September 2008 - The Parklander Magazine

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SENIOR CONCERNS My House or Yours By Carol Rakoff, R.N. I figure that by the time I’m 104, I’ll be ready to move into an independent living facility.That is, if my kids haven’t committed me sooner. It’s funny, but it’s so easy for me, as a healthcare provider, to recommend this type of living arrangement to my patients, but I personally feel that I will be resistant to ever giving up my home and my independence. I have a 72-year-old gentleman patient who just lost his wife and now lives alone. He is not physically fit and appears to be much older. When I last visited his home, he answered the door with a plate of nine cookies on it. He said he had made pasta for dinner, but I really doubted it. He can no longer drive due to poor vision, and is resistant to getting help. I strongly recommended to him that he investigate an independent living facility that also has assisted living beds. I told him it would be like renting an apartment in an adult hotel. He would have a dining room to go to for meals (no more cookie dinners), and I told him I knew of a place where the dining room is open all day long and he could get a meal at any time! He could bring some of his furniture, pictures, mementos, and anything else that would fit into the rooms and not be a safety hazard. There are planned activities, day trips, and social opportunities. No one should have to sit in their home and be alone all day. I also have a friend who is an active, energetic woman, still volunteering in the community and contributing her knowledge. She lives in an independent/assisted living facility with her husband and is very content with the arrangement. I see her out around town at meetings all the time. She travels to see her grandchildren and attends family functions. She is truly “renting an apartment” in a facility with services. I always tell my patients or friends to choose a facility that it is closest to a family member, friend or family doctor. Of course that makes it easier for one of them (not the doctor), to visit when you are under the weather. If that is not a necessity for you, then you have many options. First impressions count. Is the facility aesthetically appealing to you I remember when I lived in New York City; we judged an apartment building by its snob appeal, i.e., the furnishings in the lobby. That can be a very important element for some people. But you do need to feel good every time you go home. Other important things to consider: do you know anyone there; does it pass the “sniff test”; have you heard anything (positive or negative), from friends, physicians, and neighbors Go back a few times and at different times of the day. Sit in the lobby and observe “the action”. Is the staff friendly Do they smile and say hello when passing you Also, try to speak to as many residents and visitors as possible. Maybe ask to sample a meal. Try more than one to be safe. Take your time and look around at different communities. Discuss all the possible living conditions available in your community. Don’t be so fast to run back up north. Remember—you’ll still have to deal with the ice, snow, and freezing cold. Besides, we’re just coming into hurricane season and you certainly don’t want to miss all the fun. 130 SEPTEMBER 2008
Some people think just any real estate company will do... Others expect more. SINCE 1906 COUNTRY ACRES THE ISLES - CORAL SPRINGS BELLA FLOR - PGCC Almost new, 2-story Parkland estate home built in 2007 on 1.9 acres with 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths plus theater, office, loft & huge circular driveway with expanded 3-car garage. Gourmet kitchen with custom wood cabinets, granite counters & Thermadour appliances, including 6-burner gas stove. Fireplaces in master, living & family rooms. 24-inch Saturnia marble floors, wrought-iron stair railing, wet-bar in master, wine cellar, 5-zone Trane a/c system & impact glass. One-of-a-kind designer pool with 6-foot raised rock back, spa & slide. Must see to believe! Reduced to $2,399,000. Steve Kaminer (954) 755-4111 I LOVE THE LANDINGS Totally updated home in exclusive Isles subdivision. Home features a fabulous resort like courtyard, saturnia marble and wood floors, huge and gorgeous cherry wood custom kitchen, private pool, patio, tiki and wet bar, accordion shutters and a private guest house. $619,900 MAPLEWOOD ISLE Andi Wites 954-849-7203 Breathtaking Golf & Water Views! 