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Finance & Planning

How to Create a Legacy of Philanthropy this Holiday Season

Often, the communities of Presbyterian Senior Living are blessed to receive gifts from individuals that have made a provision in their estate plans to support our mission. Ordinary people show extraordinary generosity by leaving legacy gifts that will make a difference in the lives of future residents and patients that we will serve. The stories of these individuals show that kindness is evident in people from all walks of life – with different income levels, professions, and passions.

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Finance & Planning

Discover the Upside to Downsizing

For many people, the idea of downsizing seems daunting because of all the physical “stuff” they’ve collected over the years. Often, seniors continue to live in the family home where they’ve been for decades, and the sheer mass of items to sort through is enough to make anyone want to crawl back into bed and put the whole thing off until another day.

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Finance & Planning  |  Health & Aging

Is a Continuing Care Retirement Community Right for You?

"Should I stay in my home or should I move?" This is a common question many older adults face. Fortunately, there are many options for retirement living. But remember, planning is key. After all, where and how you choose to live is not a decision to take lightly.

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Finance & Planning

Revealed! 5 Secrets to Becoming an Effective Charitable Giver

Giving back locally is a great way to show appreciation for the life-enhancing work area organizations are doing for the improvement of community life. By doing so, you're not only declaring you are proud to be a member of the community in which you live; but in fact, you're living out honorable traits that sharpen effective habits. It's what financial stewardship is all about.

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Finance & Planning

Save on Your Energy Bill with These Energy Saving Tips [Infographic]

Concerned about your energy bill? Looking for clever ways to reduce your home energy cost? You're not alone. As the country continues to grow, so does the demand for energy. To combat this issue, the U.S. economy has transitioned to become more energy-productive, looking for new and innovative ways to decrease its energy consumption.

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Finance & Planning

Financial Stewardship: What Are You Doing to Answer the Call?

Giving back to your local community can be very rewarding. From volunteering your time at a senior center to helping out with community food drives, the possibilities are endless. The recent release of Giving USA 2014 reports a total of $335.17 billion in charitable giving by American individuals, foundations, estates, and corporations. Of the reported $335.17 billion, 72% of those dollars were from individual givers—those dedicated to making a difference through financial stewardship.

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