Petting a dog’s silky head, or feeling the warmth of a cat on your lap—humans greatly benefit from the companionship of a pet. Studies show heart rate and stress levels drop when pets are part of the family. Pets also ward off depression, foster a sense of independence and serve as great conversation starters among animal lovers. Think about how…
Read MoreLife is full of missed opportunities, be it a job, travel, romance, adventure or money. As you approach your retirement, you begin to understand the importance of seizing the right opportunities and making the most of your time. Summit Vista, Salt Lake’s premier Life Plan Community, is a chance to redefine your retirement and pursue your passions. From modern apartment…
Read MoreThe 1971 film, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, told the story of five children gaining access into a wondrous chocolate factory. It was a world overflowing with chocolate and a paradise for any sweet-toothed child. As an older adult, what would be your dream world? Would it be a community where active aging reigns supreme? Would your ecosystem contain a…
Read MoreYou’re on the brink of making a decision to move into a Life Plan Community. The endless amenities, robust services and continuum of care satisfy your desire to plan ahead, enhance wellness and eliminate the hassles of home ownership. But does leaving your home mean saying good bye to entertaining family and friends? Absolutely not. Utah residents place family and…
Read MoreLiving in the Salt Lake Valley means you have access to national parks, two mountain ranges, sporting venues, museums, architectural wonders and the largest salt water lake in the Western Hemisphere. You also have four distinct and beautiful seasons. But as a homeowner, the seasons can mean a lengthy to do list. Autumn brings blowing and falling leaves. Whether you…
Read MoreVisualize living in a vibrant village where a spacious apartments, recreation, and social opportunities are all within your reach. Located in the center of Salt Lake Valley, only 20 minutes from the airport or downtown, Summit Vista brings amenity-rich living to seniors. Experience the Splendor of Salt Lake Nestled in the Salt Lake Valley, the exquisite Summit Vista…
Read MoreMore and more seniors are planning the next step for retirement by choosing a worry-free lifestyle where wellness and personal growth take center stage. Summit Vista is the premier Life Plan Community in the Salt Lake Valley area. While possibilities for an engaging lifestyle are endless, the number of residents who will call Summit Vista home will be limited. If…
Read MoreEven before becoming a teenager, you started to make your own decisions. What clothes to wear, what sports to play or who was to be your best friend. As a senior, you continue to call the shots. You plan your investments, schedule vacations and make time for volunteering. So it only makes sense that you design your ideal living environment….
Read More“Life Plan Community” is a relatively new term to the senior housing industry. LeadingAge proposed this term to replace “continuing care retirement community” at their most recent annual meeting and convention, and it fits! Life Plan Communities are not your parents’ typical retirement communities. They are vibrant and active communities that offer everything from continuing education and seminars, to opportunities for…
Read MoreWhen Summit Vista opens its doors to its first residents, it will have brought something unique to the state of Utah: a Life Plan Community. It’s a retirement option that has become increasingly popular over the past few decades in other parts of the country because it offers a complete solution for the country’s growing numbers of active, independent seniors….
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