--- title: Chicago Senior Living | Presbyterian Homes | Presbyterian Homes (5) description: (5) --- - [Geneva Foundation](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation/) - [Golf Classic](http://resources.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation-golf-classic) - [Careers](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/careers/) - [Visit Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) [![Presbyterian Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Presbyterian-Living.png?width=600&height=118&name=Presbyterian-Living.png "Presbyterian Living")](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Our Communities](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/) - [Westminster Place Enjoy active independent living at Westminster Place, one of Chicago’s most highly-regarded retirement communities on the North Shore.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/westminster-place/) - [Lake Forest PlaceExperience luxury retirement living with the peace of mind of expert care at our country-club-like campus in one of Chicago’s premier neighborhoods.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/lake-forest-place/) - [The MooringsLocated in the heart of Chicago’s northwest suburbs, The Moorings offers the full continuum of senior care in a charming, close-knit community setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/the-moorings/) - [Ten Twenty GroveTen Twenty Grove is an ideal rental retirement community for those who enjoy an independent lifestyle in an urban setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/ten-twenty-grove/) - [Why Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/about-us/why-us/) - [Blog](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Living Here](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/senior-living-options/) - [Contact Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) # Presbyterian Homes Blog ## Presbyterian Homes ### Recent Posts ## [The Art of Remaining Curious: Lifelong Learning at Westminster Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 8, 2019 2:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![\[blog\] may week 2 150 x 150](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/%5Bblog%5D%20may%20%20week%202%20150%20x%20150.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) [Lifelong learning, strictly defined](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/lifelong-learning), is the process of gaining knowledge and skills throughout your life. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-art-of-remaining-curious-lifelong-learning-at-westminster-place#comments-listing) Topics: [Westminster Place - Evanston](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) ## [Meet the Residents: Kenji and Yuriko K.](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/meet-the-residents-kenji-and-yuriko-k.-of-the-moorings-of-arlington-heights) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 1, 2019 1:43:21 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![residents-of-moorings-150x150](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/residents-of-moorings-150x150.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/meet-the-residents-kenji-and-yuriko-k.-of-the-moorings-of-arlington-heights) Kenji and Yuriko K. have lived at The Moorings of Arlington Heights, [a retirement community in the suburbs of Chicago](https://presbyterianhomes.org/the-moorings/), since 2014. Their journey to The Moorings, like so many residents, is full of fascinating stories and abundant life experiences they now share with their newfound friends and neighbors. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/meet-the-residents-kenji-and-yuriko-k.-of-the-moorings-of-arlington-heights) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/meet-the-residents-kenji-and-yuriko-k.-of-the-moorings-of-arlington-heights#comments-listing) Topics: [The Moorings](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/the-moorings) ## [What's the Difference?: Age-Related Memory Loss vs. Dementia](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-difference-between-age-related-memory-loss-and-dementia) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 26, 2019 11:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![memory-loss-and-dementia-150x150 (1)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/memory-loss-and-dementia-150x150%20(1).png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-difference-between-age-related-memory-loss-and-dementia) Has your parent ever called you by the wrong name on accident? [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-difference-between-age-related-memory-loss-and-dementia) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-difference-between-age-related-memory-loss-and-dementia#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [How Do Life Plan Communities Work? Fees and Contract Options Explained](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-do-life-plan-communities-work-fees-and-contract-options-explained) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 18, 2019 8:42:57 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![life-plan-fees-contracts-1-1](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/life-plan-fees-contracts-1-1.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-do-life-plan-communities-work-fees-and-contract-options-explained) Entrance fees, monthly fees, refund percentage, Type A contracts—what do they all mean when it comes to Life Plan Communities? Here’s everything you need to know about the financial structure of a Life Plan Community, as well as four main contract types you’re likely to come across. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-do-life-plan-communities-work-fees-and-contract-options-explained) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-do-life-plan-communities-work-fees-and-contract-options-explained#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [How to Help Your Parent Find the Perfect Senior Living Community](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-to-help-your-parent-find-the-perfect-senior-living-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 12, 2019 8:44:51 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Perfect-Senior-Living-Community-1](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/Perfect-Senior-Living-Community-1.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-to-help-your-parent-find-the-perfect-senior-living-community) Whether you’re simply weighing in with some helpful feedback or taking the reins at the request of your parent, these steps will help both you and your parent with the process of finding the perfect senior living community. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-to-help-your-parent-find-the-perfect-senior-living-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-to-help-your-parent-find-the-perfect-senior-living-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [Everything Seniors Need to Know About Independent Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/everything-seniors-need-to-know-about-independent-living) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 10, 2019 11:48:43 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![IndependentLiving-FuturePlanning-2](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/IndependentLiving-FuturePlanning-2.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/everything-seniors-need-to-know-about-independent-living) Are you looking for a senior living option that gives you the freedom to do what you love, without worrying about the hassles of homeownership? Independent living may just be the perfect fit. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/everything-seniors-need-to-know-about-independent-living) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/everything-seniors-need-to-know-about-independent-living#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [What Is a Life Plan Community?](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-is-a-life-plan-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 3, 2019 9:24:16 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![future-planning-life-planning-community-1](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/future-planning-life-planning-community-1.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-is-a-life-plan-community) Life Plan Communities, also known as continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), continue to rise in popularity among older adults who are considering their future living options. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-is-a-life-plan-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-is-a-life-plan-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [It Was Time: My Parent’s Move to a Senior Living Community](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/it-was-time-my-parents-move-to-a-senior-living-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Apr 1, 2019 12:56:34 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![senior-parent-moving](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/senior-parent-moving.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/it-was-time-my-parents-move-to-a-senior-living-community) “If he had been at home, we probably would have lost him.” Laura knew that her father would be safer living at Lake Forest Place, a senior living community in the Chicago area, than at home on his own. That proved true only a month after his move-in, when a low blood sugar incident led to a fall. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/it-was-time-my-parents-move-to-a-senior-living-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/it-was-time-my-parents-move-to-a-senior-living-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place) ## [Retirement Living: Is It Time for My Parents to Move?](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/retirement-living-is-it-time-for-my-parents-to-move) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Mar 27, 2019 11:45:19 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![time-for-retirement-living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/time-for-retirement-living.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/retirement-living-is-it-time-for-my-parents-to-move) Why wait to move to a senior living community? Your parent may have many answers to this question. They’re happy where they are, they don’t want the hassle of the downsizing, they’ll move in a few years when they need to—the list goes on. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/retirement-living-is-it-time-for-my-parents-to-move) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/retirement-living-is-it-time-for-my-parents-to-move#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [Tips to Prepare for Downsizing and Selling Your Home](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tips-to-prepare-for-downsizing-and-selling-your-home) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Mar 7, 2019 8:03:09 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![moving-to-a-senior-living-community-2](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/moving-to-a-senior-living-community-2.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tips-to-prepare-for-downsizing-and-selling-your-home) Are you considering moving to a senior living community? Whether you’re moving in soon or still considering your options, we have compiled some tips that will help you prepare for the future. 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