Residents Bobbie and Forrest
Recognizing that they were aging sent Forrest and Bobbie on the hunt for a more carefree living environment, one where they wouldn’t have more chores than their energy levels could handle.
They explored several options, from condominiums to independent living. But it was the appeal of Morgan Orchards’ small, rural, and serene location, sense of community, and proximity to their son that won them over.
“We’ve simplified our lives and have everything we need,” said Bobbie when reflecting on their downsizing process in which their children took many of the special family possessions. “It was freeing to get rid of ‘stuff’.”
And life at Strode Independent Living became home rather quickly for the couple.
“It only took a few days,” Bobbie shared. “The staff and residents were welcoming, friendly, and helpful. We have fun together and find ourselves and others laughing a lot.”
One of the things they love about the community is having a nurse on staff. They’ve found it a big help to have someone who could answer questions and assist them in finding new health care providers. Having relocated to the area, both Forrest and Bobbie were looking to establish local health care. And as part of the Gifford Health Care network, they’ve found a new medical home with Gifford providers.
The pair have also taken advantage of the community’s connection with Vermont Technical College, located just across the street from the Morgan Orchards campus.
“I enjoy walking to, and around, the VTC campus while Bobbie has her aerobics class at the swimming pool,” says Forrest who also enjoys spending time working on jigsaw puzzles in the library. While in her free time Bobbie tends to two garden spaces – a raised flower bed and a spot in the vegetable garden.
They both agree that the move to Morgan Orchards was a gift to themselves and their children, who have been freed from worry about their aging parents.
“We’re well-fed, secure, independent, and happy.”
[box title=”Create a Lifestyle You Love!” bg_color=”#dbf3f1″ align=”left”]The independent living lifestyle is about creating a life you love, one that’s as active as you’d like it to be. At Strode Independent Living, we offer a wide variety of activities for the mind, body, and soul.
