The 15 Best Cities in America to Grow Old

The 15 Best Cities in America to Grow Old

August 1, 2012

9. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

General: 26th
Health care: 31st
Wellness: 26th
Financial: 31st
Living Arrangements: 98th
Employment/education: 2nd
Transportation 3rd
Community engagement 63rd

The takeaway from the survey: “The Washington, D.C., metro area is a prime spot for seniors who want to work, further their education, or find satisfying volunteer work. But the area is pricy and ranks below the median in community engagement.”
General: 26th<br>Health care: 31st<br>Wellness: 26th<br>Financial: 31st<br>Living Arrangements: 98th<br>Employment/education: 2nd<br>Transportation 3rd<br>Community engagement 63rd<br><br><b>The takeaway from the survey:</b> “The Washington, D.C., metro aprevnext

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