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Active Independent Living Communities

More Freedom. More Connection. More of What You Love.

Discover independent living at Acts Retirement, where today’s active adults discover that their best years lie ahead of them. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, resort-style amenities, and the long-term security and peace of mind of a life plan community.

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Life Here Looks a Little Different Than You Imagined.

Independent living gives you the freedom to spend your days exactly the way you want, with none of the maintenance or isolation that can quietly take over when you are living on your own.

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INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITIES

Everything You Hoped Retirement Would Be, And Then Some

Every day at Acts, residents find purpose and joy. Exceptional living experiences offer the chance to do something meaningful, something rewarding, something you love.


Whether that means picking up a new interest, deepening an old one, or simply enjoying the company of people who are genuinely glad you are here.

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Maintenance-Free Living

Home upkeep stops being your problem the day you move in. Instead, you have the freedom to explore the passions and purpose that help you thrive.

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Restaurant-Style Dining

Chef-prepared meals are served daily, so every dinner feels like a night out.

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Lifelong Learning and New Interests

Classes, workshops, and programs enrich your mind and give you something to look forward to every week.

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Fitness and Well-Being

Fitness centers, wellness classes, and individual health plans keep you active and independent longer.

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Hear From the People Who Wish They’d Chosen Acts Sooner

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Debbie Capraro The Terraces at Bonita Springs Resident

“We fell in love with our apartment. It’s like living in a resort. Everyone seems willing to go the extra mile for you and always greet you with a smile. I feel safe and secure. Everybody knows everybody by at least their first name. It's pretty amazing! It really is a community in the truest sense of the word.”

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Joe Gable Spring House Estates Resident

“Living at an Acts community probably adds years to my life, and if it’s not years, it’s making the years I am living more enjoyable and active. It’s easy to meet new people here, and spend time doing what you love. Everything is taken care of in the monthly fee, you don’t have to worry about the gas bill, electric bill, and property taxes. It’s fantastic.”

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Senior Living Near You

Find a Community That Feels Like Home

28 campuses along the East Coast, each with its own character, setting, and community. No matter which you choose, you’ll find our commitment to Life Care and culture of Loving-Kindness.

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Is Independent Living Right for You, or Is It Too Late to Start?

It is one of the most common questions we hear. The honest answer is that most people come to our senior living communities sooner than you might think, and a few come later. Both work. What matters is finding the right fit for where you are right now.

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Independent Living: Active & Inspired

For adults 55+ who do not require supportive health services but want to plan ahead for a day when they might.

If you are healthy, active, and ready to stop spending your time on home maintenance and start spending it on everything else, independent living at Acts is where you belong.

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Assisted Living

For adults who need supportive health services now. If you or a loved one needs help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or medication management, assisted living provides that support without giving up community, connection, or dignity. And because our communities offer both levels of care on the same campus, a move to assisted living does not mean leaving the home you have built.

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Still Not Sure If the Time Is Right?

Every conversation with a Life Care Consultant starts with your questions and ends with helpful answers, not a pitch. Their job is to help you figure out what makes sense for your life right now and discover the best solution for you.

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Senior Living Costs

Predictable Retirement Living Costs, From Move-In Day Forward

Your entrance fee locks in access to the full continuum of care at today’s rates, and protects the nest egg you’ve spent years building thanks to predictable future fees–even if an enhanced level of care is needed tomorrow Acts Life Care closes the gap before you ever need it, giving you the peace of mind that independent living on its own simply cannot provide.

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More Than 50 Years of Not-for-Profit Financial Stability

When you’ve spent decades planning for retirement, your financial security shouldn’t be left to chance.

  • As a Type A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Acts is built to lock in Life Care while you’re healthy and independent, allowing you to pay for tomorrow’s long-term healthcare in today’s dollars
  • Care you may need years from now is already accounted for in what you pay today
  • Even as your health needs change, you can stay in the community you know, with the people you know
  • Long-term care insurance can work in your favor and reduce your entrance fee

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You’re Protected, Even if You Outlive Your Assets.

The Acts Samaritan Fund supports residents who, through no fault of their own, outlive their personal savings, according to the terms of the resident contract.

If you outlive your personal savings through no fault of your own, you will not be asked to leave. Financial support is there for residents who may need it. That is what it means to choose a not-for-profit community that actually means it.

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Common Questions About Independent Living at Acts

There is no wrong time to make a smart decision. Most Acts independent living residents move in while they are still active and healthy, giving themselves more time to enjoy the community and build relationships before any care needs arise. Moving in later is also possible. A Life Care Consultant can help you figure out what makes sense for your specific situation.

Monthly fees typically include dining, utilities, maintenance, access to fitness and wellness facilities, scheduled transportation, and community programming. Specifics vary by campus. A Life Care Consultant can provide a full breakdown for the community you are considering.

Yes. Acts communities are designed to accommodate couples whose needs differ. You and your spouse can receive different levels of care while remaining in the same community, so you stay close to each other regardless of how your situations change over time.

As a not-for-profit, every dollar you pay in stays in the community — reinvested in care, programming, and the people who live and work here, not returned to shareholders. That means a full continuum of care on one campus, costs that don’t rise based solely on a change in your health needs, and more than 50 years of financial stability behind the name on the door. The best way to feel the difference, though, isn’t reading about it. It’s walking in. The spirit of Loving-Kindness is something you’ll recognize immediately.

The Best Time to Plan for the Future Is Before You Need To.

Schedule a tour at the Acts community nearest you and see what independent living actually looks like.

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