Mary Cates, former Raleigh City Councilwoman who helped pioneer Raleigh’s Citizens Advisory Committee network, was inducted into the Raleigh Hall of Fame October 1 in ceremonies at the Raleigh Convention Center. She early declared “a religious and patriotic commitment to be a steward of the public good,” a commitment that has surely been realized in Raleigh. Her initial effort was [...]
Some tips to help alleviate the stress of moving into a retirement community: Total Immersion: After the initial research, go experience the prospective communities. Keep family in the loop: Keep family members involved when moving through the selection process. They provide a strong support system and show both family and staff that their input is valued. Hire a pro: A [...]
Linda P. Erickson Linda P. Erickson, CFP®, is the president of Erickson Advisors and a registered principal offering securities through Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC, 336-274-9403 lindae@ericksonadvisors.net. Once you retire there is usually no going back. No Resets, No Undo’s, at least in the earned income department. This fact poses a challenge to those planning their retirement income strategies. The [...]
Roger Gore, Marketing Director at Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, has over ten years of experience working with seniors and their families to select a new home. Dr. Bob and Betty Cook decided it was time to move from their four-bedroom home. They chose to move to a Continuing Care Retirement Center. Bob and Betty Cook decided it was time [...]
Morgan Lamphere, Director of Sales and Marketing for Searstone, a continuing care community under development in Cary, has years of experience working with seniors and educating the community about senior issues. Many retirees, considering their next step after retiring, ask similar questions: “How do I make sure that both my spouse and I are well taken care of, no matter [...]
Photos: Residents gather for four-course dinners every evening in the main dining room; The Waltonwood pool is available for a swim whenever swim classes are not in session; Residents relax and enjoy a glass of wine on the patio; The Players Club is a popular site for card games or a pickup game of pool. Independent Living Communities take the [...]
Octogenarians to wed Emily knew who Bob was. After all, he was her boss at the convenience store where she volunteers. Bob runs the small shop at Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, where residents and staff find needed essentials without having to leave the safe, familiar campus. Their paths crossed this past Thanksgiving when Emily volunteered to take Bob’s hours [...]
Arbor Acres’ new assisted living center looks like a colonial village, an illusion well-crafted to entice the eye. Like all of Arbor Acres, the building evokes beauty and creative expression, the essential contributions of art to life.Arbor Acres’ mission, like fine art, has grown richer over time. Opening in 1980, Arbor Acres strives to enhance each resident’s experience of aliveness. The [...]
The Asbury Neighborhood is a new independent living option at Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community in Winston-Salem. It has an ambiance that reflects its name – a true neighborhood. No two houses are alike in this charming, brand new neighborhood of 23 homes. Tudor, Craftsman, French Country, Rustic and Colonial styles stand side-by-side. Residents have a choice of [...]
A joie de vivre is evident in the residents of Bermuda Village. Some say it’s because of the social activities and special events which here abound. Others insist it’s the health and wellness programs that keep life spinning, and don’t discount the dining opportunities, both fine and casual, which residents enjoy. Actually it’s all of these and more that make [...]
