At Oak Crest, Predictable Costs Provide Freedom, Value, and Peace of Mind

If you're watching your budget this summer due to rising costs of utilities, food, and home maintenance, you're not alone. For many retirees, economic uncertainty means tightening the purse strings and cutting anything out of the budget that's not a necessity.

At Oak Crest, an Erickson Senior Living community in Parkville, Md., predictable monthly expenses give residents peace of mind, allowing them to focus on enjoying life rather than worrying about unexpected costs.

Lauryn Hutt is just one Oak Crest resident who benefits from this predictability. "I love that I don't have to worry about how much my water and electric bill is since everything is included in one monthly bill," she says.

Now, Lauryn and her neighbors can manage their budgets with confidence and make the most of their retirement!

Worry-free living

Lauryn previously lived in a townhouse down the street from Oak Crest. After retirement, she grew tired of repairs and upkeep.

"There always seemed to be something that needed attention in the house. I replaced all the windows and siding, painted the interior, and changed the carpets. I even had to deal with a squirrel in my attic once," recalls Lauryn. "It all became more than I wanted to deal with."

So, when she learned about Oak Crest's maintenance-free residences, she knew it was the community for her.

The monthly service package bundles the costs of utilities, including heating, air conditioning, and water; maintenance, including appliance repair and replacement; a meal plan at eight unique on-campus restaurants; trash and recycling collection at your door; and access to amenities into one predictable bill.

In fact, the package supports the more than 90% of seniors who say they want predictable monthly expenses to cover most of their daily activities, meals, and housing--according to a recent survey commissioned by Erickson Senior Living via Edge Research.

"I don't have to worry about anything. If a [recessed] light bulb goes out in my apartment, I just call and maintenance comes to replace it. It's wonderful," says Lauryn. "And it's such a luxury that my garbage is picked up right at my front door!"

Great value

With a range of stylish floor plans to fit every taste and budget, restaurants serving made-to-order meals, and top-notch amenities, choosing a home in a vibrant Erickson Senior Living community like Oak Crest is money well spent.

Residents have access to amenities like a professionally staffed fitness center, all-season pool and spa, on-site medical center, libraries, creative arts studios, hair salons, two bank branches, hobby shop, and a pickleball court.

"Before I moved to Oak Crest, I paid for a local gym membership; here, the fitness center is included," says Lauryn. "I never cook, and the portions at the restaurants are so generous that I usually have leftovers for the next day."

Lisa Wyborski, Oak Crest's finance director, notes that the monthly service package not only simplifies personal finances but encourages residents to live life to the fullest.

"We want our residents to explore everything our campus has to offer and build new friendships, rather than worrying about what might break next," she explains. "Our residents thrive by saving both time and money, thanks to the many resources at their fingertips."

Wyborski adds that Oak Crest's strong financial position allows the community to find ways to reinvest in the amenities and services that residents enjoy. This forward-thinking approach not only enhances residents' quality of life but also ensures the vitality of the entire community well into the future.

Lauryn and her neighbors also appreciate the 90% refundable entrance fee*--the heart of the community's pricing structure. The entrance fee, collected as part of the residency process, will go back to you or your beneficiaries, when you leave the community.

Knowing her future is safe and secure, Lauryn finds that she spends more time focusing on all the ways she can enjoy her retirement.

"I use the fitness center and work with a personal trainer once a week. I joined the garden club. I also take classes through the Community College of Baltimore County and Oak Crest's Resident University. There is so much to do here; I'm never bored," says Lauryn. "When I consider all the things I get for my money, Oak Crest is a good value!"

To learn more about the many financial benefits of moving to Oak Crest, request more information today.

*Carefully read the Residence and Care Agreement for the conditions that must be satisfied before the Provider is required to pay the Entrance Fee Refund.

By Danielle Rexrode