Over 55 Communities
Over 55 communities serve people who want to maximize the fun and minimize the hassle in their later years. Browse the articles below to learn more about over 55 communities and what they offer.
55+ Communities
Downsizing. Low maintenance. Independent lifestyle. These factors inspire growing numbers of seniors to choose over 55 communities. Residents of these planned real estate developments may share a life-stage and motivation for relocating, but over 55 communities are anything but cookie-cutter. Read more about 55+ Communities…
Retirement Housing: An Overview
Gone are the days when “retirement housing” was just a nice way of saying “nursing home.” These days there are many different senior living options, yet, according to a study published in The Journal of Consumer Affairs, many seniors and their families are not aware of the choices. An overview of the alternatives reveals that retirement housing is as varied as the lifestyles and needs of residents. Read more about the options for retirement housing…
Active Adult Communities: What are they?
Active adult communities are real estate developments that offer independent, relatively maintenance-free living to residents aged 55 and over. In “age restricted” active adult communities, 80% of homeowners must be 55 and over, while “age-targeted” communities simply market to the 55+ crowd. Learn more about Active Adult Communities…
The New Business of Senior Living
Senior Living is an evolving term today, encompassing both a place to live and a way to live. Today’s seniors, lead by the Baby Boomers, have the opportunity to live life on their terms. The way one intends to live will naturally determine where one will live. Learn more about senior living…
Senior Apartments: A Great Alternative
Senior apartments are age-restricted multi-unit residences designed for 55+ adults with good health and mobility who want to live independently in a community with other seniors. The designation “senior apartments” requires that one member of the household be at least 55. Learn more about senior apartments…
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