The Good Life by Greater Wilmington Business Journal / WILMA magazine

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Located between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, the charming port city of Wilmington, NC, is found. Southeastern North Carolina has so much to offer, from the mild climate to the beautiful beaches, the area has been a hot spot for tourism and new residents alike. Whether you are seeking an engaging and active lifestyle or a more relaxed get away after retirement, the greater Wilmington area provides many options to choose from – all enhancing the quality of your life.

LOCAL AREAS Wilmington, situated in the heart of New Hanover County, is surrounded by and made up of a variety of smaller communites, each with their own unique quality. Historic downtown Wilmington features restaurants, retail, hotels, condos, event venues, and plenty of sightseeing. Visitors and locals can enjoy a stroll along the Riverwalk after sampling local cuisine or taking it easy on a guided horse and carriage ride along the exposed cobblestone roads through antebellum neighborhoods. Mid-town Wilmington offers more mainstream retail, restaurants, the bustling college campus of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and the expansive greenspace and recreation offered at Long Leaf Park. Just outside of Wilmington, New Hanover County also offers three beaches that each promote its own local flair. Wrightsville Beach is located close to mid-town Wilmington, making it a convenient spot for locals to enjoy dinner at one of the popular waterfront restaurants or use the town’s walking path, known as “the loop” that circles the main part of the island. Aside from the gorgeous turquoise waters of the beach itself, boat ramps, kayak rentals, and yacht clubs are popular amenities at Wrightsville Beach as many folks enjoy boating on the waterways adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean. Carolina Beach is home to many hotels, restaurants, and a beach-front boardwalk. This familyfriendly beach has a small town, country feel that promotes care-free relaxation. A bit farther south than Carolina Beach is Kure Beach, home to a pallet of oceanfront homes and condos, the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, and a drive-on ferry that crosses the Cape Fear River to Southport.

Neighboring New Hanover County are two counties boasting their own coastal appeal, Brunswick to the west and Pender to the north. Brunswick County is the fastest growing county in the state of North Carolina for good reason. From the suburban small-but-growing Town of Leland in the north to the coastal charm of Calabash in the south to the quaint, made-for-film riverside town of Southport, each town features its own appealing qualities. No less than six beautiful beaches line the coast of Brunswick County – Sunset Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Caswell Beach, and Bald Head Island. These Brunswick County beaches are some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, a fact not lost on the throngs of new residents. With activities and recreation inland and on the coast, the Pender county communities of Burgaw, Topsail Beach, Hampstead, and Surf City are among the most popular. From fresh seafood markets, unique retail, and strawberry and blueberry farms, the small towns in Pender County keep visitors coming back and locals happy to have such a

wonderful place to call home. Fishing, golf, and annual festivals keep things fun and active in Pender County. The beach towns of Surf City and Topsail Beach share an island along Pender County’s coast making these beach communities even more tight knit.

HOUSING CHOICES After retirement, some individuals prefer to “age in place,” meaning to stay in their current home and area as they transition into their retirement years. Alternatively, a growing trend for retirees is to stay active and, above all else, genuinely enjoy where you live. For most, this means considering where adult children and grandchildren are located and situating close to them – or better yet, moving to a destination location where family can come and visit you during these years of enjoyment. For those in search of such a place to relocate, climate is often high on their list of priorities. Most folks will agree that mild year-round weather will influence their decision when planning a move after retirement. You won’t deal with snow, ice, and constant

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cloud cover here in Wilmington. Our mild, yet seasonal, climate allows for most outdoor activities to be enjoyed every day of the year. Active lifestyle communities, retirement communities, and assisted living are all offered here in Wilmington. Communities like Landfall in Wilmington, Brunswick Forest in northern Brunswick County, and Saint James in southern Brunswick County are all active lifestyle communities that don’t exclude young professionals and families from living in the communities. However, these communities are particularly appealing for independent retirement age adults who have formed groups within these neighborhoods over the years. Typically, these neighborhoods are managed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) or Condo Owners Association (COA), provide several onsite amenities such as pools, fitness centers, spas, restaurants, community gardens, and more. Community association groups, made up of neighbors volunteering their time and lending their expertise, will often form committees to plan neighborhood social events. The Village at River Landing is located in

