Active Retirement Communities – Independence with Benefits

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While some people would like to remain at home as they get older, many find it increasingly difficult to keep up with their home maintenance and housekeeping, or they no longer desire to spend their time on these tasks. Alternatively, that’s why moving into active retirement communities is becoming more popular — they handle all […]

How to Adjust Your Diet for Healthy Living as You Age

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Healthy Living A balanced diet has impactful benefits for your physical and mental health, and it’s never too late to change your eating habits, even if you are in your 70s or beyond. In fact, a healthy diet can help lower the risk of many diseases and mental illnesses that seniors are susceptible to, ranging […]

Our Journey to Independent Living

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#1 Don’t be a Sissy! My friend’s mother, Sissy, passed away several years ago.  She was much beloved, and many family memories were preserved in her home. It was full of love. It was also filled with a lifetime accumulation of furniture, artwork, collections, Christmas, with a full attic and garage… (you get the picture…and […]

Arts in Wilmington – Summer To Do List

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Don’t Miss These Summer Art Offerings in Wilmington, North Carolina In Wilmington, North Carolina, there are no shortage of places to enjoy art and entertainment for seniors! From the beautiful outdoors to the buildings steeped in history, there is something for everyone this summer in Wilmington! Discover New Art in Historic Venues Wilmington is home […]

Volunteering is the perfect way for seniors to share their time

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Spring is well underway, providing plenty of opportunities for active seniors to get outside, head off on road trips, and have some fun. As the weather gets warmer, members of The Davis Community here in Wilmington, NC have plenty of beachfront activities nearby. But there’s also so much more to do near our retirement community […]

Active Retirement Lifestyle – Gardening and Yoga

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Wellness and Retirement Go Hand In Hand in Wilmington It’s no secret that staying active can lead to healthy and happy retirement years. In fact, recent studies show that adding just 15 minutes a week of exercise each year can have a tremendous effect on slowing down the aging process. In Wilmington, North Carolina, there […]

Apartment Homes Wilmington NC – Location, Location, Location

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Apartment Homes, Wilmington NC – Choose 11 styles at The Residences Location, location, location. The first decision you make about retirement is likely to center around where you will spend these years. At The Davis Community, we know firsthand of all the things that beautiful Wilmington, North Carolina has to offer. From greenspace to city […]