“We thought we were in good shape. After we came here, we discovered what real fitness was. This morning we walked four miles at least, and then I swam in the pool!”

“Every phase of my life I’ve learned something else. And being where I am and the age that I am, I just think this is the best time of my life. I had lived for 45 years in the same condo, and you acquire a lot. It’s freeing to think you don’t need all those things you think you need.”

“The right time to move in here is when your heart says I need others. I need to protect myself. I need to think of my family. And I have to know that I am a blessing to them and not a burden.”

“It’s the absolute best thing we ever did. We had no idea that we would have so much fun living here. As far as I’m concerned all of my friends should move here.”

“I absolutely feel less stress being at Royal Oaks. I have some friends who tell me that I look 10 years younger than I did before I moved here.”

“My husband and I were quite a team. We did everything together. I [still] keep busy, and I like that. It keeps me out of mischief.”

“Stay healthy-physically, mentally and socially. Stay connected and volunteer when opportunities arise. I have been able to do and accomplish most things on my bucket list. If something new and exciting pops up, I will be open to it.”