Long gone are the days of mandatory retirement at age 65, and with it, the idea that one’s golden years were to be spent simply sitting quietly on the front porch in a rocking chair as they watch life go by. To begin with, forget about that rocking chair – how does a morning spent working out in the gym or pedaling along the hike and bike trail sound? As for the front porch, seniors in Dallas find that they have a wide variety of housing options that can accommodate their budget, while enjoying their lifestyle in a community that encourages the development and pursuit of their personal interests, goals and activities.

Most people spend their entire career preparing for retirement. Spending more time with "the kids" and the grandchildren in theory sounds like a great idea. But the reality is you need time for yourself as well. If you have recently made the move to the Dallas area, either seeking more time with family or the warm weather, you may find yourself lost in the vast DFW Metroplex.

The Senior Source: Senior Citizens of Greater Dallas, www.theseniorsource.org may very well be your solution for filling up your days in meaningful and enjoyable ways when you are not with the grandchildren. According to their Web site, "The mission of The Senior Source is to improve the quality of life of older adults in the greater Dallas area." The goal is to cultivate the best quality of life for adults over the age of 55. There are nine programs that comprise this organization that serve the very frail to the very active.

Active Adult Communities in the area.

List of Retirement & Assisted Living Communities

List of Senior Centers in the Area