the Pender County town of Wallace and features newly constructed homes for folks of any age. This community features a golf course, miles of wooded trails, and the River Landing Clubhouse, which offers fine dining for residents. An experienced local Wilmington realtor is a great place to turn to learn more about these independent active lifestyle communities and consider which one might suit you best. Retirement communities cater specifically to mature adults who are seeking a neighborhood that will focus on promoting the wonderful years of retirement and typically will only allow folks 55 and up to reside in the community. These neighborhoods are wonderful places to make connections

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and socialize as most everyone has one thing in common – living the dream of retirement. Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe is a resort lifestyle retirement community located in Belville, just minutes outside of Leland in Brunswick County. Devon Parish, Executive Director of Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, explains, “At Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, you can still live independently. You can still drive. You can still play golf. You can still cook. However, if your needs change, we can accommodate that too.” The community offers one- and twobedroom apartments with screened in balconies, restaurant style meals served daily, weekly housekeeping services, and more. Close to downtown Wilmington and Brunswick County beaches, this community has everything within reach. Living the best years of your life on the Carolina coast doesn’t get much better than when you’re living at Cambridge Village in Wilmington. Just two miles away from beautiful Wrightsville Beach and conveniently located next to Mayfaire Town Center, Cambridge Village offers luxurious apartments, a salon, café and smoothie bar, the Village Restaurant, and more. While the amenities and convenient location speak for themselves,

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retiring at Cambridge Village takes away the hassles of housework, utility bills, and repairs while still allowing you to maintain your independence in an upscale community. Liberty Senior Living specializes in creating state-of-the-art communities for mature adults. Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall is one of their top-notch communities located in Wilmington. The community offers independent and assisted living with customized plans. One feature that is most convenient about Carolina Bay is the Bradley Creek Health Center, which is located on campus so residents don’t even have to leave the community for certain healthcare procedures. Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall has created an extensive social network where residents take part in community gatherings, celebrations, wellness classes and study groups. Liberty Senior Living also features Brightmore of Wilmington as one of their independent

or assisted living communities. Whether you are looking for minimal assisted living or need more support, the folks at Brightmore have the perfect place for you. With an onsite library, gift and essentials shop, billiard room, and aquatics and fitness center, your needs will always be met here. Located in the northern portion of New Hanover County is Plantation Village, a non-profit retirement community that spans across 56 landscaped acres. This community has several built-in amenities making it hard for residents to find a reason to leave campus. According to Anna Cook, Marketing Coordinator for Plantation Village, “Plantation Village makes it possible to enjoy life to the fullest while we take care of the everyday hassles of homeownership. From weekly housekeeping services to landscape and home maintenance, we strive to help you make more time for the things that bring you joy.” Taking

the burden out of everyday living so residents can enjoy more of what they love is important to the team at Plantation Village. The community also offers a variety of wellness classes. Cook shares, “Our heated indoor saltwater pool is one of the most beautiful spaces on our campus. It’s popular for those looking to swim laps or take our water aerobics classes. We have a lovely gym with air-based strength training equipment, cardio rowers, treadmills and bikes and we host a variety of classes in our exercise studio. You’ll find everything from tai chi and Zumba to Pilates and chair yoga at Plantation Village.” Health and wellness aren’t the only things that Planation Village concentrates on. They are known for their on-campus dining services which host a variety of options. When discussing the dining services offered at Plantation Village, Cook mentions, “The Magnolia Dining room at Plantation Village features a gorgeous view of the Blue Heron Pond and matching delicious fare created by Executive Chef John Balderson. Our menu changes weekly and there is an everyday option of filet, crab cakes or Atlantic salmon. We also have a pastry chef and partner with Feast Down East to procure meats and locally grown produce. Our upcoming expansion project includes an exciting renovation of our existing dining room and the addition of a second bistro to expand options even further. Our culinary team delights in making new creations, playing off family recipes and providing a unique dining experience for life.” No matter what type of housing you’re looking for, the Cape Fear region is ready for you to make your home here. Choosing the community that’s best for you is easy with the vast selection of housing. Which community will reflect your unique style and living preferences? Take a look at some of these featured communities today and start planning for the good life.

