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everal years ago, many couples and individuals

moving into an active adult community were retired

and found that they had more time on their hands

and looked for creative ways to use it. Today, those

moving into these communities are often still working and

plan to do so for upwards of fifteen years. These low-main-

tenance homes free up time for residents to enjoy at their

leisure. The benefits, for newcomers and longstanding

residents, are tremendous.

An active adult community affords many choices and pro-

vides opportunities for residents to make new friends with

similar interests. Newcomers are often surprised by how

much fun they can have utilizing the resort-like amenities

and by joining and getting involved in the various offerings

of clubs and committees. Residents revel in the vast range

of activities from which they can choose, resulting in a

full, active lifestyle. Some residents compare the options to

those of a vacation resort.

A sincere sense of community is formed as many travel

Dynamic

Resort-Style

Living

By Arline Bruno, Activities Director

and Kari Valentine, CMCA, AMS,

Community Association Manager

Associa Mid-Atlantic

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and continue to learn while enjoying life together. Some

delight in on-site entertainment and special events, while

others prefer to venture out and take advantage of regularly

scheduled, robust day-trips that leave right from the commu-

nity clubhouse. A relaxed environment and an easy social

life are added bonuses to living at some of these amazing

communities.

On-site Activity and Lifestyle Directors assist by facilitating

the daily schedule of events. Residents can take advan-

tage of events such as New Year’s Eve parties in their very

own clubhouse to avoid driving home too late. Summer

“An active adult community affords many

choices and provides opportunities

for residents to make new friends with

similar interests.”