FALL 2015 RETIREMENT GUIDE

DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS ARE NEGATIVELY RELATED TO RETIREMENT. IN OTHER WORDS, RETIREMENT REDUCES THE PROBABILITY OF DEPRESSION.

Explore life at Fleet Landing, where the social culture reflects its military roots while expanding to encompass retirees from all occupations. Fleet Landing of- fers a vibrant lifestyle with luxurious amenities, a wide range of fulfilling well- ness activities, gated 24-hour security, and homes and apartments to fit every lifestyle. Independent living, assisted liv- ing, skilled nursing, and memory care are on campus with a Mayo Clinic nearby. Fleet Landing is an accredited, nonprofit CCRC in northeast Florida, just minutes from the beach. (See ad on page 95.) PET FRIENDLY

Freedom Plaza, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., Box 352, Sun City Center, FL 33573, (888) 467-5202, www.freedomplaza.com Freedom Plaza, founded by the Retired Officers’ Corp., sits on a 140-acre nature preserve near Tampa Bay. A very ac- tive CCRC, with an executive golf course and beautiful new tennis courts, it is the perfect next step in your journey. Guaranteed lifecare and health plans are offered to help ensure you are taken care of should the need arise for continuing care. Guarantee your future care with Freedom Plaza’s Lifecare. Military and VA facilities are nearby. (See ad on page 99.) PET FRIENDLY

Indian River Colony Club, 1936 Free- dom Drive, Viera, FL 32940, (877) 835- 8768, www.indianrivercolonyclub.com/ us-military Indian River Colony Club (IRCC), “The Place Patriots Call Home,” is an active 55-plus private country-club community on Florida’s Space Coast, with two- to four-bedroom single-family homes, most with waterfront or golf views and some

with private pools. Nestled on a lush 453 acres with 28 lakes and a beautiful par-72 golf course, IRCC offers residents a gen- erous maintenance program (inside and outside maintenance), 24-hour staffed security, and a full array of country-club amenities. IRCC is for those who desire a very friendly neighborhood atmosphere and an active lifestyle, with over 40 clubs and activities. The community is close to Patrick AFB, upscale shopping, Port Canaveral, Melbourne International Air- port, and beaches. (See ad on page 85.) PET FRIENDLY

Minto Communities, (877) 898-6034, www.mintofla.com Developing award-winning communities, creating inspired lifestyles, and building quality homes for over 60 years, Minto has built more than 70,000 homes, including over 20,000 in Florida in 44 communities throughout the state. Minto creates distinctive communities offering exceptional new-home values and world-class amenities in the most sought-after locations in Florida. (See ad on page 86.)

Osprey Village, 48 Osprey Village Drive, Amelia Island, FL 32034, (904) 277-8222, www.osprey-village.com Osprey Village, an all-inclusive, premier retirement community located on Amelia Island, Fla., helps members live longer, healthier, and happier lives through the carefree, affordable lifestyle, which offers maintenance-free living, daily fine dining, a nationally recognized wellness program, and on-site health services. The community features independent- living cottages and condominium-style villas, assisted living, and Alzheimer’s disease care. (See ad on page 78.)

Shell Point Retirement Community, 15101 Shell Point Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908, (800) 780-1131, www.shellpoint.org Scores of military officers and veterans have chosen Florida’s largest life-care community, located on prime water- front property near Sanibel Island. This resort setting includes three existing neighborhoods plus a new development, The Estuary. Amenities include boat- ing, golf, dining, lifetime learning, travel, recreation, and comfortable residences plus superlative wellness programs

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and health care. (See ad on page 83.) PET FRIENDLY

University Village, 12401 North 22nd St., Tampa, FL 33612, (800) 524-5020, (813) 975-5009, www.universityvillage.net As an exceptional CCRC in Florida, Uni- versity Village provides lifetime benefits for residents through The Shield. Univer- sity Village offers its residents spacious apartments and villa homes, resort-style amenities, and services with the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have planned well for the future. (See ad on page 113.) PET FRIENDLY

Valencia Lakes, 5006 Stone Harbor Circle, Wimauma, FL 33598, (800) 506- 0997, www.glhomes.com This gorgeous gated community with 55-plus living included is located in greater Tampa. New villas and single- family homes are available. Amenities include a 27,000-square-foot club- house, resort pools, tennis, baseball, pickleball, bocce ball, a dog park, and more. A lifestyle director offers shows and every imaginable club, activity, and event. Carefree living ranges from the $200,000s to the $400,000s. Deco- rated models are open daily.

Villages of Citrus Hills, 2400 N. Terra Vista Blvd., Citrus Hills, FL 34442, (800) 511-0814, www.citrushills.com Located in the water wonderland that is Citrus County, we offer active resort- style living in a relaxed suburban setting, with easy access to Tampa, Orlando, and Gainesville. World-class ameni- ties include three championship golf courses, two tennis centers, private res- taurants, and the 45,000-square-foot BellaVita Spa and Fitness Center. Home and site packages range from the mid- $300,000s to over $1.2 million. (See ad on page 39.)

Westminster Communities of Flor- ida, 80 W. Lucerne Circle, Orlando, FL 32801, (800) 948-1881, www.westminsterretirement.com Discover Westminster Communities of Florida, offering active living with an emphasis on wellness and lifelong learning with nine stunning loca- tions in Bradenton, Jacksonville, Or- lando, St. Petersburg, Tallahassee, and