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Having access to quality healthcare is important for everyone, especially as we grow older. Whether you are new to the Cape Fear Region or are already a resident and are considering making the switch to a new physician, the process can feel overwhelming. How do I know which doctor to choose? What if the specialized medical services I require aren’t located in the immediate area? Feeling comfortable with your healthcare provider and knowing that they are conveniently located within your local area are important. Luckily, the Cape Fear Region is home to several established hospitals and reputable specialists alike. This convenience and piece of mind that comes with most all medical needs can be addressed in your own community is something that residents have come to appreciate and rely on.

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New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) is the centerpiece of the region’s medical scene. While NHRMC has been serving the region for over fifty years, Novant Health recently added it to their portfolio of medical centers. This acquisition has allowed for a collaboration with UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine, further expanding the medical expertise and opportunities available to residents of the region. Over the decades, NHRMC has grown their services in the tri-county area to a total of 855 licensed beds among three hospital campuses, offering a variety of specialty centers including cardiac, obstetrics, trauma, vascular surgery, intensive care, rehabilitation, and psychiatry. Moreover, it is the primary referral hospital in the region. From walk-in emergency services to inpatient and outpatient services and a variety of specialists, NHRMC has been meeting the needs of our community and their continued growth reflects a commitment to

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continue to help and heal residents in our area. Pender Memorial Hospital, located in Pender County, works with NHRMC to provide healthcare to local communities such as Burgaw, Topsail Beach, Hampstead, and Surf City. Their emergency care department is open 24 hours a day and staffs local surgeons as well as surgeons who travel from Wilmington to meet the needs of patients closer to their home. Pender Memorial’s offerings include endoscopy, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation just to name a few. Their compassionate staff are committed to provide quality care to each patient in need of care. And while their services and staff are exemplary, the convenience that the medical center brings to the residents of Pender County makes living in this area even more appealing. Also a member of the Novant Health family is Brunswick Medical Center, located in the central-Brunswick

County town of Boliva. Brunswick Medical Center provides the highest quality of care to each patient in a safe and comfortable environment. With almost 200 physicians and specialists, 450 employees, and 150 volunteers, Brunswick Medical Center meets and exceeds the needs of their patients. Offering a comprehensive list of services that include specialty and progressive care units, imaging and laboratory services, and physical therapy, the center serves to treat patients with preventative and ongoing care. While Brunswick Medical Center manages thousands of patients each year, they are not the only hospital located in Brunswick County. Dosher Memorial Hospital can be found just blocks away from the waterfront in the city of Southport. This hospital is also close to area beach communities such as Oak Island Beach and Caswell Beach. The team at Dosher is committed to providing excellent care to their

community by offering medical services that the community needs close to home such as cardiology, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, and more. The hospital also offers a walk-in primary and urgent care center on Bald Head Island during tourist season. Wilmington Health, a network of primary care, urgent care, and multi-specialty providers, has been a mainstay in the greater Wilmington area for over 40 years. With locations

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don’t have to give up an active, rewarding lifestyle to enjoy the peace of mind that comes from right-sizing their home and having continuing care in place at Bradley Creek Health Center should they need it. Whether for yourself or for a loved one, call to schedule a private tour to discover all that our community has to offer. Assisted Living · Memory Support · Skilled Nursing · Rehabilitation

