|
|
|
|
- Who is eligible, and what are the criteria for admission to retirement living?
- Will the monthly service fee or rental fee be increased?
- How can I determine if I am able to afford to move into a villa or apartment?
- Do I have to turn over my assets upon entrance to the Masonic Village?
- If my funds deplete, will I be asked to leave the Masonic Village at Dallas?
- If my spouse requires long-term care, what impact does this have on my status to remain in my apartment or villa?
- Do I receive priority access to health care services at other Masonic Village locations, both on a short-term and long-term basis?
- May I bring my pet?
- May I bring more than one automobile?
1. Who is eligible, and what are the criteria for admission to retirement living?
Applicants to retirement living must be 60 years of age or older. For married couples, one spouse needs to be age 60 and the other needs to be at least age 55. The criteria are based on the applicant's ability to meet requirements of tenancy, maintain health and safety and meet the financial requirements. For additional eligibility requirements, see the Admissions Policy or call the Administrative Office at
(866) 851-4243.
top
2. Will the monthly service fee or rental fee be increased?
To maintain our quality services, it is generally necessary to raise our fees annually; however, you will be given a 60-day notice of any such change.
top
3. How can I determine if I am able to afford to move into a villa or apartment?
Our staff will discuss with you your personal financial situation. Many applicants have found that after taking part in this review session, they were able to join us.
top
4. Do I have to turn over my assets upon entrance to the Masonic Village?
No. You maintain complete control of your assets. You only are responsible for the entrance fee (if applicable), your monthly service fee or rental fee and any other personal expenses not included in these fees.
top
5. If my funds deplete, will I be asked to leave the Masonic Village at Dallas?
If residents become unable to meet their fees due to circumstances beyond their control, they will not be required to leave the Masonic Village based solely on their financial status, as specified in the resident agreement.
top
6. If my spouse requires long-term care, what impact does this have on my status to remain in my apartment or villa?
Residents have the option to either maintain their present living unit with the monthly service fee adjusted for single occupancy or to move to another unit more suited to their needs, when available.
top
7. Do I receive priority access to health care services at other Masonic Village locations, both on a short-term and long-term basis?
Yes. All residents receive priority access to personal care and nursing services at other Masonic Village locations across the state on a fee-for-service basis if their medical condition(s) meet the criteria for admission. Residents will not be denied services solely due to financial reasons, assuming they are within the guidelines set forth in the resident agreement. Priority access agreements also have been established with local and regional multi-level care facilities on a fee-for-service basis.
top
8. May I bring my pet?
Yes. Pets are permitted in accordance with our pet policy.
top
9. May I bring more than one automobile?
Yes. Residents are encouraged to maintain one or more of their automobiles if they wish.
top
|
|
