seniors: Meeting the Specialized Home Needs of Seniors in Orange County, California
- 01/06/08 01:24 PM
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 … (10 comments)
seniors: Gift Ideas For Seniors
- 10/08/07 05:47 PM
As a REALTOR® in South Orange County, California I'm privileged to work with many seniors helping them buy and sell their homes and condos. Many people know that my work puts me in touch with many seniors and their families so I'm often asked for gift giving suggestions. Shopping for seniors can be difficult because they've often accumulated many treasures over a lifetime.
To simplify, a good place to begin is by thinking about the things that we use every day that wear out or get used up. This will give us a great starting point.
Here are a few suggestions that may spark some ideas and solve … (29 comments)
seniors: Laguna Woods Village Says Farewell To A Landmark
- 05/24/07 11:49 AM
Last week marks the demise of a South Orange County landmark. When the development called Leisure World was first built back in the 1960's, the Rossmoor Corp. erected a beautiful globe to market the homes. It's original location was just about where Laguna Hills City Hall stands today on El Toro Road, just south of Avenida de la Carlotta and the 5 freeway. In the early 1970s: the globe was moved to a lot near Ridge Route and Moulton Parkway. In 1982: the globe was donated to the County of Orange. In the late 1990's the globe moved to a lot on Avenida de la Carlota … (4 comments)
seniors: Great Resource For Seniors and People With Disabilities
- 05/21/07 03:48 PM
On May 11th the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new member with a ribbon cutting. This is a business that everyone needs to know about. At Home Living Solutions is a company dedicated to helping people maintain their independence despite aging and/or disabilities. With our population graying so rapidly (someone turns 60 every second), there is a tremendous need for this type of business. At Home Living Solutions is a construction company that aids in consulting, design and construction and installation of access ramps, stair lifts, elevators, pool lifts, upright bathing units and a number of other access related items. They … (13 comments)
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.
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