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senior living in Wilmington, NC

7 Fun Facts About Senior Living in North Carolina

Where you retire impacts how you retire. At The Davis Community, we love to be part of the Wilmington, NC, community —it’s the perfect place for seniors to cultivate a rich, fulfilling life. If you’ve never been to our great city before (or you’re considering making a move), here are a few of fun facts…

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The Official Summer Guide for Seniors in Wilmington, NC

The Davis Community in Wilmington, NC, is a beautiful community for seniors year-round, but it is especially vibrant in the summertime. Between the gorgeous outdoor spaces, unique activities, perfect weather, and friendly neighbors, seniors always have plenty to do as independent living residents in Wilmington, NC. The Davis Community’s Summer Guide for Seniors Whether you…

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What Is Independent Living? Is It Right for My Parents?

If you are considering helping your parents transition to a senior community, you may be wondering: What are my parent’s options? What is independent living? What kind of services do my parents need? Most independent living communities look and feel like private residences but come with daily support and a variety of social gatherings, amenities,…

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Everything You Need To Know To Plan For Retirement

Let’s face it: most of us would rather not discuss retirement planning. The concept of retirement might seem too far away to be relevant to some. Or, for others, retirement age could seem too close for comfort. Still others might be intimidated by the different financial terms and options involved in retirement planning. Whatever the…

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How to Be a Tourist in Your Own Town

Let’s face it – as much as we all love to travel, long journeys require a lot of time, energy, and money. Traveling in the year 2020 also poses unique health risks that we all need to consider. Fortunately, there’s a healthier, budget-friendlier way to satisfy your wanderlust right in your own backyard. Becoming a…

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What is the Best Way to Sell My Stuff?

Whether we’re looking to downsize or to simplify our lives a bit, most of us experience the need to get rid of stuff that we’ve accumulated over the years. If you need to re-home a significant number of things, a yard sale or donating to charity may be the way to go. Some organizations will…

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How to Benefit From an Indoor Herb Garden

Everyone loves the flavor of fresh herbs in their cooking. However, this time of year is too cold to be growing herbs outdoors. And there is the question of space. If you live in a small apartment or a condo, an outdoor herb garden may not be an option for you. Have you ever thought…

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New Year’s Resolutions for the Retirement Years

If you’re thinking that 2018 flew by, you’re not alone! Here we are with another year behind us, and 2019 just around the corner. The start of the new year is a time when many people not only reflect on the events of the past year, but they also plan for the future. The best…

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Top 6 Benefits of Living in a Retirement Community

If you’re nearing retirement or have recently retired, most likely you’ve faced a number of important decisions. What age will you stop working? Will you continue to work part-time? Will you stay in your home or relocate? Choosing the right place to live during retirement is an important decision. Many seniors decide that a retirement…

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