Of the top 10 best places to retire perU.S.
And don’t forget: Social security income is also tax-free.
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But there may be clouds approaching.
“But there is considerable uncertainty about the magnitude of the increase.
An important element is how quickly we are able to adapt to a changing atmosphere and a changing ocean.
The quicker we adapt, and the smarter we adapt, the lower the risks will be.”
Adapting starts with building awareness.
Howlivableis the community?
The AARP Public Policy Institute publishes aLivability Index, which ranks US neighborhoods based on key services and amenities.
The Index’s top-scoring large communities include San Francisco, Boston and Seattle.
Is there a current plan to deal with natural disasters?
It provides status reports on FEMA-approved plans in various communities.
Nashua was recently ranked one of thetop 100 places to livein the United States.
There is some good news for Florida.
Much of the state seems to be covered by up-to-date mitigation plans approved by FEMA.
But be sure to also check with the local county offices to verify status and ask for more information.
“The state and FEMA counterparts have given their blessing [to our plan],” says Casto.
“We now need to go back to the municipalities and other stakeholders for their input.
Because of COVID these meetings were set aside for a while.”
How robust is the social infrastructure?
“See how the town supports the community,” she says.
“Are there civic or neighborhood associations?
Are people able to come together in safe ways and not be isolated?
Are there areas where people with different needs can participate comfortably?
These are all clues as to how mindful a town may be of its aging population.