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WE ARE LIBERTY Liberty Healthcare is a Wilmington based, family-owned company that has been helping people manage their healthcare and residential needs for more than 145 years. Principal owners, Sandy and Ronnie McNeill, are proud to call this area home, and are the fifth generation of the McNeill family that has been immersed in the healthcare industry. The company founders, who opened their first pharmacy in 1875, established Liberty’s core values of quality, honesty, and integrity that guide us to this day. LIBERTY SENIOR LIVING Liberty Senior Living is the development and operations management company for Liberty’s senior living division. We oversee the development, financing, acquisition and operation of independent living, assisted living memorycare and Life Plan Communities. For more than 30 years, Liberty Senior Living has been offering seniors access to a full continuum of services in luxury communities built in some of the most desirable locations in the Southeast. With two locations here in Wilmington, Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall and Brightmore of Wilmington which includes The Kempton and The Commons on

the Brightmore campus, Liberty Senior Living is posed for growth and a continued commitment to helping seniors live life to their fullest. COMMUNITY OFFERINGS Liberty Senior Living communities have been designed for active seniors. They are filled with fabulous amenities and an abundance of activities for promoting physical, mental, social, educational and spiritual well-being. We have specifically designed and/or acquired communities that are able to offer our residents whole-person wellness, distinctive dining, life enrichment, and top-class amenities and services. With the active senior in mind, Liberty has branched out into the Active Adult division with its first community, Inspire Coastal Grand, just opened in Myrtle Beach, SC with a future location near Brunswick Forest in Leland, NC. Our community and service offerings combine housing, health care, hospitality, and ancillary services. Our senior living communities offer residents a state-of-the-art home-like setting, assistance with activities of daily living and, in some communities, licensed skilled nursing services. We also provide ancillary services including home health, hospice, in-patient short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and out-patient services to residents Continues on page 64

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in many of our communities as well as seniors living outside of our communities. We offer our residents the opportunity to “age-in-place” by providing a full range of service options as their needs change. With a diverse range of community and service offerings, we are positioned to take advantage of favorable demographic trends over time. WHOLE - PERSON WELLNESS AND LIFE ENRICHMENT One of our core values at Liberty is whole-person wellness, the integration of a person’s multiple dimensions, including physical, nutritional, spiritual, social and intellectual, into positive beliefs and meaningful activities. We encourage all of our residents to participate in this program. Our goal is to help our residents remain

“At Liberty Senior Living, we offer all sorts of activities. There are classes and cooking demonstrations, outings and social groups, concerts or movies, lifelong learning opportunities, book clubs, women clubs and walking clubs,” Haley Norris, Regional Wellness and Enrichment Director. at their highest level of functional abilities, and even to improve their fitness and wellness once they move into one of our communities. Wellness is not just about physicality. We know that engagement and socialization play a crucial role in the mental health and wellbeing of our residents.

Isolation can diminish the immune system and have other negative impacts on physical and emotional health. Our wellness facilities and equipment are state-of-the-art, and all of our wellness instructors are certified. Energetic instructors conduct both land and water classes, as well as training on the stationary equipment. Classes are tailored to residents’ requests and participation, from yoga to tai chi, water aerobics to line dancing. Residents design their own community program based on their interests, and our wellness instructors are also available for coaching and personal training upon request. We encourage residents to indulge their current passions and discover new ones as they embrace all life has to offer.

WHAT LIBERTY HAS TO OFFER: DISTINCTIVE DINING Liberty’s Senior Living communities offer distinctive dining and a remarkable range of culinary choices for residents and their guests. The various venues and menus afford residents a wide range of healthy, dining options. Best of all, our communities offer dining dollars or a decling monthly balance which are including the the monthly rent that can be used at the residents’ discretion. This policy allows residents the flexibility to dine out with friends without paying for meals they are not eating at the community. 664 4

AMENITIES AND SERVICES As a resident of a Liberty Senior Living community, you’ll let go of house and yard upkeep and embrace all the services and amenities we offer to ensure your comfort, convenience and safety. Weekly cleaning, grounds maintenance/ landscaping, and concierge services, such as scheduled transportation and dry cleaning pick-up and drop-off, round out the offerings that help you let go of the drudgery while focusing on fun and personal fulfillment.

