Articles on "Active Adult/55+ Communities"
Growth in Nations Largest Retirement Community Continues
The largest retirement community in the nation, The Villages located in central Florida is seeing dramatic growth in the middle of a dead Florida housing market according to the Orlando Sentinel. Last year, construction of new homes in The Villages, which had 2,143 permits “” more than the far more populous Seminole, Osceola and Lake counties combined. And the trend is continuing. Through the first six months of this year, 1,206 residential permits were issued in The Villages “” 120 [...]
Retirement Community Prices May Turn Up
Rental rates at high-end senior housing complexes firmed up last quarter. While results vary by market, the industry is encouraged by signs of stronger senior demand for housing units. Valuations of entire housing complexes also have been rising, supporting the view that weak conditions finally may be giving way to growth and, eventually, the addition of more new units. Since the housing bust began several years ago, many prospective residents of retirement communities have been unable to sell their homes. [...]
Independent Living: Understanding Active Adult Management
With the older adult population becoming increasingly more active, the term “active adult” is a commonly used phrase in place of the words “seniors,” “senior citizens,” “older adults” and “elderly.” “These active adults are the largest, wealthiest and fastest-growing segment in the population and they are searching for products, services and programs that are designed specifically for them,” says Lisa Puma, senior director of Marketing of GHA Community Management. Essentially, these individuals are looking for a maintenance-free, activity-filled, and well-managed [...]
Life “behind the gates of the largest active adult 55+ retirement community”Leisureville Book Review
“Age Segregation.” That’s a term that wasn’t in my vocabulary a year ago. Now, I probably use the term in my writing and conversations almost daily. To whom do I owe this welcomed addition to my vocabulary? Andrew Blechman, the author of “Leisureville.” Blechman tells the story of how his beloved neighbors made the decision to leave his New England neighborhood for the largest retirement community in the nation, The Villages in Central Florida. His neighbors spoke so highly of [...]
“Leisureville” Book Review: Moving to a Florida Retirement Community
“Age Segregation.” That’s a term that wasn’t in my vocabulary a year ago. Now, I probably use the term in my writing and conversations almost daily. To whom do I owe this welcomed addition to my vocabulary? Andrew Blechman, the author of “Leisureville.” Blechman tells the story of how his beloved neighbors made the decision to leave his New England neighborhood for the largest retirement community in the nation, The Villages in Central Florida. His neighbors spoke so highly of [...]
A Promise Between Friends
Often times, the care giving role is assumed by a family member, but in George Robinson’s case, he made a promise to his friends, Leonard and Hilda Kaplan, that he intended to keep. George met the couple while working on their house as a painting contractor. Lifelong Red Sox and Celtics fans, they were generous philanthropists who never sought credit for their acts. They were especially supportive of the Schwartz Center in New Bedford. Several years ago, Leonard had been [...]
A Future of Growth
For George Brown, the ability to continue pursuing a lifelong passion matches the feeling of all he has accomplished thus far. His love for gardening has won him 445 ribbons at various shows over the years, 116 of which were first place. Therefore, it was only appropriate that he spend his future years sharing his skills at Meadowood, a continuing care community that spans over approximately 131 acres of land. Born a Washingtonian, George lived in McLean, Va. for several [...]
An Active Man has Found the Perfect Home
Living in a long-term care facility has in no way stopped Roy Wantz from continuing his active and fun-filled lifestyle. “I am a native Carroll County boy, raised in Baughman’s Valley, northwest of Westminster,” he said. Roy has held several jobs throughout his life including a furniture factory for 20 years. As one of 10 children, his brothers and sisters are very important to him and visit him often. Hard-working and independent, Roy lived in his own apartment even after [...]
An Ideal Home Near their Family
Having led active lifestyles throughout their nearly 50 years of marriage, Ed and Joan Allen knew where they wanted to spend their future together. “We moved to Florida to enjoy the retiree’s life so to speak,” said Joan. While the couple raised their five daughters, Ed served as part of the metropolitan police department and eventually worked for the Washington Redskins for 25 years. The Allens were enjoying their Florida property and venturing out on their boat, but they soon [...]
An Artist Continues to Flourish
One can find artistic inspiration in just about anything; in people, words, or even in nature. For Pat Olson Leopold, an accomplished painter and sculptress, finding a home that would allow her to continue expressing herself through her art was important, and that is exactly what she found in Westminster at Lake Ridge, a continuing care retirement community located in Prince William County in Northern Virginia.. “Art is another medium of communication,” she said. “It enlarges your soul and life. [...]
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