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Western North Carolina Senior and Retirement Housing
Looking for a way to add some sparkle to your Golden Years? Give Western North Carolina a try. With top-notch retirement facilities, as well as limitless recreation opportunities, this region is one of the most popular retirement destinations in the country. The area’s retirement housing communities strive to offer all the comforts of home, as well as peerless medical care and amenities that may make you wonder why you waited so long to make the move.
For retirees, choosing a place to spend their time is often a difficult decision. There are several things to take into consideration, not the least of which is proximity to family and friends. Having a mild climate and many entertainment options are also important to many. According to experts, it all comes down to that famous real estate adage, “Location, location, location.” And rest assured, the Western N.C. area offers one of the best locations in the country, with breathtakingly gorgeous scenery and a temperate climate.
Also, you’ll quickly find that Western North Carolina is your oyster, with a variety of recreational activities, museums, shopping, and entertainment right at your fingertips. The area also offers top-notch medical facilities, and many wonderful retirement housing communities that offer a myriad of activities, including cribbage, croquet, chess, billiards, golf, and art classes. It’s no wonder why so many people are flocking to retire in Western North Carolina. In fact, Asheville was recently chosen as one of “America’s 100 Best Places to Retire,” and the city was selected in August as the “No. 1 Place to Retire” by TopRetirements.com.
Asheville is home to the nationally–renowned Biltmore House and the Grove Park Inn. Retirees are moving to Asheville for its small-town charm, its gorgeous mountains, great festivals and its more than 50 outstanding golf courses. The economy of the Asheville-Hendersonville area is strong with an infusion of newcomers and a growing service industry.
Hendersonville, according to some estimates, has attracted more retirees in the past 10 years than virtually any town in the Carolinas. Hendersonville has long been a summer retreat for the wealthy. But, more than anything, the Asheville-Hendersonville region attracts those retirees who love the mountains and like a progressive, cultural region with a reasonable cost of living.
There are many other small towns in the area that have plenty to offer retires. These towns have become extremely popular senior retirement housing destinations for their rustic history, cultural events, festivals, good medical care, lower cost of living and friendly people. These include Highlands, Cashiers, Brevard, Banner Elk, Blowing Rock and Boone, home to Appalachian State University. Here you will find skiing destinations, golfing resorts and vacation destinations for the wealthy, along with scenic vistas, eclectic shops, handicrafts, storytellers, hiking and outdoor recreation, trout fishing, low humidity and friendly people.
Where to live?
Choosing a retirement community isn’t an easy task. It takes a lot of homework to find the perfect place for you.
When researching different retirement communities for you, make sure you consider your lifestyle and financial situation. If you’re not sure what kinds of questions to ask, then here are a few to get you started.
• What are the sizes and cost of the living space?
• Are the living spaces for one or two people?
• Can the homes be purchased or are they available on a lease basis?
• If you have health concerns that necessitate you living near a medical facility, then be sure to ask about what hospitals and specialty care centers are nearby.
• What are the procedures for handling medical emergencies?
• Those who have diabetes may need special dietary requirements, ask about whether the residential community can accommodate this.
• Is there a waiting list? If so, how long is it?
• Some people prefer the hustle and bustle of living in a large city, whereas others might prefer a more laid-back setting. If you’re unfamiliar with the area, you should inquire about it.
• What types of social, recreational, and cultural activities are offered?
• Do you have pets? If so, ask if they are allowed at the community.
After narrowing down your choices, you visit the facilities and meet with staff so they can answer any additional questions that you might have.
For more information about choosing the perfect senior retirement community for you or for more questions to ask, log on to RetirementCommunity.com’s Web site at www.retirementcommunity.com.
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