· fully equipped fitness center complete with a salt water pool and hot tub · a professionally staffed day spa and salon · multiple dining venues; several living rooms, libraries and game rooms; · plus an art studio and various meeting spaces · onsite security and emergency response services, giving both you and your family invaluable peace of mind

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Call to schedule your visit today! Residents of Brightmore of Wilmington love the living choices, abundant resort-like amenities and nearly endless social engagements available to them. Here, residents and their families will love the emphasis on nutritious dining options, whole-person wellness and the peace of mind that comes from having continuing care at The Kempton and Commons in place should they need it. Call 910.507.7834 to schedule a visit and don’t just live here...LOVE IT HERE. 2324 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 BrightmoreOf Wilmington.com Retirement living choices offered by Liberty Senior Living

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across the tri-county area, from Jacksonville to Leland, Wilmington Health has earned a stellar reputation in the community for their convenient locations, variety of specialty care, and expert medical staff. Some of their specialties include ear nose and throat, hearing aid services, neurology, and robotic surgery. Since they began serving the community in 1971, Wilmington Health has grown considerably to continue to meet the needs of our growing region. Wilmington Health has become a high-performance health care system in itself that continues to add to its offerings to enhance patient care and convenience.

HEALTHCARE OPTIONS Wilmington is also home to a wide variety of complementary and alternative options such as chiropractic centers, acupuncturist, and nutritionists. Alternative healthcare options have been growing in the Cape Fear Region over the last decade as more and more individuals seek relief from common ailments with the use of holistic healthcare. When using one or some

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of these alternative healthcare options in conjunction with mainstream medical care, some patients find greater relief and wellbeing.

CARE MANAGEMENT Sometimes healthcare can be more than scheduling an annual exam with your primary care physician. Moving through the complexities of a diagnosis

or change in health can be overwhelming and often support is needed. Care management can help you and your family members move through situations like this with ease. Assistance For Life matches Care Managers with individuals who need support with long term planning, choosing a home care provider or retirement community, or help if you or a loved one are transitioning from a hospital to home or rehab. When discussing specific offerings of

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care management, Nikki Zeldin, Aging Life Care Professional and owner of Assistance for Life, explains that “Unforeseen changes in health can present roadblocks on life’s journey into the golden years. We walk the path with individuals, couples, and families providing guidance on resources and services, as well as advocacy and navigation within the healthcare system. Our goal is to keep people moving through the unexpected twists and turns.” From ongoing maintenance to short-term guidance, the team at Assistance For Life provides a “wholeperson approach” that considers all aspects of the individual and their situation. Assistance For Life also offers a Driving Fitness Program that can be beneficial if a loved one is considering whether or not to drive. Noa Alper, Aging Life Care Professional, OTR/L, and owner of Assistance For Life, shares, “Our Driving Fitness Program helps answer the sometimes difficult question, ‘Should I or my loved one continue behind the wheel?’ Our goal is to identify risks through evidence based

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As the region continues to grow and expand, so do the medical providers, always striving to ensure the best in modern care and cuttingedge technology while maintaining the convenience and sense of community that makes our area so appealing.

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clinical evaluation and help individuals maintain independence if it is time to transition to being a non-driver.” If loved ones or family reside out of town, it can be difficult to find the support needed if a change in health occurs. The regular visits and client advocacy provided from an Assistance For Life Care Manager can lift the burden of feeling alone in the process.

The healthcare resources available in the Cape Fear Region are as abundant and diverse as each individual’s healthcare situation. And as the region continues to grow and expand, so do the medical providers, always striving to ensure the best in modern care and cuttingedge technology while maintaining the convenience and sense of community that makes our area so appealing.

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LIFE KEEPS GETTING BETTER…

AND SO WILL YOUR NEXT REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist®, Shellee Brun has completed extensive training to help guide mature adults through the home buying process. Whether buying or selling, new to the Cape Fear Region or a local looking for a change, let Shellee take the stress out of your transaction – she has the knowledge and experience needed to make your next move your best move. TESTIMONIAL  "Thanks for all the help since we got together a couple weeks ago. I wish that you had been my agent in NY. It would have made our life a lot easier. Thank you again for helping us buy the perfect home for us. You make it seem so easy and seamless.”

