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Your dream retirement awaits at Eagle’s Trace

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Retirement is a time most people look forward to. It’s an opportunit­y to slow down, connect with friends and family, and pursue hobbies and passions.

At Eagle’s Trace, an Erickson Senior Living community in Houston, residents are loving the freedom they have earned and are enthusiast­ically living life to the fullest during their retirement.

Pamela Grant and her husband Dick moved to Eagle’s Trace in August 2019.

“We knew we wanted to come to a place like this. We looked at several places, but none of them fit until we came here,” Pamela says.

The couple had differing criteria, but both agreed that Eagle’s Trace truly had it all. While Dick wanted an array of dining options on campus, Pamela was seeking a sense of community among residents.

“When we found out there were five or six different places to eat, he was sold,” says Pamela. “For me, I was observing the decor and the mood of the people. Everyone we meet is happy.”

She says, “The number one reason we moved here is the people, both the staff and the residents. I’m a management consultant and do customer service training for companies — this is some of the best customer service I’ve ever encountere­d.”

Peace of mind

Moving to a maintenanc­e-free environmen­t is especially appealing to many residents who no longer want to worry about house repairs, landscapin­g, or appliance upkeep.

Frankie Ann Holmes and her husband Clint Davis moved to Eagle’s Trace in August 2021. Frankie says that moving to the community freed them from most responsibi­lities.

“I thought that when I retired, I would have time to meet friends and go to museums — do all the things I had been missing by working so much,” says Frankie. “Instead, I found much of my time spent taking care of our property. After a friend moved to Eagle’s Trace and compared it to being on a cruise ship, I knew I had to look into it.”

Frankie, who took pride in maintainin­g her flower beds and shrubbery, is impressed with the community’s landscapin­g. “The grounds here have the most beautiful flowers. I have dogs, so instead of working on my garden, I can walk outside and make friends around the campus,” she says.

Financial security

Some residents also credit their peace of mind to the financial stability that comes from the monthly service package. The package bundles expenses — like electric, water, and cable — into one bill, allowing residents to balance their budgets with confidence.

“The financial structure at Eagle’s Trace is meant to help residents preserve their capital, savings, and their nest egg. With predictabl­e monthly expenses that include everything they would need, there’s no reason to worry,” says Pamela Burgeson, sales director at Eagle’s Trace.

With all the free time that residents gain from the community’s maintenanc­e-free lifestyle, there’s no shortage of ways to stay active and involved.

There are nearly 150 different clubs

and organizati­ons to join, so there’s something for everyone — guaranteed. Residents can consider joining a spiritual or Bible study group; try physical activities such as yoga, water aerobics, pickleball, and line dancing; attend a lecture series, educationa­l group, and continuing education classes; or explore their creative side with craft clubs, games, and language groups.

Frankie says that because of all these social opportunit­ies, it’s easy to meet people at Eagle’s Trace. One way she meets other residents is through her daily walks. The other is to join plenty of clubs.

“Fostering a sense of community and connection is a key part of your happiness and joy. It comes from being around other people,” she says.

From top-notch amenities to affordable, maintenanc­e-free apartment homes, you can live your retirement to the fullest. Call 281496-7676 to schedule a tour.

 ?? Courtesy of Eagle’s Trace ?? Moving to a maintenanc­e-free environmen­t is especially appealing to many residents.
Courtesy of Eagle’s Trace Moving to a maintenanc­e-free environmen­t is especially appealing to many residents.

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