Solstice 55-Plus Communities Lifestyle – Hitting the MLB Spring Training Games

Posted in Arizona, Florida, Solstice Lifestyle | Wednesday, February 29, 2012

MLB GameAs the days start to get longer and the weather even nicer, some of our Solstice Communities residents may find their minds wandering to America’s favorite pastime – baseball! Luckily, Florida and Arizona have tons of baseball games to make even the most fanatic baseball lover happy! Major league, minor league, spring training, regular season – you name it, it’s here. For those whose hearts still belong to their favorite northern baseball team, Florida and Arizona are great for spring training games from March until the beginning of April.  And, this week gets us started!

Arizona is host to the Cactus League during the spring if you want to spend the day enjoying jumbo hot Continue reading →

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Solstice 55-Plus Communities in Florida – Spotlight on the Tampa/Sarasota Area

Posted in Florida, Solstice Lifestyle | Thursday, February 23, 2012
Riverside Club Ruskin Florida

Riverside Club

Many are familiar with all that Florida in general has to offer – great year-round weather, beaches, sporting venues, and attractions galore. But there are so many hidden gems throughout that we thought we’d spotlight a few for you. There aren’t many areas to retire to in Florida that will situate you perfectly on the Gulf Coast between the culture and sophistication of Sarasota and the active, vibrant city life offered in Tampa. However, Solstice Communities was able to do just that with its Riverside Club Golf & Boating community located in Ruskin, Florida.

Located approximately 27 miles north of Riverside Club is the bustling city of Tampa, home to three professional sports teams, museums, and popular attractions like Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, and the Continue reading →

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Solstice Communities Retirement Lifestyle Tips: Choosing the Right Tablet or E-reader for You

Posted in Solstice Lifestyle | Tuesday, February 21, 2012

iPad ImagesWith such active retirement lifestyles, some retirees don’t have time to stay current with all the latest and greatest tech gadgets. However, by now you may have heard of a tablet or e-reader, such as a Kindle, Nook, iPad and so on. These increasingly popular, mobile devices, often with a touch screen, are all the rage no matter your age.  If you are looking to buy one of these, how do you choose which one is best for you? We’ve come up with a breakdown of some of the most popular tablets and e-readers to help you decide which one is right for you.

Kindle E-reader

These popular e-readers have several different options for you to choose from.  The Kindle, Kindle Touch, and Kindle Keyboard are all quite similar in their functionality. Each is primarily used as an e-reader. The Kindle does not have a touch screen feature which is the main difference amongst the others. Pages are turned by using the buttons below the screen. All of these are non-color devices, Continue reading →

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Spotlight Manufactured Home: Park Place #1154, A Sebastian, Florida 55+ Community

Posted in Florida | Thursday, February 16, 2012

Manufactured HomeLooking for one of the best places to retire in Florida? Look no further than this month’s spotlight home at award-winning Park Place located in Sebastian, Florida, a vacation lover’s paradise. This spacious new manufactured home for sale, located at 1154 W. Lakeview Dr., encompasses approximately 1,800-square-feet of living space. It is truly a chef’s dream! The highlight of this new home is the inviting kitchen with upgraded platinum kitchen appliances, maple cabinets, and island kitchen countertop. The 18″ ceramic tile extends from the kitchen into the foyer, baths and family room, with upgraded carpet and padding in the living and dining areas and bedrooms. It’s the perfect home for entertaining with its split-plan design, tower vault with tray ceiling, tri- Continue reading →

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Solstice Communities Retirement Lifestyle: Golf Tips for Boomers

Posted in Solstice Lifestyle | Monday, February 13, 2012

Golf Course at Riverside FloridaRemember years ago before you retired how you dreamed of being able to spend your days enjoying bettering your handicap out on the golf course? How many of you became too busy in your active retirement lifestyle and haven’t swung a stick much? Well, for those of you that answered “yes,” we are here to help get your golf game back on track. These tips will have you looking like the next Phil Mickelson in no time… but that’s only if you’re wearing the same outfit.

  • Does your busy retirement lifestyle have you running late to your tee time? If so, you may have to forego your warm-up on the driving range. However, you can still get loosened up by putting two clubs together to make Continue reading →

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Solstice Communities Retirement Lifestyle Tip: Heart-Healthy Habits

Posted in Solstice Lifestyle | Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Healthy Living SeniorsDid you know February is Heart Health Month?  Organizations like the American Heart Association and CDC have dedicated this month to raising awareness for heart disease and stroke. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The best way to prevent this serious disease is to educate Americans on how to live heart-healthy lives. Solstice Communities found a few heart-healthy tips to share with you and your loved ones. Add them into your busy retirement lifestyle to improve your heart health since taking care of your heart is important for everyone.

  1. Limit unhealthy fats and cholesterol. A high blood cholesterol level can lead to plaque in your arteries, which increases your risk for heart attacks or strokes. Continue reading →

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