Choosing a retirement community is an important decision. The following are questions frequently asked about Pilgrim Haven and continuing care communities.

What is a continuing care retirement community?

What is assisted living?

Isn't continuing care expensive?

What does "life residency" mean?

What fees do I pay on entering and what fees are due monthly?

How does Pilgrim Haven use our fees?

Do I have to be Baptist to live in an ABHOW-sponsored community like Pilgrim Haven?

Will Pilgrim Haven feel like a real home and community?

How will I know if I have enough money to live in this community?

How will I go about making this important choice, weighing pros and cons?

What is a continuing care retirement community?
Continuing care communities offer licensed programs for increasing levels of assistance designed to meet the changing health and service needs of residents -- all on the same campus. Pilgrim Haven is the only CCRC located in Los Altos. Back to top.

What is assisted living?
Assisted living is for residents who need more help with the activities of daily living but do not require nursing care. Friendly, trained staff at The Lodge are available 24 hours a day to help with meals, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, medications, laundry, and housekeeping. Back to top.

Isn't continuing care expensive?
It is really a matter of values. If security and stability are important to you, then your investment will prove to be extremely efficient. When you consider that continuing care may offer you the ability to enjoy a more active retirement than if you lived alone, and your changing needs can be met through assisted living and nursing care on the same campus, continuing care can be a prudent use of your income and assets. If you have an average retirement income and own a home, you will probably qualify for residency. Call 650-948-8384 ext. 103. We can discuss the affordable options Pilgrim Haven offers. Back to top.

What does "life residency" mean?
Life residency means that once you sign your contract, you are assured lifetime residency within the community at the level of living best suited to your needs. Back to top.

What fees do I pay on entering and what fees are due monthly?
Call 650-948-8384 ext. 103, or send an e-mail to info@pilgrim-haven.com for a current fee schedule and explanation of entrance and monthly fees. Back to top.

How does Pilgrim Haven use our fees?
Entrance fees are used to cover major capital improvements in the community, fund any operating deficits, and fund reserves needed for future expenses. Monthly fees cover a wide range of amenities and services and your pro-rated share of the community's actual operating expenses. This fee may vary over time with changes in the general economy. Pilgrim Haven management is dedicated to utilizing funds wisely and carefully. Back to top.

Do I have to be Baptist to live in an ABHOW-sponsored community like Pilgrim Haven?
Absolutely not. All ABHOW communities are nonsectarian and nondiscriminatory and are enjoyed by all individuals regardless of faith or personal convictions. Back to top.

Will Pilgrim Haven feel like a real home and community?
Pilgrim Haven residents say the "family feeling" here is exceptional. Lovely ground-level apartments, set on beautiful walking paths, are cherished. Residents say this feels like their previous home, with the bonus of health care security, resources, and services provided! Back to top.

How will I know if I have enough money to live in this community?
Our sales and marketing director is ready to assist you in analyzing your finances and projecting the necessary assets and income. Back to top.

How will I go about making this important choice?
We urge you to visit Pilgrim Haven. Take a tour, meet residents, and ask your questions. We will welcome your visit and be glad to assist you however we can! Back to top.

Contact Sales and Marketing Director Marilyn Sell today. Call 650-948-8291 ext. 103, or send an e-mail to info@pilgrim-haven.com.