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1.
A serious drawback to the "active adult developments" concept is that visitation by residents' grandchildren is discouraged.
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False. Children are most welcome to visit, but may not reside there.
2.
"55+ retirement communities" _______.
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Are social places that encourage interaction among residents. This is the central focus of these communities; they are not oriented toward young families.
3.
Which of the following is true of "continuing care retirement communities" (CCRCs)?
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All of the above. For all these reasons, CCRCs seem to provide the best of all options for many folks who can afford them.
4.
Many 55+ communities (also called "active adult developments") are free of the high tax burden that is necessary to fund the schools necessary in younger-family communities.
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True. This is a big advantage of these communities.
5.
Two crucial factors that most people consider in choosing a retirement location are _______.
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The climate they prefer and proximity to their family and friends. These factors are not universal, but are most common, and often are mutually exclusive.