life-care
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of life-care
First recorded in 1980–85
Example Sentences
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Most people opt for a life-care contract, where residents pay an entrance fee and monthly fees, said Lisa McCracken, a senior vice president in Ziegler investment bank’s senior living sector.
From New York Times • Apr. 4, 2014
One of the models for the sprouting life-care communities is Mount San Antonio Gardens in Pomona, Calif., a successful independent operation.
From Time Magazine Archive
For that reason, more and more retirees are turning to "life-care communities," which promise to cover all basic needs until death in return for a hefty entrance fee and monthly service payments.
From Time Magazine Archive
Not all life-care centers are alike, and prospective entrants are well advised to read the fine print before signing any of the numerous contracts available.
From Time Magazine Archive
One serious potential risk for retirees is that a private life-care facility will go out of business.
From Time Magazine Archive
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