[robertj1954]

I would say it is never too late to make a change that will improve your quality of life. My wife and I are in our middle 50s but blessed to have made the right decisions throughout our careers that allow us to enjoy TV at an earlier stage in our life. I have played golf with some guys in their middle to late 80s and they are still enjoying life, even when they triple bogey! Another senior lives at Freedom Point (Assisted Living) but still plays golf 3 times a week.

I have heard several times that the Villagers live longer then the average senior up north. I believe it. Do yourself a favor and make the move to TV. It will be one of the best things you do in your senior years.

[Challenger]

My wife and I are 73. Bought a CYV in early 2009 to have a winter place. After four one week, to one month visits, we pulled the plug and are moving to TV for the duration on 9/1/11. My Kids and grandchildren visited for a month and loved it here. We play golf 3-5 times a week , eat out frequently, travel to other venues, have friends "down to visit", and wish we had been here several ago. Some say that this is not a place for everyone, but I can't think about whom they refering.

[Schaumburger]

Originally Posted by Challenger

My wife and I are 73. Bought a CYV in early 2009 to have a winter place. After four one week, to one month visits, we pulled the plug and are moving to TV for the duration on 9/1/11. My Kids and grandchildren visited for a month and loved it here. We play golf 3-5 times a week , eat out frequently, travel to other venues, have friends "down to visit", and wish we had been here several ago. Some say that this is not a place for everyone, but I can't think about whom they refering.

Challenger, Congratulations to you and your wife on your impending transition to becoming frogs.

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by Challenger

My wife and I are 73. Bought a CYV in early 2009 to have a winter place. After four one week, to one month visits, we pulled the plug and are moving to TV for the duration on 9/1/11. My Kids and grandchildren visited for a month and loved it here. We play golf 3-5 times a week , eat out frequently, travel to other venues, have friends "down to visit", and wish we had been here several ago. Some say that this is not a place for everyone, but I can't think about whom they refering.

Congrats. It sounds like you feel younger when you are in TV.

The sooner the better.

[HelenLCSW]

We are 80 and just bought in Sanibel --is that over the top?

[teachnmo]

My new next door neighbor is a female that is 83. Don't think 70 is too old at all!

[Schaumburger]

Originally Posted by HelenLCSW

We are 80 and just bought in Sanibel --is that over the top?

HelenLCSW -- From what I've heard, once you move to TV you age backwards. In about 6 months you will be back to age 40! . Seriously I think it's great, and I hope you enjoy every moment of your new home in Sanibel.

Now that people are actually living in Sanibel, I'd better go check out to see how things have changed in Sanibel since my last visit to TV in July. So Sanibelers I will be checking out your village next month when I'm back in TV.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by jadlos

I'm 66 and my husband was 74 in March. We visited TV for the first time in Feb. and we moved in to our new home in Tamarind Grove on June 27th. It was the smartest thing we've ever done.

Great advice from jadlos. Moe, no worries about starting over in The Villages. You'll soon have a bushel full of friends. IMHO, you couldn't pick a better place to spend your Golden Years, and I wish you many more!

[momesu]

Old is a state of mind not a number based on a calendar year. From what I've been reading here it is near impossible to be "old" in TV. Just by moving there ones state of mind sames to improve 100%. I only hope I survive the next month of moving activities. Once I spend my first night in TV I plan to wake up much younger than I feel right now. There are times like this morning at 3am when I literally want to start over in TV meaning bring nothing with me but the clothes on my back.....

Suzanne

[Ohiogirl]

Originally Posted by momesu

Old is a state of mind not a number based on a calendar year. From what I've been reading here it is near impossible to be "old" in TV. Just by moving there ones state of mind sames to improve 100%. I only hope I survive the next month of moving activities. Once I spend my first night in TV I plan to wake up much younger than I feel right now. There are times like this morning at 3am when I literally want to start over in TV meaning bring nothing with me but the clothes on my back.....

Suzanne

I'd at least bring a bathing suit in my purse You ladies know how awful those are to shop for.

[momesu]

Originally Posted by Ohiogirl

I'd at least bring a bathing suit in my purse You ladies know how awful those are to shop for.

hmmmmm......I haven't worn a swimsuit in years. I guess I need to be thinking of getting one again huh?????

Suzanne

[Freeda]

Originally Posted by momesu

hmmmmm......I haven't worn a swimsuit in years. I guess I need to be thinking of getting one again huh?????

Suzanne

My suggestion is, get several! You may be at the pools alot!

[CaptJohn]

Originally Posted by momesu

Old is a state of mind not a number based on a calendar year. From what I've been reading here it is near impossible to be "old" in TV.

This is a great statement.

[jebartle]

To add a story to the Great Fumar, I played golf with a 91 year old, he walked and used a push cart and was the only one in the foursome with a birdie on the card....Better get her quick so you can have as much fun as I do!!!

[rjm1cc]

This is a good question. However age is probably less important than other variables in deciding to make the move. I would look for a rental for a few months or a year and see how you like it. I also think the age of each community (residents) differes a little due to the year of construction so you should be able to find a community your like.