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You may need a change of surroundings now that your children have left the nest. You may think moving to an active adult community is the best answer. However, your spouse may not have a proper idea of the potential benefits or may not feel convinced of the need to relocate. He/she may be happy [&he

How to Broach the Subject of a Retirement Community

April 22, 2020 Active Adult Living

You may need a change of surroundings now that your children have left the nest. You may think moving to an active adult community is the best answer. However, your spouse may not have a proper idea of the potential benefits or may not feel convinced of the need to relocate.  He/she may be happy [...]

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Taking a Closer Look at 55+ Active Adult Communities

March 6, 2020 Active Adult Living

When we talk about 55+ active adult communities, do we really know what we are talking about? What are these communities? What do they offer 55+ adults, such as, us? What are their restrictions and what are the costs associated with living in one of these communities? These are some of the questions many of [...]

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Bocce Ball Playing has Increased in Many Active Adult Communities

March 2, 2020 Active Adult Living

Bocce is an ancient game that has been around for many, many years. Although you may not have heard of it before retirement, it is one of the most popular pastimes of active adults and is as popular as horseshoe and shuffleboard. This is a game that is fun to play, encourages healthy social interaction [...]

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Why Senior Males Should not Ignore BPH Symptoms

February 24, 2020 Active Adult Living

Illnesses are common with the aging process. Both men and women can expect their share of various illnesses. These include arthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart attacks, strokes, etc. Some diseases affect women more than men and vice versa. However, one problem that women are exempted from, and affects mostly elderly gentlemen quite often, is benign prostatic [...]

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How to Stay Young at Heart

February 10, 2020 Active Adult Living

Your Age should not Limit your 55Plus Active Lifestyle and Hamper your Activities Some make the mistake of thinking that they are over the hill when you enter their 40s. But what happens when you enter your 50s and 60s? Have you crossed the hill and climbed a mountain? The aging process can be either [...]

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What are 55+ Communities?

January 17, 2020 Active Adult Living

We have all heard of people who retire to 55+ communities, about all the fun they have playing tennis and lazing around the pool and how much they enjoy their independent lives of relaxation. But, what exactly are 55+ communities, and how do active adults select the right community?

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Focus on New Hampshire

November 22, 2019 Active Adult Living

New Hampshire is a State definitely worth a second look if you are now considering all of the possible States to start your new life at 55+.  Now that your kids have gone off on their own, you will find that a new chapter has dawned in your life.  With retirement, you will definitely feel [...]

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Focus on Maryland

September 20, 2019 Active Adult Living

Empty nesters who might consider a change have many options to consider, one of which might be to move to a new setting and start a new life. If you have never considered Maryland, here are some reasons why you might want to give it some thought. There are many great things about Maryland that [...]

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Why do 55+ Seniors Prefer Renting Homes to Buying?

August 28, 2019 Active Adult Living

Several things change when you reach retirement age. Out of all the changes that overtake your life, the most significant is your decision of housing. You may decide to relocate to quieter areas which are more scenic, or areas which provide you better chances of living an active life. Either way, you may have to [...]

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Focus on Connecticut

August 2, 2019 Active Adult Living

Deciding which, for you, is the perfect state for retirement may be challenging – you want nothing but the best for your retirement years, lifestyle, climate, geography. One great state worth mentioning is Connecticut. Why? Let us take you on a journey into the heart of Connecticut and you can decide for yourself . . [...]

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