<p>From afar, I watched my inlaws age in their Florida 55+ community. It was a lovely place, and I certainly enjoyed visiting. One of the real issues however, is that after a few decades of happy retirement, you and your neighbors tend to grow into old/old and then you are facing decline and death all around you. </p>
<p>At least as of a few years ago, there were many bargains to be had in the 55+ communities on the Atlantic side of Florida. </p>
<p>Working with folks of that demographic, many certainly enjoy their lives in 55+ places, especially in the sunbelt. </p>