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CONTINUED LEARNING The advantages of continued learning are significant at any age. Keeping our minds, in addition to our bodies, active promotes a healthier and happier lifestyle. Moving forward with continuing education strengthens our ability to relate with others, stay creative, and find interest in new activities and hobbies. Over the years, the Cape Fear region has placed great value on its learning institutions and making education opportunities easily accessible for residents. And while our local campuses have grown over the years, in size and offerings, continued learning at any age has always been encouraged and accommodated.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), led by the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), provides learning opportunities for adults 50 years of age and older. OLLI aims to provide high-quality and intellectually stimulating programs to engage its learners. The facility strives to connect the university community with the lifelong learning community and programs are developed and led by university faculty. And while lifelong learning is OLLI’s main focus, it’s not their only one. Fostering individual growth and social connection among its members through providing diverse courses is an important part of the institute’s mission. OLLI offers academic courses in art history, environmental science, creative writing, science and technology, and

more. In addition to their academic courses, OLLI offers active and outdoors classes such as birding, gardening, and yoga. Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is another educational pillar in our community. Their Community Enrichment programs encourage people of all ages to learn something new. Some of their offerings include oil painting, canning jams, serving on an HOA board, practical boating, craft beer brewing, and even how to raise backyard chickens. These enrichment classes are geared to be fun, affordable, and expand horizons.

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Safe Places: Robert Johnson On view through August 1, 2021

Elizabeth Bradford: A House of One Room On view through October 17, 2021

THINGS TO DO Youth and Adult Classes and Workshops Virtual and In-Person

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There is certainly no shortage of things to do in the Cape Fear Region. With the combination of festivals, concerts, art, culture, beautiful beaches, waterways, and mild climate, recreation is everywhere. Our region is known for its golf courses too, with many communities situated on or nearby these coveted green spaces. Staying active outside all year round with our mild climate is easy – so if golf, tennis, or even pickleball is your sport of choice, finding a group who plays year-round is easy too.

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A favorite activity for many locals is a regular visit to the Cameron Art Museum. The Museum connects our community to art by offering a space to gather that promotes appreciation of art to all museum guests. Not only does the museum offer an array of exhibitions on view, they also offer classes and workshops, programs, events, and their own Cam Café Restaurant and Bar. Anne Brennan, Executive Director of the Cameron

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Art Museum, invites guests to “Join us at the CAM Café for lunch, brunch and dinner with live music on Thursday nights and Saturday brunch. And the Café is open to the general public, no museum admission or membership required.” The museum is a wonderful place to spend the day and Brennan encourages community members to “Spend your summer with us at the Cameron Art Museum and explore our galleries and our outdoor ArtPark. The beautiful nature-inspired exhibitions include Robert Johnson’s ‘Safe Places’ and Elizabeth Bradford’s ‘A House of One Room’ and are on view all summer.” If you are interested in creating your own art, the museum offers in-person and virtual classes and workshops. Learning more about the area’s local history is enjoyed by many who reside and visit Wilmington. The immaculately preserved Bellamy Mansion, found in historic downtown Wilmington, offers tours to guests with a focus on sharing the history of the mansion and the community. Just a few blocks away from the Bellamy Mansion is the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, which also offers tours of the historic home and holds special events.

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ACTIVITIES AND SOCIAL GROUPS When relocating, finding social groups is an important part of assimilating into your new community. And while finding groups of folks to socialize with might be easy in your immediate area, reaching further into the community’s social scene can broaden those social opportunities.

The Osher Life Long Learning Institute coordinates a variety of Shared Interest Groups (SIGs). A SIG consists of OLLI members who are interested in meeting people who share common interests. These groups can form out of a shared OLLI class when individuals want to continue learning and discussing specific class topics, or they can be less formal groups that focus on topics like genealogy research, walking, or book clubs. All OLLI members have access to these groups. Finding connection within a group that shares your interests is a healthy and important complement to an active lifestyle. The New Hanover County Senior Resource Center offers ways for aging adults to meet through the various activities they offer. Some of their recurring weekly activities include billiards, cards, art groups, line and tap dancing, and table tennis. If one or some of these are of interest to you, register for the activity by contacting the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center. Keeping folks connected through recreation fosters the ability to continue living life to its fullest. Photo courtesy of UNCW

