From the Publisher ... We are fortunate to live in an area where opportunities abound for retired persons to engage in meaningful pursuits. Not only do the opportunities abound, but our unique geography and climate provide an environment which invigorates and inspires. Our cover story addresses one of the main concerns pre-retirees have when it comes to considering when to retire. [...]
From the Publisher ... Today‘s “Life Plan” communities offer resort-style living at its very finest coupled with the ultimate in peace-of-mind-no-matter-what-happens security. This industry continues to evolve as it meets the demands of the current generation of retirees for uxurious living. This spills over into every aspect of today’s lifestyle. [...]
From the Publisher ... This issue, we look at cutting edge designs in new homes designed for the Active Adult, which includes the pre-retiree and early retiree, to the couple that want a home that allows them to age-in-place well into their retirement years. If you haven’t taken advantage of an open house or community tour in recent years, you may find yourself absolutely amazed at what the market offers today for the 55+ crowd. [...]
From the Publisher ... You are likely a "Foodie" whether you realize it or not. In our retirement years, we almost certainly appreciate good food now more than ever before. Retirement communities know this, and as a result, continue to raise the bar ever higher each year as each seek not so much to best each other as to reach culinary "nirvana" for their residents. This issue’s cover story explores the culinary scene at some of the top retirement communities in central North Carolina. [...]
