Not everyone wants to live in sunny Arizona or Florida. Many prefer four-season locations such as Huntley in the Midwest, and to be near metropolitan areas and closer to friends and family. At Sun City, residents expect first-class hospitality, as well as light menus and a variety of dining styles and food, says Underwood. Diners with active agendas need flexible and varied meal service and serving hours. Requests for special diets are honored.
Residents can choose from several meal plans or dine la carte.
Nor are residents afraid to speak up, says Harriet Ford, director of public and community relations for Sun City. Many residents are business people and former CEOs. They get involved. They want to see those books and know where the money goes,'' says Ford. They're equally demanding and interested in dining.