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Live Oak Dental is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. We do this by providing comfortable, efficient and quality dentistry in a unique environment. One of the things that sets Live Oak Dental apart is the dedication of our amazing professional team. It takes a strong commitment to teamwork to provide you with an experience that is perfect from the moment you arrive until you leave our office with a happy smile. We would love for you to stop by and meet us in person, but until then, please take a moment to learn more about us and our passion for providing you with the highest quality dental care possible. DR. DANIEL J. DUFFY, D.M.D. Dr. Daniel Duffy received his D.M.D. from East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine and holds a BS in Business Administration from the ECU

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College of Business. His private practice, Live Oak Dental in Wilmington, NC specializes in family dentistry, advanced dental procedures, and wellnessbased care. Dr. Duffy is a member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the North Carolina Dental Society. Dr. Duffy invests in his own professional development through regularly participating in advanced dental training programs. He has completed several graduate level curricula, including dental

Driven by a passion for helping others, Dr. Duffy strongly believes in offering his patients an exceptional dental experience from consultation to conclusion. His focus is high quality dentistry and an excellent patient experience at the office. His team utilizes leading-edge technology such as digital radiography and a 3D imaging scanner to provide comfortable and comprehensive dental treatment. COSMETIC DENTISTRY SERVICES PORCELAIN VENEERS

With porcelain veneers you can change gaps, chips or permanently stained teeth without any invasive treatment. Using a strong, thin, custom-made shell that slips over your front teeth, they provide a seamless, beautiful smile. COMPOSITE VENEERS

With composite veneers you can change gaps, chips or permanently stained teeth without any invasive treatment. Using a thin layer of beautiful composite bonding

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on your front teeth, they provide a seamless, beautiful smile. DIGITAL SMILE DESIGN

With the latest advancements in dental technology and imaging, our dental team has the ability to digitally design your new smile using the most up-todate techniques is dentistry. Planning cosmetic dentistry in this manner allows the dentist to achieve a predictable, precision outcome whether you are planning on veneers, crowns or dentures for your new smile. CLEAR ALIGNER THERAPY (INVISALIGN)

Having beautifully straight teeth is simple with Clear Aligner Therapy thanks to the clear aligner technology which has been developed over the past two decades. By

utilizing non-metal clear aligners that are changed every couple of weeks, we are able to straighten minor to semi-major crooked teeth and gaps — leaving your smile noticeably straight without the use of traditional metal braces. SLEEP APNEA WHAT IT IS

Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing is briefly and repeatedly interrupted during sleep. The “apnea” in sleep apnea refers to a breathing pause that lasts at least ten seconds. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open, despite efforts to breathe. Another form of sleep apnea is central sleep apnea, in which the brain

fails to properly control breathing during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is far more common than central sleep apnea. SYMPTOMS

Chronic snoring is a strong indicator of sleep apnea and should be evaluated by a health professional. Since people with sleep apnea tend to be sleep deprived, they may suffer from sleeplessness and a wide range of other symptoms. TREATMENT

Dr. Duffy at Live Oak Dental works closely with physicians to treat snoring and sleep apnea. At your first visit, Dr. Duffy will talk to you about the benefits of treatment. You also will receive information on the potential side effects and the cost of therapy.

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Live Oak Dental is committed to improving the lives of our community through world class dentistry. The goal of Project Smile is to have a positive impact with one individual in our community by giving them the smile of their dreams. Three candidates will be chosen from the submitted entries to receive a complimentary exam, digital x-rays and cleaning and one winner will receive a smile they will be proud of for a lifetime.

WHAT SETS US APART: COMFORT

Patients in our practice experience the highest level of comfort during dental procedures. To ensure patients are comfortable during their visit to our office, we offer complimentary coffee bar, warm towel service, ear plugs, neck pillows, blankets and music to help our patients feel at ease during their visit with us.

COMMITMENT

Dr. Duffy and the team are committed to providing high quality dentistry to all of our patients. We strive to offer the best dental materials and the most up to date technologies in our practice. We spend more time with our patients during procedures, and never rush through a procedure to see another patient. Dr. Duffy spends over 50 hours per year on continuing education to advance his skills and provide top tier care to patients in the practice.