3 car garage luxury living at it’s best! Tuscan cherry wood cabinets, grapevine molding, SS appliances includes gas stove with steamer. Granite and marble floors, wet bar, Italian chandeliers & built in closets. Upstairs laundry room has cherry wood and granite. Balconies, Brazilian cherry wood hot tub, hurricane shutters and country club amenities. $1,065,000 Salma Dhanji 954.816.0232 PARKLAND GOLF & COUNTRY CALL NOW! CUL DE SAC 5 bed 3 bath pool home with unlimited upgrades: New Roof, New Screen Enclosure, New Kitchen and Baths, Hardware and window treatments as well as Garage Tek Garage. This home also has a wonderful courtyard complete with charming water fountain. The Cul De Sac location and Fully fenced yard add to the appeal of this wonderful home. $669,000 AL HAMBRA - PGCC Call Kate Fontenot (954) 592-9311 Popular guard gate area of only 100 custom homes where tree lined streets enhance the beauty. Neighborhood is surrounded by water for complete privacy. Newest home on the cul de sac street. 5BR/3BA & 3CG. High ceilings, extensive use of tile, knockdown texture walls. Large kitchen with 42” cabinets, granite, SS appliances & breakfast area overlooking lake & pool. Screened pool & spa offers plenty of room for entertaining. $569,000 Call Shellee Gold Peterson (954) 614-0055 FOX RIDGE Beautiful Tuscan 4 Bed 3 Bath Plus Two Half Baths Cul-De-Sac Home On A Large Private Lot. Fully Upgraded Kitchen. Designer Marble Floors, Impact Glass, Crown Moldings, French Doors, Outdoor Fireplace, Gust House & More! Listed At $800,000 Call Blari Damson 954.464.4646 HERON BAY - WATERFORD ESTATES Lakefront serenity goes with this impressive 5BR/3BA Mediterranean. Superlative touches in this distinctive residence include patio, pantry and golf course. Garage. Clubhouse. $799,000. Call Jack Dhanji 954.816.0234 HIDDEN HAMMOCK ESTATES -CORAL SPRINGS Beautifully maintained 5/3 heated pool home. Circular driveway. Tray & Volume ceilings throughout. Custom kitchen w/granite counters, 42" cabinets, and pull-out shelves. Intercom system. Walk in closets. Large private backyard - Pool with waterfall, separate hot tub, Child play set inside screen area. Hurricane shutters. $629,900 Call Jon Klein 954-415-5595 TUSCANY - HERON BAY 6BR, 4.5 BA courtyard home on a huge water lot. Over 3500 sq. ft. Feels like you live on your own island. This home has beautiful travertine marble floors, granite kitchen, upgraded wood cabinets and a beautiful pool w/ raised spa. Fit for lots of entertaining! Guest house offers 2 bedrooms or can be 1 br + office or gym. This is a must see! New A/C and pool pump. Offered at $799,999 Call Beth Laggan 954-494-5143 JUST LISTED PINE RIDGE - CORAL SPRINGS Immaculate home located in guard gated community. Features open floor plan, dble glass door foyer entry, formal living room & dining room plus family room & breakfast area. Kitchen has wood cabinets plus snack bar. Outside features private fenced yard, tropical landscaping & pool area looking over water view. $439,900 Immaculate & Upgraded 4BR home in Tuscany with soaring ceilings, upgraded flooring, SS GE appliances, granite countertops with tile backsplash, pantry, custom fixtures, lighting & window treatments, surround sound, master suite has two walk-in closets, dual sinks & large Roman tub. $425,000 Beautiful 4 BR/2 BA Home w/Fam. Rm & Wood Burning FIREPLACE, Htd Pool,2 CG, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living & Dining Rooms. 4th BR could be Office/Den, NEW A/C WITH Bio-Germicidal Fighter, Central Vac, Newer Barrel Tile roof, New paint inside & out! Fenced Yard, Exterior Lighting, Lush Landscaping. $424,900 Call Carol Quinn 954.444.7712 5810 Coral Ridge Drive • Suite 100 Coral Springs, Fl 33076 954-753-2200 Call Rich Fox 954.648.5703 www.floridamoves.com Featuring over 210,000 Properties For Sale In Florida Call Ginenne Boehm 954.224.9000
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