The Woods - Retirement Community sits right across from the Merrimack Valley Golf Club and opened new facilities in February 2020, so everything feels modern and clean with wide hallways and comfortable common areas where you can just sit back or meet up with friends for cards or a movie. The grounds are always tidy, with gardens, pretty courtyards, and walking paths where you can take your dog since pets are welcome-cats too, which is good for folks who want company. The apartments come in several layouts, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, and you get your own washer and dryer, which saves time and keeps things simple, and people talk about Magnolia House as being a nice option. The lease is month-to-month, which leaves things flexible, and there's a special EZ Move Program with Seniors Need so moving in goes smoother. The community supports independent living, assisted living, nursing home services, and memory care all in one place, so if you or your spouse ever need more help, you can just shift to another level without leaving the property, and that makes life easier to plan.
Dining is a big deal here, because there's 24/7 restaurant-style service with meals cooked by an Executive Chef using fresh food, and you can eat in pleasant dining rooms or cozy lounges. Residents can also grill outside at the open-air grill area with shiny appliances or sit by the fire pit or gazebo when it's nice out, and for those who want to stay active, there's a putting green, pickleball and bocce courts, plus a dog park. Social events like wine tasting or purpose workshops fill the calendar, along with day trips, bingo nights, movie nights, fitness classes, and tai chi, so folks have plenty to do and a chance to keep their minds and bodies in good shape.
The Woods pays attention to wellness, with daily and weekly activities and a fitness center on site, plus a beauty salon, so you can always get your hair done nearby. There's a library, computer area, billiards, and card tables for quieter times, plus WiFi in the common areas if you like to keep up online. Each apartment has safeguards like pull cords and wearable pendants for quick staff help, and the air-filtering system removes many airborne germs, which is reassuring, especially for older folks. The staff is trained and friendly with people like the Executive Director, Health Services Director, and Life Enrichment Director staying involved, and all the different levels of care are licensed and on site.
There's always free transportation if you need to go to the doctor, shop at local stores, or see a show, whether it's by the community shuttle or an Uber partnership, and family or friends can even stay in guest rooms and eat meals with you. Utilities, housekeeping once a week, maintenance, and concierge help are included, which takes the edge off everyday chores. The Sunshine Travel Program lets you visit sister communities in other cities and states for a change of scenery, joining local events and activities away from home. The Woods welcomes people who want an active retirement and independent lifestyle but also gives peace of mind knowing help and higher levels of care are right on hand if needed, and it's all set up so you can pursue hobbies, join clubs, relax in gardens, and hold gatherings with loved ones.