EXPERIENCE

Our patients love coming to our office for a visit. We pride ourselves on a great dental experience for our patients, every time they come in the practice. Whether we are laughing about a joke in an operatory, telling a great story at the front desk or working with patients to decide on an insurance plan that fits them best, we always put out the “good vibes” so patients can enjoy coming back to see us when they need to.

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OSHER LIFE LONG LEARNING INSTITUTE 620 S. College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 910.962.3195 uncw.edu/olli Open floor plan The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCW provides lifelong learning opportunities for adults aged 50 and older.

CFCC COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

411 N. Front Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.362.7254 cfcc.edu/community-enrichment Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) offers a selection of personal enrichment

WILSON CENTER 703 N. Third Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.362.7913 wilsoncentertickets.com/center-info The Wilson Center is a popular performing arts center in our area. The center’s grand performance hall with three floors that wrap the stage create excellent views for guests.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM

3201 S. 17th Street Wilmington, NC 28412 910.395.5999 cameronartmuseum.org Cameron Art Museum (CAM) is a

814 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.798.4370 capefearmuseum.com The Cape Fear Museum of History and Science hosts a variety of exhibits, programs and events, and collections that enrich our community and highlight its history.

BURGWIN-WRIGHT HOUSE AND GARDENS

224 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.762.0570 burgwinwrighthouse.com The Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens is a colonial building open to the public that operates as a museum, venue rental, and features exhibits and events.

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BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUM 503 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.251.3700 bellamymansion.org Offering tours, events, and venue space, the Bellamy Mansion Museum invitesguests to take a step into history while visiting.

126 S. 3rd Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910.762.0492 lcfhs.org The Lower Cape Fear Historical Society at the Latimer House has been preserving local history since 1956. The society operates the Latimer House which offers tours of the house, historic district walking tours, and events.

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601 S. College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 910.962.3500 uncw.edu/arts/kenan/index.html Kenan Auditorium is a performing arts venue on the UNCW campus that brings an assortment of performances to their guests and is home to wellknown local events.

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1624 Princess Street Wilmington NC 28401 910.782.4405 frankharrfoundation.org/what-we-do/elders Sage Wilmington brings local LGBTQIA elders together by organizing social

NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION AND ARBORETUM 6206 Oleander Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 910.798.7660 arboretum.nhcgov.com Arboretum offers guided tours of it’s beautifully maintained gardens and resources for beginning and experienced gardeners alike through educational programs and events.

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CAPE FEAR PICKLEBALL CLUB

capefearpickleballclub.org Cape Fear Pickle Ball Club is committed to promoting pickleball in Southeastern North Carolina. The club allows members to find places to play in the area and keeps current on the latest local pickleball news.

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CAPE FEAR VOLUNTEER CENTER MATCHES VOLUNTEER AGENCIES WITH INDIVIDUALS 5041 New Centre Drive, Suite 215 Wilmington, NC, 28403 910.392.8180 capefearvolunteercenter.org The Cape Fear Volunteer Center matches individuals with agencies that connect individuals with service opportunities in Southeastern North Carolina.

MATCHES MENTORS WITH BUSINESS OWNERS AND ENTREPRENEURS 410 Oleander Drive Wilmington, NC, 28403 910-452-5395 capefear.score.org/volunteer SCORE volunteers support local entrepreneurs in the community by providing thier time as mentors to start-ups and business owners.

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LISTS LOCAL VOLUNTEER OPENINGS 5919 Oleander Dr Building II, Suite 115 Wilmington, NC 28403 910.798.3900 ext.115 sharecapefear.org Share Cape Fear is powered by the Cape Fear Collective, United Way, and New Hanover Disaster Coalition and lists local volunteer opportunities and non-profits in the area that are looking for support.

UNCW CIE MENTOR PROGRAMS PROVIDES MENTORS THAT HELP GUIDE LOCAL BUSINESSES 803 South College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 910-962-2206 uncw.edu/ciementors/index.html The CIE Mentor Program’s team of experienced professionals assists both campus- and community-based ventures by guiding them to their next business milestone.

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