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Active Senior Living Health and Fitness Programs at Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill

Senior living should also be active living! The stigma surrounding aging, where people relax in rocking chairs and spend the day knitting, is now challenged by the “active aging” concept. Active aging is all about ensuring that seniors remain engaged in different physical activities as they age. From cardio to strength training and balance classes, residents at Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill are enjoying the many benefits of our senior-designed fitness programs. Through our partnership with fitness training company, AAAI/ISMA Fitness, our team took training courses to become equipped to lead classes that focus on seniors’ overall health and wellness.

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Active Senior Living Hamilton Mill Veteran Residents Take Flight Thanks to a Good Cause

Dream Flights landed at Gwinnett County Airport to honor senior veterans who have served their country. The nonprofit selected Arbor Terrace Hamilton Mill veterans as a part of their mission to give back to those who have served. Dream Flights pilots, who fly for major airlines and are active duty or retired military veterans themselves, volunteer their time to fly these veterans in the country's largest fleet of Stearman biplanes.

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Active Senior Living, Retirement Top 5 Reasons You Should Retire in Dacula, GA | Arbor Company

Located about 45 minutes outside of Atlanta, Dacula blends the quiet comfort of suburban life with easy access to one of the South’s greatest cities. Whether you’re an Atlanta resident weighing a move to the suburbs or a senior in another state seeking the perfect community to spend your retirement, Dacula could be a great fit. Here are five reasons to choose Dacula.

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Active Senior Living, Activities for Seniors, Senior Activities 10 Fun Summer Activities for Seniors

No matter how old you are, summertime is a fun time. For kids, summer means at least two months of freedom from school. As a young adult, it might mean hanging out at the beach or the pool. As a parent, it could mean packing the car and taking a family road trip. And even if you’re older now, that’s still no reason to spend your summer sitting around. Check out some of these fun summer activities for seniors who are living in the northern part of Georgia.

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Active Senior Living How Seniors Can Experience an Active Lifestyle in Dacula, GA

Nestled between the hustle and bustle of Atlanta and the verdant rural beauty of Helen, Cleveland, and Lake Lanier, Dacula offers a happy medium between city life and small-town living. With affordable houses on big lots and access to the Gwinnett County school system, it’s an enticing option for families with children. It also has much to offer seniors, including excellent dining and shopping, and plenty of ways to get involved in the community. Seniors who crave an active lifestyle in Dacula, Georgia, will find an endless array of options to please every personality. Here’s how to enjoy a fun and active lifestyle in Dacula.

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Active Senior Living What Senior Activities Are Available in Dacula, Georgia?

*This post was originally published March 2017 and has since but updated to reflect a more comprehensive list of senior activities. More than a quarter of households in Dacula, Georgia, have at least one person older than 60 living there. The community’s close proximity to Atlanta, affordable tax rates, below-average cost of living, and position at the center of Georgia's Innovation Crescent multicounty research coalition has made Dacula an ever-popular retirement location for seniors. What's more, Northwest Georgia’s beautiful geography and vibrant senior community offer plenty of activities that keep seniors active and engaged.

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Active Senior Living 34 Activities for Active Seniors in Gwinnett County, GA

Today’s seniors want to lead active, engaged lives. A survey of seniors over 75 suggests that 35-44 percent still exercise. Some seniors are more active now than they were in their more youthful days, thanks to more free time and a greater commitment to health. They’re yoga-ing, bicycling, and even skydiving their way into retirement. With a wide range of activities, affordable home prices, and all the benefits of Atlanta living without all the traffic, Gwinnett County offers the best of both worlds: easy access to the city with the quiet convenience of suburban life. Gwinnett County is also a great fit for nature-loving seniors who want to live longer. This sprawling county offers several rural neighborhoods, lots of fishing, and vast nature trails.

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Active Senior Living Fun Things for Seniors to Do in Dacula You May Not Know About

If you are looking for things to do for seniors in Dacula, GA, you may be surprised to realize there are activities that suit many interests and preferences nearby. The Dacula area is far enough from Atlanta to avoid the extra traffic and congestion, but close enough to take advantage of a day or evening in the city after only an hour trip one-way. But you won’t have to rely on going into the city to stay busy. In fact, there are activities closer you can attend alone or go to friends with. Here are a few ideas as you plan your upcoming summer season.

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