Florida Retirement Communities Place to Remember and Reflect

Where can you find an oasis, a place for refection, meditation, remembrance, or just for relaxation? At Lake Ashton we are fortunate to have the Refection Garden and pond. The garden was started and maintained by residents of Lake Ashton as a place to remember and reflect on one’s life. The peace and serenity found at the Refection Garden is just one of the reasons Lake Ashton is the premier active adult community in Florida.

Set on 1,200 acres with two 18-hole golf courses, 26,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse, 30,000 sq. ft. Health & Fitness Center and so much more. Lake Ashton is for those adults looking to live the Florida retirement dream. So when you’re looking for Florida retirement communities come find the place to reflect and remember what a wonderful place we live.

Florida Retirement Communities Nature Notes

By Alan Delorey

Spring is an exciting time for bird watching! A flock of 40 Bobolinks worked the grasslands on the western side of Lake Ashton. This is an uncommon species to see in this area as they migrate north to nest in hay fields. The Least Bitterns were heard calling from the marsh by the boat dock where they were first found nesting two years ago. A migrating Virginia Rail was also heard in the same location. A brown Pelican was seen soaring over Lake Ashton, and although a year-round resident in Florida, the Brown Pelican usually stays near the coast and is a rarity this far inland. A Swallow-Tailed Kite flew along the edge of Lake Ashton, only the second time this species has been reported in Lake Ashton. At the same time the Kite was seen, an adult Bald Eagle soared in lazy circles over the lake.

When your looking for Florida retirement communities remember Lake Ashton has it all. And now is a great time to visit and enjoy all that Lake Ashton has to offer including the spectacular nature setting.

Florida Retirement Communities Health and Wellness Update

By Abby Renardson

In general, Americans are generous people. This seems to be especially true of Lake Ashton residents. Unfortunately, many people make the mistake of sacrificing their own well being while taking care of others. If you've ever been on an airplane, and actually listened to the safety information, then you have heard the flight attendants instruct parents to apply the oxygen mask to themselves before assisting their children. There's a very good reason for this. If you can't breath, then you won't be able to help anyone else.

That basic premise applies throughout our lives. Many of us are so busy taking care of others that we do not make taking care of ourselves a top priority. And when we feel the results, so do all the others that have been in out care. So it is important to free your mind from its training, and rethink what it means to at least make yourself as important as everything else you are taking care of.

Prioritizing your own well being requires attention to both the physical and mental aspects of your life. Good fitness and nutrition are essential to having a healthy body. Planning is key to making sure you are able to put in the time required. Adequate sleep is something most Americans find elusive. Exactly why we sleep and what happens in the body during sleep is not understood, but the need for it is inescapable. Good habits such as not eating or exercising late, getting into bed only when you are ready to sleep, and having a comfortable environment are some things that will promote good sleep. Friends and family that provide support and emotional connection, as well as having fulfilling activities are important for one's mental health. Equally so, removing those people and activities that are draining or unfulfilling can be a huge relief and free you to focus on things and people that are good for you.

In the end, putting yourself first allows you to give more to others. You've heard "do unto others as you'd like others to do unto you." Now consider doing unto yourself as you're always doing unto others. This is part of being well!

Florida Retirement Communities Sizzling Summer Sale

It's time to plan a Great Escape visit to Lake Ashton. Join us this summer for 3 days and 2 nights and discover for yourself the premier Florida retirement community. This is a great chance to take advantage of reduced prices with more standard features. Watch the video for more details.