Logically, you need to be 55 and older to live in 55+ communities in South Florida, right? That may be the case with other communities, but at John Knox Village, a Life Plan Community in Pompano Beach, you actually need to be 62 years young to move into our 70-acres of beauty.

In 55+ communities in South Florida like John Knox Village, age is just a number, as the real barometer is quality of life for seniors.

In 55+ communities in South Florida like John Knox Village, age is just a number, as the real barometer is quality of life for seniors.

“Joining our community at an earlier age allows the resident to settle into the lifestyle and enjoy the amenities for many years longer than someone who is older,” said John Knox Village Life Care Counselor Susan Lawrence. “The social benefits and peace of mind moving into a community like ours takes away a lot of stress people feel as they age.”

There are other criteria for admission when considering independent living at John Knox Village, one of the premier 55+ communities in South Florida.

Prospective residents must be physically and mentally able to live independently and cannot be diagnosed with any form of Alzheimer’s or dementia.

Long-time John Knox Village resident Edna Dusel moved into a spacious villa when she was 62, and her husband was a few years older.

“We like to travel,” Edna recalled. “We wanted to secure our finances .”

“To do that, we decided, by moving into John Knox Village, we would not have to pay the exorbitant fees of nursing care, should we need it. In our eyes, moving into John Knox Village at a younger age helped us find a secure place to live without having to worry about the long-term, financial effects of aging,” Edna added.

If you are interested in learning more about John Knox Village, please call (800) 998-5669 or visit this page.

— Michael Barnes, John Knox Village Web Production Specialist