b'A delicious, Upon first glance, you wouldnt think a memberSENIORCONTRACT TYPES EXPLAINEDEntrance fees, monthly fees, and contract typesoh my!of our Lake Forest Place team would be battlingWe know the decision to move to a Life Plan Community canaward-winning art form:it out to boast a championship belt, but itsLIVING 101 be stressful, especially with the range of options available.happenednot once, but twice. What for,Let us explain the contract types to make your decision easier.you may be wondering? Unidine Corporations Puree with Purpose. National Puree with Purpose Challenge.Chef Juan Fernando Ortega participated in this Chicago-area puree competition, hosted atTYPE A(LIFECARE) A FEW WORDS ABOUT Lake Forest Place in August by Unidine, a diningType A contracts require an entrance fee and a monthlyLIFE PLAN COMMUNITIES management company that serves senior livingfee. Fees may begin at a higher rate than other contractFROM LAKE FOREST PLACE communities across the country.options, but theyll stay relatively the same throughoutRESIDENTS.Not only did he participate; he secured his titleyour retirement, regardless of care needs.for the second time, competing against five otherWhy seniors choose this type of contract:talented chefs within the East HeadquartersThey want to ensure theyll be able to afford and Healthcare was a factor in competition. receive unlimited future caresecuring their home, Among the dishes creatively presented werepriority access to extraordinary care and predictableour decision. We wanted to Eggs Benedict, Vanilla French toast, Salmonrates for life. be sure we could physically Wellington, and buttered fettuccine noodles withTYPE B(MODIFIED) stay here and not have to zucchini, along with Chef Ortegas winning dishes:Type B entrance fees and monthly fees will be lower than amake another move if our a flank steak roulade with sun-dried tomatoes andLifeCare contract while securing care at a predetermined spinach; tarragon sweet potatoes; and roasteddiscount on market rates. health needs changed.beets. And for desserta sous vide carrot cake with cream cheese icing. Why seniors choose this type of contract:This contract is especially appealing to seniors who have long-term care insurance policies. Theyd like to save money in the short term and would like financial I love using my creativity and passion to createprotection if higher levels of care are needed. We feel like werethese works of art to be enjoyed by the seniors TYPE C(FEE-FOR-SERVICE) very fortunate to be here. Residents pay lower entrance fees and monthly fees thanThe design, the community, who call our community home. Chef Ortega other contracts. Fee-for-service means that seniors paythe programming for healthcare services at full market rates at the time they would need a higher level of care. Lake Forest Place is a model Why seniors choose this type of contract: Life Plan Community.Lake Forest Place residents were able to watch as the chefs sliced,Seniors prefer more flexible payment options for blended and thickened ingredients to create their masterpieces,services, resulting in lower initial fees. Benefits include getting a front-row view of how pureed foods can provideall the amenities of the community with the peace of delicious, high-quality nutrition for those with difficulty mind that healthcare is available if needed in the future, chewing or swallowing. but at full market rate costs.These chefs are constantly changing and challenging the status quo of what a puree should look like. Thanks to them, our seniors are enjoying the dining experience more than ever before,said Stephanie Schelle, Unidine Director of Dining Services Lake Forest Place offers residency and care beginning and Lake Forest Place Dining Director. in independent living and providing a continuum of careGet a detailed breakdown of contracts that Were proud of Chef Ortegas victory, and we couldnt be with access to on-site assisted living, memory care, andcould benefit you by scheduling a visit today.happier to have him as part of our team.skilled nursing services. 847-641-23806 7'