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Westminster Village, 500 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort, AL 36527, (800) 843- 3740, (251) 626-2900,
www.westminstervillageal.com This 56-acre, gated life-care community features garden homes, suites, apartments, car ports, and complete health services. Amenities include gar- dens, a library, a wood shop, an art studio, a fitness center, an indoor pool, a putting green, and sched- uled activities. We are a nationally accredited, five- star rated, nonprofit community in operation since 1983. (See ad on page 78.) PET FRIENDLY
ARIZONA Splendido, 13500 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85755, (888) 381-8889,
info@splendidotucson.com,
www.splendidotucson.com Splendido is a resort-style CCRC offering sweeping mountain views, spacious apartments and villas, plus a 10,000-square-foot fitness center, a spa, an 18-hole putting course, four restaurants, a movie theater, and the Sonora on-site health center. It’s the winner of two Best of 50+ Housing awards and was named one of Tucson’s “Best Places to Live” in 2007 and 2008. (See ad on page 106.)
Sun City, (800) 437-8146, (623) 977-5000,
www.suncityaz.org/moaa Sun City offers the best value for retirement. The community, northwest of Phoenix, offers a low cost of living, with low taxes and the lowest fees. Nearby health care includes the Banner Boswell Medical Center and The CORE Institute. With five regulation and three executive golf courses in the area, as well as three country clubs, there’s plenty to do. Seven recreation centers provide access to swimming, bowling, pickleball, fitness, and more. (See ad on page 20.) PET FRIENDLY
ARKANSAS Westminster Village of the Mid- South, 5215 Southside Drive, Blytheville, AR 72315, (800) 914-2516, (870) 532- 6696,
www.wmv.org This rental retirement community is an exceptional value. Its spacious three- and four-bedroom homes have access to amenities including an activity cen- ter, a swimming pool, a wellness center, security patrol, a woodworking shop, a library, free RV parking, the S.A.F.E. alert pendant program, free basic cable, and easy access to an 18-hole golf course, plus residents receive 10 meals a month at the café. Sign a three-year lease on any deluxe apartment and pay only $650 a month. (See ad on page 122.) PET FRIENDLY
CALIFORNIA Air Force Village West, 17050 Arnold Drive, Riverside, CA 92518, (800) 729- 2999,
www.afvw.com Air Force Village West is in Riverside, a city of arts and
innovation, and is southern California’s only not-for- profit CCRC for officers of all branches of the uniformed services and federal government officials and their sur- viving spouses. We offer an active, independent-living lifestyle and continuum of care including skilled nurs- ing, assisted living, and a special Alzheimer’s disease care unit. (See ad on page 113.)
Chateau La Jolla Inn, 233 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037, (888) 459-4451, (858) 459-4451,
www.chateaulajollainn.com La Jolla’s premier residential community offers beautifully appointed studio and one- and two-bed- room apartments and elegant, carefree living only a half block from the Pacific Ocean. Near shopping, entertainment, and hospitals, it boasts an activities program, elegant dining, garage parking, and a pro- fessional staff. (See ad on page 116.)
The Covington, 3 Pursuit, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, (877) 225-4444,
www.thecovington.org The Covington is a 12-acre gated CCRC of apartments and cottages with 24-hour security, a fitness center, an indoor pool, a concert hall, a putting green, a wood shop, a cocktail lounge, a beauty salon, an art studio, and a fine-dining room. Assisted living, memory care, and skilled-nursing care are available on campus. (See ad on page 80.) PET FRIENDLY
Paradise Valley Estates, 2600 Estates Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533, (800) 326-0419,
www.pvestates.com Paradise Valley Estates is northern California’s only not-for-profit CCRC for retired military of- ficers and their spouses or widows. It is a 68-acre residential community only minutes from Travis AFB. Paradise Valley Estates offers an on-site health care center, skilled-nursing care, assisted living, and full-scale amenities. Choose between homes and apartments, and enjoy an entrance-fee refund plan. Call to schedule your personal tour or overnight stay. CARF-CCAC-accredited. (See ad on page 65.) PET FRIENDLY
Paradise Village, 2700 East 4th St., National City, CA 91950, (866) 907-0998,
www.liveatparadise.com This new, Mediterranean, village-style gated community in San Diego offers retirement and assisted-living apartment homes and luxury pent- houses. Inclusive monthly rent covers housekeeping, utilities, a 75-foot heated pool, a wellness center, restaurant dining, a 212-seat theater, an 18-hole putting green, and more. Special military discounts and services are available for military beneficiaries. We are close to several military installations. Reward yourself, and call now for a private tour and lunch. (See ad on page 114.)
Regents Point, 19191 Harvard Ave., Irvine, CA 92612, (800) 278-8898, (949)
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www.regentspoint.com Regents Point is a 15-acre CCRC overlooking a 347-acre regional park. It offers tours seven days a week. You can redesign your own apartment or villa, choosing from 11 floor plans with three contracts: month-to-month, nonrefundable entry fee, or 75-percent repayable entry fee. We have a brand new dementia-care unit. (See ad on page 54.)
Wesley Palms, 2404 Loring St., San Diego, CA 92109, (858) 274-4110,
www.wesleypalms.org Wesley Palms is a 35-acre-plus retirement com- munity with a park-like setting that overlooks Mis- sion Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Amenities include cottages, apartments, a heated pool, a fitness cen- ter, a putting green, a wood shop, a sundries store, and local transportation. There is no entrance fee. Monthly fees for one-bedroom accommodations start at $5,000. Other options are available. As- sisted living is available on site. (See ad on page 111.) PET FRIENDLY
COLORADO Liberty Heights, 12105 Ambassador Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921, (719) 481-9494 Liberty Heights Retirement Community is nestled on a hill overlooking north Colorado Springs. All single-story townhomes have picturesque views of the fabulous Air Force Academy, including the Air Force Chapel and Air Force Stadium. Our continuum of care offers independent living, assisted living, and rehabilitation all in one supportive, caring commu- nity. (See ad on page 80.)
DELAWARE Westminster Village, 1175 McKee Road, Dover, DE 19904, (866) 710-3101,
www.wmvdover.org Westminster Village is a CCRC in a neighborhood setting that can comfortably fit your needs for the rest of your life. Enjoy living near Dover AFB, three colleges, golf courses, Dover Downs, a regional mall for tax-free shopping, and beautiful Delaware beaches. PET FRIENDLY
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Knollwood/Army Distaff Foundation, 6200 Oregon Ave., N.W., Washington, DC 20015, (800) 541-4255,
www.armydistaff.org Exclusively for retired military officers and their families since 1962, Knollwood is a nonprofit con- tinuing-care community that caters to the lifestyle you deserve. We provide the care and support you need, from independent living through full-time nursing care. Amenities include an indoor pool, a library, a chapel, rehabilitation services, guest rooms, and more. Transportation to Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Bethesda Naval Medical Center in Maryland, and shopping is provided daily. (See ad on page 19.) PET FRIENDLY
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