If you are considering retiring in Reston, Virginia, then you are in good company. The town itself was founded more than 50 years ago on the principles of, “Live, work, play and get involved,” and still lives by them. And so whether you’re daydreaming about retirement or are actively researching your retirement plans for the immediate future, it’s wise to put Reston on your list.
A Bit About Reston
Retiring in Reston means knowing a bit more about this bustling city. With an approximate population of 58,000, Reston is a vibrant suburb with plenty to see and do. Washington, DC, is less than 40 minutes away, but residents of Reston don’t have to travel into the nation’s capital to shop or enjoy a good meal.
Reston Town Center is full of unique shopping and dining experiences, yet residents can also enjoy sampling local products at the Reston Market that runs on Saturdays from May through October. Residents can take advantage of everything Fairfax County has to offer, from a themed water park for the kids to theater productions at Reston CenterStage to playing rounds at Reston National Golf Course.
Health and Wellness in Reston
Reston residents of all ages can enjoy health and wellness resources throughout the city. Reston Hospital Center, part of the HCA Virginia Health System, serves residents with a variety of physicians and specialties. Veterans seeking VA hospitals can receive treatment at the Washington DC VA Medical Center less than one hour away.
But health and wellness are not just about access to world-class healthcare. Reston also offers a variety of resources that can help residents to be more active outdoors. Trails that run through Lake Fairfax Park give residents the opportunity to walk, bird-watch, hike, bike, or run in nature. If water is more your speed, the same area offers kayak and canoe rentals (or the space to launch your own).
The Reston Parks, Recreation & Events department maintains more than 1,350 acres of open space for residents to enjoy. Beyond 55 miles of paved paths and trails, there are 700 acres of forest and four wetlands, as well as 15 different community pools for residents to use! There are also more than 50 community tennis courts and a full calendar of events and nature programs designed for all ages.
Senior Resources in Reston
Reston and Fairfax County also offer older adult residents a variety of resources geared toward healthy aging. Seniors who need additional nutritional support can receive meals delivered to their home five days per week through the active Fairfax Area Meals on Wheels Program.
For older adults who no longer drive (or want to drive), Fairfax County provides transportation options to get them safely from one destination to the next. The county also offers a variety of podcasts and resources designed to address health and wellness topics for adults over the age of 50.
Seniors looking for social opportunities, events, and new learning can take advantage of the offerings at the Reston Community Center and the Reston Association. Nearby, the town of Herndon has a bustling senior center committed to providing services that meet the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual needs of the older adults who stop by for events.
Finally, the Reston area is home to a variety of senior living options for older adults who are ready to say goodbye to household maintenance tasks in order to enjoy retirement even more. At Arbor Terrace of Herndon, residents enjoy luxury amenities including concierge service, transportation, an active event calendar, and fabulous meals served in a social dining room.
Retiring in Reston gets even better when you choose to live at Arbor Terrace of Herndon. Call us today to take a personal tour and meet some residents and team members that help to make our community so extraordinary.