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    August 2013

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    • Shea Homes Brings 55+ Living to Pierce County Washington with Trilogy at Tehaleh

      by Susan Quilty on August 31st, 2013

      Set in Bonney Lake, Trilogy at Tehaleh is the first 55+ active adult community in Pierce County, Washington. Its prime location, just 30 minutes from Tacoma, also offers spectacular views of Mt. Rainier and the surrounding scenery.

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      • Seattle-Tacoma Area
      • Shea Homes
      • Washington
      • Western Washington

    • Active Adults Find a Slice of Paradise at Ardiente Near Las Vegas

      by Susan Quilty on August 29th, 2013

      In North Las Vegas, Nevada, Ardiente is a beautiful, resort-style active adult 55+ community. This mid-sized community features a spacious clubhouse with numerous amenities, as well as a variety of outdoor recreations and plans for approximately 788 single-family homes.

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      • Ardiente
      • Las Vegas Area
      • Nevada
      • Southern Nevada

    • La Quinta - The Gem of the Desert Makes a Perfect California Retirement Paradise

      by Bill Ness on August 28th, 2013

      Known as the Gem of the Desert, La Quinta is a popular resort destination within California's popular Palm Springs area. La Quinta is one of the country's leading golf destinations. While the city is a well-known vacation spot, La Quinta is also a prime active adult retirement destination.

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      • California
      • Coachella Valley
      • Palm Springs Area
      • Southern California

    • Grandezza - Gated Active Adult Country Club Living Near Naples

      by Susan Quilty on August 27th, 2013
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      Open to all ages, Grandezza is a country club community with fabulous resort-style amenities and a prime location in Estero, Florida. Its diverse homes and full calendar of activities make the community an ideal destination for active adult retirees in the Naples-Bonita Springs area.

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      • Florida
      • Naples-Bonita Springs Area
      • Southwest Florida

    • 10 Interesting Baby Boomer Facts and Stats

      by Bill Ness on August 26th, 2013
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      Baby Boomers are not only the largest generation, but the most influential one as well. Here are few cool facts that you may or may have not known about the now retirees.

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      • History
      • Lifestyle
      • Retirement

    • Bellasera: 55+ Lifestyle Living Near Downtown Phoenix

      by Susan Quilty on August 24th, 2013

      Open to all ages, Bellasera offers an active lifestyle in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. This beautiful Del Webb property has just 360 single-family homes, making it a quiet retreat for active adult retirees. Its fabulous location is just 20 minutes from Downtown Phoenix.

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      • Arizona
      • Central Arizona
      • Phoenix Area

    • 5 Ways to Improve Your Golf Game, at Any Age!

      by Bill Ness on August 23rd, 2013

      As most golfers know, improving your golf game takes more effort than just hitting the greens more often. If you really want to take your game to the next level, it's time to focus on some training and discipline off the course. That means working on your fitness, mechanics, nutrition and even your mental game. Try these five tips to get your golf game on the right track.

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      • Settlement at Powhatan Creek: Low-Maintenance Williamsburg 55+ Living

        by Susan Quilty on August 22nd, 2013

        Nestled in Williamsburg, Virginia, The Settlement at Powhatan Creek offers low-maintenance living and an exciting line-up of amenities to active adults age 55 or better. The community's prime location puts residents within 30 minutes of Newport News and one hour from Richmond and Norfolk.

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        • Richmond Area
        • Virginia
        • Williamsburg Area

      • Scenic 55+ Living in Beautiful Bend, Oregon

        by Bill Ness on August 21st, 2013
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        Set in the center of Oregon, Bend offers a scenic mountain retreat with high desert elevation. Bend is the largest city in Central Oregon with a population of just over 80,000. Bend provides plenty of entertainment including shops, restaurants, museums and theaters.

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        • Bend Area
        • Oregon
        • The Falls at Eagle Crest

      • Ocean Ridge Plantation: The Ultimate Golf Lifestyle in North Carolina

        by Susan Quilty on August 20th, 2013
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        Set in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, Ocean Ridge Plantation is an open-age community which has all the resort-style amenities needed to support an active adult lifestyle. Highlights include multiple clubhouses, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and five challenging 18-hole golf courses.

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        • North Carolina
        • Ocean Ridge Plantation
        • Wilmington Area

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