Best Communities If You Love Movies
If you prefer a movie marathon to running a marathon, then there is an active adult community for you. Some of the best active adult communities offer amenities that cater to movie lovers by offering movie nights, film clubs, and on-site theaters. From large communities offering state-of-the-art movie theaters with sound systems to smaller neighborhoods with media rooms and big screen TVs, these active adult communities are bringing dozens of residents together who love the silver screen.
5 Health Benefits of Living Near the Mountains
Skiing and hiking are fun recreations for active adults, but many don't know that mountain living can be extremely beneficial for one's health. Check out these five health benefits of living near a mountain.
Community Spotlight on Colonial Heritage
Lennar's premier active adult community in historic Williamsburg, Virginia is Colonial Heritage. This community is the ideal retirement destination for baby boomers who are in search of resort-style living. Discover all that Colonial Heritage has to offer active adults.
How Mindfulness Can Help You Live Positively
A rather new concept in Western civilization, 'Mindfulness' is an ancient practice found in a wide range of Eastern philosophies and incorporates elements of Taoism, Buddhism, and yoga. It is a method of bringing awareness to the present moment of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations of your body.
6 Low-Maintenance Pets
Many pets can be too high-maintenance for retirees. For those who don't want to deal with the constant upkeep of high-maintenance pets, there are several easier options to choose from. Discover six great low-maintenance pets perfect for retirees.
What Do Active Adults Love About Their Communities?
What makes your active adult community the best in the country? We wanted to know, so we asked active adults all over the country to tell us why they love their 55+ community –– and as an added incentive, one of the respondents won a brand new tablet!
5 Important Things to Do After a Workout
Maintaining your physical health increases your life span and ability to enjoy life now and in retirement. Running, jogging, or doing some laps in the community pool will help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. A post-workout routine will help you to receive the most benefit from your workout.
20 of the Most Active Communities of 2016
Many retirees are looking for retirement communities that provide them opportunities to stay active during their retirement. From indoor fitness centers to pools, to social clubs, these communities have a lot to offer. Discover 55places.com's list of the 20 most active communities.
How to Live Frugally in Retirement
Learning to live frugally does not mean giving up the things you enjoy, especially during your retirement years. Start with your budget and go from there. Discover all the ways that 55places.com can help you save money without sacrificing too much.
Communities with the Coolest Clubs
With countless resort-style amenities, abundant social clubs, and the assistance of onsite activity directors, there's never a dull moment in these vibrant communities. See 55places.com for which communities have the coolest clubs.