When I first began my career in real estate, I wasn't old enough to qualify for senior discounts or live in the local active senior retirement communities of South Orange County like, Laguna Woods Village (formerly Leisure World), Palmia, or Casta del Sol. So, I didn't think of myself as a senior. Well, I'm beginning to find out I was wrong about that. Many government agencies classify us as seniors once we hit age 50! I was shocked to discover this.
I guess the difference is that today's grammas and grampas aren't like the ones I remember from my childhood. My Grammy wore orthopedic shoes and stockings, never wore slacks, pinned her hair up in a bun and never had a remote control for anything. She never learned to drive and never had hired help inside the home or a gardener. The closest she came to a gym was watching the Vic Tanny commercials on television.
Times have certainly changed. We're not only living longer, we're living better. Our quality of life is so good we've had to adjust to the idea that we will live into our 80's and 90's. With this longevity, come many new concerns such as Long Term Care, homes that are senior-friendly (for some this could mean the need for ramps and grab bars in the bathrooms), and what's the earliest tee time we can get a couple days a week? Today's active seniors are looking for opportunities to volunteer their time and use the skills their skills. They're taking classes to keep up with expanding technology and to stay; fit. As Americans, we are living longer, healthier, more active, and more productive lives than ever in the history in our country.
As a real estate professional, I've been watching the needs of many of my clients changing. So, I've been working to accumulate resources for my clients who fall into this senior category and their families. I've amassed a list of qualified, reputable, professionals and trades people who meet many of the specialized needs of this unique and ever-expanding portion of our population called seniors. If you are a senior or know a senior who may be seeking resources regarding their changing housing needs, I'd be pleased to furnish information that may be of help to you. No obligation, just information. I'm here to help!
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Marlene Bridges, REALTOR® 800 777-1775
South Orange County Real Estate Website
Orange County Seniors Lifestyles Blog
SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
CRS-Certified Residential Specialist®
President - Laguna Hills/Laguna Woods Chamber of Commerce
Marlene is a highly experienced South Orange County CA REALTOR® specializing in residential Real Estate and the sale of Homes and Condos in South Orange County, California and Saddleback Valley cities of: Laguna Woods, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo.
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