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Social Security & Medicare

woodsprite

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1. I've always felt that living in a mixed community

Reply to RainCaster (Original post)

Thu Feb 26, 2026, 11:29 AM

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Is healthier and helps encourage vitality as you age. Also, there can be more cross community support, more varied activities, etc.

Just my thoughts. I’m sure there are other pros/cons to consider.

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