:
I have a strong social life and engage in meaningful activities:
I still enjoy cooking, driving, and doing things on my own:
I can relocate to any area without ties to my doctor(s):

Evaluating Your Personal (Support Network) Position:

I live with someone or have a consistent companion:
My close family or adult children live nearby:
Local friends, family, or neighbors are willing to care for me:
I feel emotionally supported and socially connected:
I can relocate without ties to my friends, groups, hobbies

Evaluating Your Trust & Taxes Position:

I have a current living trust and estate plan in place:
I have reviewed my trust in the past 5 years:
I know how the title is held to my home
I know what to do when/if a co-owner passes away:
I have a list of home upgrades and the costs for tax purposes:

Evaluating Your Real Estate (Functionally) Position:

My home is in excellent condition and doesn’t need major repairs:
I love my home’s layout and how it fits my lifestyle today:
I can afford to maintain my home without stress:
My home has been upgraded for safety
My home has a downstairs bedroom and full bath:

STEP 3 of 5: OPTIONS: Exploring Your Available Paths

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Ownership Type:
Month to Month or Entrance Fee
Filter by Available Unit Type
Which Type of Senior Living Communities Interest you? Select all that apply:
Preferred Building Type(s):
External Neighborhood:
Secured Parking?
Swimming Pool?
Filter by Pet Policy

Prioritize Your Community Criteria

💭 If you can only choose one, what would it be:

Comparison 1 of 21

⚖️ Just a quick tie-breaker to help us understand your priorities better.

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Community Name
City
County
COMMUNITY ADDRESS
Care Levels
Pricing Link
Floorplan Link
Amenities link
The Oaks at Inglewood
Stockton
San Joaquin
6725 Inglewood Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
Assisted Living
https://www.pegasusseniorliving.com/the-oaks-at-inglewood/apartments/
https://www.pegasusseniorliving.com/the-oaks-at-inglewood/assisted-living/
Rio Las Palmas
Stockton
San Joaquin
877 E March Ln, Stockton, CA 95207
Independent Living,Assisted Living
https://riolaspalmasretirement.com/floor-plans
https://riolaspalmasretirement.com/our-community/services-amenities
Crescent Oaks - Memory Care
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
147 Crescent Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Memory Care On-Campus
https://crescentoaksmc.com/floor-plans
https://crescentoaksmc.com/services-and-amenities
Atria Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
175 E Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Assisted Living,Independent Living,Memory Care On-Campus
https://www.atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-sunnyvale-sunnyvale-ca/apartments
https://www.atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-sunnyvale-sunnyvale-ca/amenities-and-services
Sunnyside Gardens
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
1025 Carson Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Assisted Living,Memory Care On-Campus
https://www.ssgal.com/
https://www.ssgal.com/
Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
1039 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 9408
Assisted Living,Memory Care On-Campus
https://www.belmontvillage.com/locations/sunnyvale-california/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=gmb-website
https://www.belmontvillage.com/locations/sunnyvale-california/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=gmb-website
Acacia Creek Retirement Community
Union City
Alameda
3571 Whipple Rd, Union City, CA 94587
Assisted Living,CCRC (all levels on campus),Independent Living,Memory Care On-Campus,Skilled Nursing On-Campus
https://acaciacreek.org/residences/
https://acaciacreek.org/lifestyle/amenities/
Pacifica Senior Living Union City
Union City
Alameda
31105 Dyer St, Union City, CA 94587
Assisted Living,Memory Care On-Campus,Independent Living
https://alvaradoseniorliving.com/living-options/independent-living/
https://alvaradoseniorliving.com/services-and-amenities/
Atria Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa
1400 Montego, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Assisted Living,Independent Living,Memory Care On-Campus
https://www.atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-walnut-creek-walnut-creek-ca/apartments
https://www.atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-walnut-creek-walnut-creek-ca/apartments
https://www.atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-walnut-creek-walnut-creek-ca/amenities-and-services
The Kensington Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa
1580 Geary Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Memory Care On-Campus
https://www.kiscoseniorliving.com/lifestyle/kensington/floor-plans/?_gl=1*1j11mhg*_gcl_au*Njk1NTE3Nzc1LjE3NjIyODA4NDc.
https://www.kiscoseniorliving.com/lifestyle/kensington/amenities/
Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa
2175 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Assisted Living,Memory Care On-Campus,Independent Living
https://ivyliving.com/walnutcreek/gallery/#ivy-floorplans
https://ivyliving.com/walnutcreek/services/#ivypark-amenities
Sequoia Living Viamonte at Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa
2801 Shadelands Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Assisted Living,CCRC (all levels on campus),Independent Living,Memory Care On-Campus,Skilled Nursing On-Campus
https://sequoialiving.org/walnut-creek/floor-plans/
https://sequoialiving.org/walnut-creek/services/
Byron Park
Walnut Creek
Contra Costa
1700 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Assisted Living,Independent Living
https://www.kiscoseniorliving.com/lifestyle/byron-park/floor-plans/
https://www.kiscoseniorliving.com/lifestyle/byron-park/amenities/
Valley Heights Senior Living
Watsonville
Santa Cruz
1510 Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
55 + Independent Living
https://www.valleyheights.com/community/

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STEP 4: CONFIDENCE Building Clarity Through Your Options and Finances

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Your Financial Roadmap

Assets (combined)

(i) Assets you own outside of your primary home and retirement savings, such as additional real estate, business interests, or life insurance cash value, that could be used in the future if needed.

Recurring Income (combined)

(i) Regular income you receive from a former employer or government retirement system. This may include pensions such as MERS, STRS, SERS, or other public or private employer pension plans. Chose above.

Healthcare (combined)

(Example: routine co-payments, prescriptions, and uncovered services.)

Lifestyle (combined)

(Example: vacations, holiday gifts, charitable giving, dining out, hobbies, entertainment.)

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