For many, Aiken is the perfect place to spend their retirement years. It offers quality health care, a pleasant climate, friendly people, educational and work opportunities, the perfect balance of activities, and a relaxed lifestyle. It also offers a number of housing options at a range of pleasing price points.
It is the combination of these items that have earned Aiken the reputation as the “No. 1 place to retire,” by Century 21, and “One of 10 terrific, affordable retirement towns,” and “One of 10 places to retire on a budget” by Where to Retire magazine.
Aiken’s accessible location and close proximity to everything from historic Charleston to bustling Charlotte make it a perfect destination for seniors. In short, settling in Aiken affords retirees the opportunities to be as active, or equally as relaxed, as they want to be.
Here is a look at some of the key items retirees look for:
HOUSING
With a median home price at $155,000 and a low cost of living, Aiken is a very affordable place to retire. A variety of housing options are available – historic homes and charming cottages, large equestrian estates, new condominiums and townhouses, golfing communities with nature trails, and retirement and equestrian communities with endless amenities.
EDUCATION
The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) and Aiken Technical College (ATC) are located in Aiken County. Both offer continuing educational opportunities for seniors/retirees.
USCA offers the Academy for Lifelong Learning where seniors can learn in classroom settings and through group tours and trips.
HEALTH CARE
Some of the best health care in the nation is available right here in the Greater Aiken region.
It is home to nine hospitals, including Aiken Regional Medical Centers, the Medical College of Georgia, University Health Care System, nearly 20 assisted living facilities, and more than 25,000 medical professionals.
ACTIVITIES
No matter what one likes to do for fun, Aiken has a little bit of everything: golf, tennis, horseback riding, walking trails, festivals, community involvement and numerous volunteer opportunities. For those who enjoy shopping, Aiken offers specialty and antique shops, national chain stores, and the Aiken Mall with a diversity of shopping choices.
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