Florida Retirement Communities

If you’re going to be on the road this summer, whether you’re taking an extended vacation or just traveling in the general area of your Florida retirement home, take advantage of Florida’s free 511 service. The Florida Department of Transportion’s 511 Traveler Information System is a free resource that provides real-time traffic information on Florida’s… Read More »

One of the best things about Florida retirement in Lake Ashton is that there are so many things to do in the summer. Consider a visit to Lakeridge Winery & Vinyards in nearby Clermont. In addition to regular complimentary tours and wine tastings, Lakeridge Winery’s summer schedule is packed with fun events appropriate for the… Read More »

When you think about what you’ll do in your Florida retirement, things like golf, swimming, tennis, taking classes and socializing likely come to mind – and Lake Ashton offers an abundance of such opportunities. In addition, we’d like to introduce an idea you may not have considered: babysitting. A recent study showed that babysitting once… Read More »

One of the best things about the Florida retirement lifestyle is the never-ending list of things to see and do year-round. Residents of Lake Ashton frequently enjoy the Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland. This former cattle ranch has been restored to its original natural state and ranks as one of the most impressive bird… Read More »

Long before the days of electricity and air conditioning, when homes were heated with coal, oil and wood and lighted with candles and kerosene, spring cleaning was a time to open up the house and get rid of the soot and grime that accumulated over the winter. Of course, if you are enjoying owning a… Read More »

It’s spring, and if you’re fortunate enough to be enjoying Florida retirement, you have a lot for which to be grateful. We asked some Lake Ashton residents for thoughts on how to celebrate gratitude during this lovely season and all year. Some ideas we heard: • Instead of an Easter basket full of candy, have… Read More »

One of the best things about Florida retirement is being able to exercise outside all year round, and walking is one of the best ways to stay fit at any age. The benefits of a daily brisk walk include: • Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight • Preventing or maintaining various medical conditions, including heart… Read More »

Retirement in general is a major life transition and choosing where you’re going to live after you retire is one of the most important choices you’ll make as you prepare for the process. If you’re considering retirement communities in Florida, these tips will help you get the most out of your tours: • Make a… Read More »