Who Owns and Manages Taylor Retirement Community?

Taylor Retirement Community is a Not-For-Profit, Charitable and Multi-Campus Continuing Care Retirement Community Corporation, governed by a sixteen member volunteer Board of Trustees, one of whom is a Resident and elected by all Taylor Community Residents.

How long has Taylor Community been around?

Taylor Home has been in existence since 1907 and so the Taylor Community celebrates its 100th Anniversary in 2007! Originally it was located at 230 Court Street in Laconia and was known as Laconia Home For the Aged. In 1910 the Traditional Taylor Home building was constructed, the gift of Mr. Edward B. Taylor, who gave the Home in memory of his mother and father. It has endured and grown through the years . Taylor Home, known today as Taylor Community, now includes the traditional Taylor Home, The Ledgeview Center, and independent living neighborhoods: The Ledges (Laconia), Spokesfield Common (Sandwich), WestWynde (Moultonborough), Back Bay (Wolfeboro), and Meeting House Commons (Pembroke). Construction is nearing completion for Woodside, the newest addition to Taylor Community. Scheduled for occupancy in January, 2007, Woodside will include 57 independent living apartment suites as well as numerous common areas and amenities like an exercise pool, café, fitness rooms, craft rooms, a movie theater, meeting rooms, library, media center and more.

How big is Taylor Community?

Perhaps the best way to get a feel for the size of Taylor Community is to look at it in terms of people. There are presently approx. 360 residents in 253 independent living homes and suites, 46 other residents in assisted living apartments, and 38 residents in nursing level, private room care. Another indicator of size is the staff. Taylor Community's staff now totals 136 employees which amounts to a resident-to-staff ratio of about three-to- one.

Where do Taylor Community residents come from?

Many residents come from lakes region communities with long-standing ties as area residents, or perhaps their family vacationed here for many years, or they have family and friends who live here now. Others come from far away, for example we have new residents who recently moved here from Atlanta, Washington, DC., Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Florida.

What else can you tell me about Taylor Community residents’ interests and activities?

This is an active, vibrant community of seniors, some who still work, many who volunteer countless hours thoughout the lakes region communities, these are active gardeners, painters, swimmers, skiers, walkers, writers, quilters, musicians and individuals with remarkable skills, interests and active enthusiasm who come from very diverse backgrounds and all walks of life.

What is a Continuing Care Community?

It’s peace of mind in a community uniquely designed to consider both your present desires and your future needs. Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) allow seniors to "age in place," with flexible accommodations that are designed to meet their health and housing needs as these needs change. Fortunately, today there are innovative senior living arrangements that offer the security of long-range planning while allowing you the freedom to maintain your independence. Continuing Care Retirement Communities, such as the Taylor Community, include independent living, assisted living and nursing home level care, so seniors can stay in the same community if or as their housing needs change over time.

Why has Taylor Community continued to grow in size and services?

In short, to serve our Mission. Today’s seniors are growing in numbers, they're living longer, they're healthier, more active, and independent! Over the past 100 years, Taylor Community has continued to expand our options and services to anticipate and meet the increasing needs of the seniors in our communities. In addition to the homes themselves, we have worked hard to build and develop the kind of complete community that provides a lifestyle for seniors that is second to none. Today in the Taylor Home and Ledgeview Center we have 3 diningrooms, two exercise rooms, beauty parlors, gift shops, a community chapel, meeting rooms, libraries, computers connecting residents to the internet, not to mention wonderful porches, balconies, gazebos, gardens and lounges and sitting rooms for relaxing, playing games, or enjoying a cup of coffee with friends. When Woodside opens we will be adding a cafe, an exercise pool, a movie theater, craft rooms, meeting rooms, exercise rooms..... not to mention 57 bright, spacious and beautiful apartment suites.

Who Is Eligible For Admission?

Persons 62 years of age or older are age qualified and welcome to apply for admission. For more information, or to receive an application please contact our admissions office.

What About My Health?

Prior to admission each Applicant must provide from his/her physician or medical practitioner a completed health evaluation with forms provided by Taylor Community. This is your way and our way to ensure that you would be moving into an environment that meets your needs and supports a safe, secure, healthy and happy lifestyle.

What Kind of Investment Is Required?

That really depends on where you choose to live, the level of care, the services provided, and the terms of the agreement you select. There are numerous options to consider in selecting the one that is just right for you. In some cases, residents pay an entrance fee and a monthly fee. In other instances, you pay only a monthly fee with no entrance fee required. Entrance fees for a Lifestyle agreement are always 90% refundable. Continuing Care entrance fees decline in the refundable portion over time (After 50 months there is no refund of entrance fees with a Continuing Care Contract). The important thing is that you explore your options in detail. Current rates and the terms of the various options are published and available in writing from our Admissions office. We strongly recommend that you call to set up an appointment to review your many options and get answers to all of your important questions. To arrange a visit, please Contact Us.

Monthly fees for independent Residents cover round-the-clock emergency call response, scheduled local transportation, weekly trash pickup, active social, cultural and educational programs, use of all Taylor Retirement Community facilities including the chapel, fitness center, regular and large print libraries, private dining room for meetings or special occasions. The single-story townhomes have completely landscaped grounds, inside and outside maintenance, fully applianced kitchens, wall-to-wall carpeting, garage, trash removal, the services of our Care Coordinator for Independent Residents. Town home residents are responsible for paying their own heat, hot water, electricity, phone and cable. Woodside monthly fees include all utilities (including basic cable tv) with the exception of telephone.

Yes. Your guests are always welcome and may stay as long as you wish. Subletting is not allowed and guests may only stay at your residence while you are at home.

Pets, with prior permission are welcome at no extra fee. Our pet friendly policy is designed to ensure that the community can be equally enjoyed by pet owners and their neighbors within the community.

Anyone considering a move to a retirement community such as Taylor Community owes it to themselves to get answers to all of their questions and to receive detailed information (in-writing). We also recommend a personal visit and tour as the best way to answer that important question- “Will you love living here”. Meet with staff, and better yet, meet with residents! For more information, please contact us at your convenience.