Tryon Estates Friendship Breaks Barriers

May 22, 2018

At age 76, Rita Shimkus of Tryon Estates is living proof that you’re never too old to overcome a debilitating fear.

She credits moving to an Acts Retirement-Life Community to helping her truly live her best life. You can read the full article in the Henderson Times-News and Spartanburg Herald Journal.

91-year-old helps 76-year-old friend break barriers

COLUMBUS – At age 76, Rita Shimkus is living proof that you’re never too old to overcome a debilitating fear. Her friend, 91-year-old Pat Dockendorf, is proving that you’re never too old to help someone do just that.