Close-knit Eagle’s Trace attracts savvy seniors
Celebrating its 15th anniversary this month, Eagle’s Trace knows that when it comes to a healthy retirement lifestyle, meaningful relationships make all the difference.
In a recent interview, Pam Burgeson, director of sales for the Erickson Living-managed community, explained how unique connections enhance the resident experience and encourage other seniors to become part of the community.
Q: How does the sense of community improve a resident’s retirement lifestyle?
Pam: It’s everything, really. When prospective residents are planning a move to Eagle’s Trace, there are many practical considerations, from floor plans to amenities. But residents who have been experienced our community for some time will tell you that the best part isn’t the fitness center or delicious variety of dining options, it’s the friendships they’ve developed with their neighbors and staff.
In fact, studies on aging show that older adults living in active communities experience better health and wellness than their peers living in home-based settings, due in large part to the abundance of opportunities for social interaction.
We see this every day and take a proactive approach to help residents live better lives. Every aspect is designed to empower seniors to live longer, more
independent, healthy, and vibrant lives. Residents have hundreds of peers to appreciate and learn from, dozens of groups to join, and multiple causes to support.
Q: Talkmore about some of the connections at Eagle’s Trace.
Pam: One of the most exciting parts of life is making new connections and uncovering old ones. We have many examples of longtime friends moving in together. After years of building careers and raising families, they are thrilled to be able to share their new retirement lifestyle with each other, and have fun doing so.
We also see groups of new residents moving in from the same neighborhood, excited to share the next chapter of their lives with dear friends. In some cases, we even have second generations of the same family moving in, which is really special.
Q: Do these stories encourage others to consider amove?
Pam: Yes, for these 15 years, we have learned that priority list members and customers love to hear from the people who know best: those who live here. We’ve seen it at sales events, during conversations in the hallways, and on phone calls. People want to hear what life here is all about and pose questions that are foremost on their minds. It can be anything from “how’s the food” to “which clubs do you enjoy.” With their unique perspective, our residents are THE experts to provide the answers.
Q: Why is now an ideal time to move to Eagle’s Trace?
Pam: We have welcomed dozens of new neighbors in recent months. They have told us their decision to move in 2020 has provided them with the best of both worlds: the convenience and value of quality services at their fingertips coupled with a close-knit network of support and friendship.
Many were eager to leave the burdens of home maintenance and, especially recently, the isolation of living alone before the holidays. These forwardthinking residents made the proactive decision to continue living independently, but with all the benefits of being part of a larger, supportive community.
There’s never been a better time to move to Eagle’s Trace. For more information, please call 281-496-7676 or visit http:// eaglestracecommunity.com.