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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Where is Freedom Village at Brandywine?
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Freedom Village is located in scenic western Chester County, 10 miles west of Exton just off the Route 30 Bypass. We are 15 minutes from the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Downingtown exit. We are conveniently located minutes from Valley Forge/King of Prussia to the east and Lancaster to our west. It is an hour’s drive to Philadelphia – or just 5 minutes to the Thorndale Train Station where you can hop on SEPTA’s R-5 regional rail to center city.

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Q. What is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)?
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A CCRC is a housing community that provides different levels of care based on what each resident needs over time. This is sometimes called "life care" and can range from independent living in an apartment to assisted living to full-time care in a nursing home. Residents move from one setting to another based on their needs but continue to live as part of the community.

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Q. What residential options are offered at Freedom Village?
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Freedom Village offers condominium ownership through a life estate deed. There are two different styles of condominium buildings:

For ultimate convenience, residents can choose to live in The Village, a five-story building containing 292 studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom condominiums with all amenities under one roof. These homes range in size from 565 to 2,207 square feet. The Village also houses all of the community’s dining, recreation and entertainment venues.

Residents with a preference for gardening or their own garage might choose to live in The Terrace Homes, a separate enclave of two buildings each containing 14 condominiums. Each Terrace Home condominium has two bedrooms and range in size from 1,558 to 1,775 square feet.

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Q. What happens to my entrance fee at Freedom Village?
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There are two Lifecare Plans at Freedom Village, and your choice between these two plans determines they type of refund you or your estate will receive, as well as the costs for your future care if you should ever need Assisted Living, Dementia Care or Skilled Nursing.

With the Traditional Plan, your entrance fee depreciates, so the amount of your refund, if any, is due depends on the length of time you are living at Freedom Village and whether you utilize our Health Center. Any future stays in the Health Center are included in the monthly fee after a 120-day deductible period.

The alternative contract, called The Partner Plan, is usually selected by residents who already have long term care insurance because the cost of any future health care is your responsibility (i.e. “fee for service”). Partners residents receive a refund equal to 100% of the original entrance fee plus 50% of the appreciation in your condominium’s value.

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Q. What role does long term care insurance play in paying for my move to Freedom Village?
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The Partner’s Plan at Freedom Village is well suited to people who carry long term care insurance because it can be utilized if higher levels of health care (assisted living, dementia care, skilled nursing) are ever needed. Long term care insurance policies vary based on the plan, so consult your policy.

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Q. How much money do I need to financially qualify for a condominium at Freedom Village?
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Applicants are individually qualified based upon age, assets and income. Applicants generally need assets equal to or greater than 3x the amount of the purchase price and/or income equal or greater than 2x the monthly fee.

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Q. What does the monthly fee include at Freedom Village?
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Your monthly fee covers impeccable services and amenities including: one meal daily, weekly housekeeping, real estate taxes, water, electricity, heating and air conditioning, cable, a full calendar of events and activities, regularly scheduled transportation, personal transportation in a defined area, plus round-the-clock security within our building and on our campus. Freedom Village also keeps you connected to family and friends with the latest technology, including WiFi service and computer connections. When you visit, be sure to ask for details about the tax advantages of ownership.

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Q. How often are the monthly fees increased at Freedom Village?
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The monthly fees are generally increased annually in retirement communities. Freedom Village is unique in that the monthly fees are guaranteed not to increase more than 2% above the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Residents must receive a 60-day notice prior to this annual increase.

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Q. What is the second person fee?
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Fees for retirement communities are calculated to cover the cost of future care and services to all residents based upon actuarial studies of similar populations. The second person fee is charged to cover the higher projected cost of providing future care and services to two persons residing in a condominium.

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Q. My spouse has symptoms of early Alzheimer’s. Are we eligible for residency at Freedom Village?
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Yes, a pre-existing medical condition does not necessarily exclude anyone from residency.

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Q. May I bring my pet to Freedom Village?
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Yes, well-behaved pets are welcome in our community. Condominiums with patio access on the first floor are available to dog owners. Cats and other pets are welcome on any floor.

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Q. Are flexible dining plans available?
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Yes, you can choose from a variety of monthly meal plans. Your monthly service fee is adjusted accordingly. In addition, if you enjoy traveling and are away from the community for more than 2 weeks, you can opt out of a meal plan for the entire month and receive a full credit on your monthly bill. Residents appreciate the option of changing meal plans on a month to month basis depending on their itinerary.

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Q. Am I permitted to have visitors?
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We love to have you entertain family and friends at Freedom Village. Catering is our specialty, and our dining rooms are BYOB!

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Q. May I invite guests to stay overnight at Freedom Village?
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Yes, four reasonably priced guest suites are available. Residents may also request convenient cot service for overnight guests in their condominium. Prospective residents who want to sample the Freedom Village lifestyle are welcome to complimentary get-away packages.

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Q. What happens if I outlive my assets?
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Freedom Village owners are guaranteed residency for life regardless of physical or financial need, due to the backing of Brookdale Senior Living, the largest provider of retirement living in the nation.

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Freedom Village at Brandywine
15 Freedom Boulevard, West Brandywine, PA 19320
Phone: 610-383-5100, Toll Free: 800-655-8554
Email: fvbrandywine@brookdaleliving.com