Whatever the circumstances, giving up a home that has been the focal point of family life represents, for many, a painful loss of independence. Fred Ogburn knows this feeling well, and is quick to tell you that he found it to be a misconception. Ogburn and his wife, Margaret, moved into Stratford House five and a half years ago, and they haven't regretted the decision. He believes that if more people knew what retirement communities are really like, they wouldn't hesitate to move into one. It's real difficult.
Habits are hard to break.
When you get older, making a change is difficult. Now he enjoys the convenience of having someone drive him to his doctor's appointments. He likes walking for exercise and is delighted with the home's location, which gives him a sense of freedom. We have the best walking area in the city. It's level and there aren't too many major streets to cross.