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Spring 2025 Issue
About the Cover Story & Articles in this issue - The outdoor drama is alive and well in North Carolina and provides retirees a great excuse to get out of town and have a mini ... not so mini ... vacation that has that special blend of an experience that includes the great outdoors, a warm evening, a history lesson told in a way that engages all age groups and simply great entertainment.[...]
Cover Story
Outdoor Dramas – A Carolina Tradition
The outdoor drama is alive and well in North Carolina and provides retirees a great excuse to get out of town and have a mini vacation that has that special blend of an experience that includes the great outdoors, a warm evening, a history lesson told in a way that engages all age groups and simply great entertainment. [...]
Feature Articles
Retirement Industry Continues to Evolve
The Retirement Industry continues to evolve and expand as it responds to the arrival of the Baby Boom Generation. The mass and impact of the Baby Boomers has long been discussed, watched and reviewed. Our industry has prepared and planned for this impactful group for years. [...]
New Product Videos
New Product Video for House of Rohl – Allia Fireclay Sink
New Product Video for House of Rohl - Allia Fireclay Sink
Housing
Best Floorplans for the Active Adult 55+
Floorplans are one of the most important aspects for homeowners and often the driving factor when making a decision about what kind of home to buy or build. The 55-plus population is still active and often retirement is delayed. Convenience and maintenance-free living are attractive amenities after years of raising children. Floorplans that include aging in place are also [...]
Retirement Communities
Well•Spring: $24-Million Bequest to Provide Resident Support
Florence H. Phillips, one of the first residents of Well•Spring, A Life Plan Community in Greensboro, has made a $24-million bequest that will significantly support the benevolence care for some older adults who live there. Well•Spring’s parent organization, Kintura, recently announced that the bequest is the largest gift to Well•Spring in its history. [...]
Healthcare
Aging in Place Doesn’t Mean Aging Alone
I have seen firsthand how compassionate, in-home care helps seniors thrive. Whether it’s help with daily activities, medication reminders, or simply sharing stories over lunch, the presence of a caregiver can have a profound effect—not only on quality of life but on length of life. [...]
Service Providers
The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia: Why Early Action Matters
More research is showing that hearing loss doesn’t just affect how well we hear — it may also impact how well we think, remember, and stay mentally sharp. Studies have revealed a strong link between untreated hearing loss and an increased risk of dementia. [...]
Staying Fit & Healthy
Stress is Yours to Control
Stress — That Old Familiar Feeling. Feeling edgy and unsettled? Have tightness in your chest? Eating more and sleeping less? We know what stress feels like. We know it isn’t good for us. But we often don’t know what to do about it. [...]
Arts, Leisure & Travel
Slovenia: Europe’s Best-Kept Secret
Slovenia, tucked between Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia, feels like Europe distilled. Breathtaking landscapes, world-class cuisine, and immersive experiences come together in a way that feels both deeply invigorating and entirely within reach. [...]