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Celebrating Kwanzaa at Trilogy Lake Norman.
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Staying social is good for the body and the soul BY » Renee Roberson
taying socially engaged is not only good for the soul, it can be good for your health. Being socially isolated can lead to health issues such as depression, cognitive decline, high blood pressure and heart disease. 55+ active communities are well known for providing a variety of stimulating activities and educational opportunities for residents. This is important to note, as a recent study conducted by the University of London concluded that friends, and not family, may make the difference when reducing the risk of dementia later in life.
Karen Spell, a broker/ realtor with Helen Adams Realty who is also a designated Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and 55+ Community expert, says access to social activities are one of the main questions she gets concerning clients looking to move to an photo courtesy of Trilogy Lake Norman active lifestyle community. Questions include: • Is there an activities director? • What percentage of people participate in activities? Fun at Grease Movie Night. • Is it easy to make new friends and get involved? Active Adult Community,
Spell also receives many says their community questions concerning the has many people that live size and features of the alone, and she recognizes community clubhouse, isolation is never good for which is often viewed as people. Prior to COVID-19, an extension of the home. the community’s calendar A glimpse inside was full every day with a variety of activities such Debbie Iannucci, Lifestyle as group fitness classes, Director at Bailey’s Glen pickleball, jitterbug lessons and Bible study.
“We’ve always said that this was a menu and people can pick and choose,” she says. “There is always something for everyone.” Normally, residents attend outside excursions such as cruises, trips to places like The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, and participate in specialized groups such as the Antique Car Club, Wine Clubs and Book Clubs.
During the pandemic, Iannucci says they’ve worked diligently to make sure residents continued to stay connected even while adhering to statewide social distancing guidelines. More tech-savvy residents helped manage and set up Zoom calls. The staff held exercise classes online and they also arranged to have area restaurants deliver food to Bailey’s Glen so residents didn’t have to
The residents at Bailey’s Glen Active Adult Community have plenty of opportunities to stay fit. Something for everyone Trevor Sunderlage, Lifestyle Director for the Twin Mills Club at Trilogy Lake Norman, says, “We have members from all walks of
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life with different interests from numerous areas of the county. It’s important to have a variety of activities and events so there is something for everyone and also new things that members can try for the first time.”
He says that one major thing that makes Trilogy Lake Norman different than a lot of other active-adult communities is The Twin Mills Club. The centerpiece of the community, the club is managed by BlueStar Resort & Golf—a boutique hospitality management company. BlueStar Resort & Golf manages all aspects
Access to activities is one of the most requested items on 55+ Community wish lists.
of Trilogy Clubs across the country, including the restaurants, fitness, travel, activities and onsite and off-site events.
Trilogy Lake Norman offers The Foundry Restaurant & Bar with a full-time food and beverage staff at the club, where they offer an array of culinary events, activities and classes. Members can attend wine dinners, cooking classes with the restaurant’s executive chef and themed events with live entertainment. Membership with Freedom Boat Club is also included for all members, says Sunderlage.
A pasta-making class at Twin Mills Club at Trilogy Lake Norman.
The importance of being social
“The variety of social activities in a 55+ community is of major importance as most everyone in the community is looking to make new friends with others in a similar stage of life, and enjoy things they now have time to indulge in,” says Spell. “I am often told the new friends and socialization in a 55+ community is the absolute best part of 55+ life.”
She adds that in her opinion, the most popular 55+ LKN communities are Trilogy at Lake Norman for its outstanding range of amenities and home prices, 3 Cherry Way for its foursided quality brick homes with an all-inclusive price that includes all options and upgrades and Bailey’s Glen for its prime location, premier amenities, attractive
Members of Bailey’s Glen took a cruise to the Southern Carribean this past February.
curb appeal and the ability to customize new build homes.
There are many ways to get involved in your local community and stay engaged if you haven’t already. Examples include volunteering your talents, finding new hobbies, traveling, and finding new friends and social activities through social media networking. Although being social looks a little different these days, it is still possible when done safely.
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