Retirement
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While rocking chair retirement may be great for some, an increasing number of retirees would rather enjoy their golden years in a environment that fosters activity and fun. No place on earth offers as many prospects for seniors to enjoy myriad activities, employment opportunities, a moderate cost of living, a low crime rate, scenic beauty, and a climate that enjoys all four seasons.
Harrison, named as "one of the best small towns in America" by Norm Crampton, is one of the fastest growing areas in the country for retirees. With a population of just above 13,000, Harrison offers a sense of community; a small town with homespun family values that appeals to many who grew up during a simpler time.
Senior Programs
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas assists senior adults discover a world of activity and support. This organization helps in making senior years fulfilling, productive and easier.
Each spring a crowd of more than 250 seniors converge on Harrison to participate in the Northwest Arkansas (AAA NW Arkansas) Senior Games track and field, pool tournament, and archery. Other events include: walks, dashes and runs, shot put, discus, running jump, javelin, dominoes, horse shoes, checkers, daisy air gun, basketball, football throw and many other events.
Boone County Senior Center
Web site: www.aaanwar.org
The Boone County Senior Center offers socialization opportunities and a wide variety of things to do. Some of the activities offered are outings, games, exercise room, library, TV/DVD player, pool tables, educational programs, and computer classes. The Center also provides transportation, congregate meals, home delivered meals, information and assistance.
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center
Web site: www.narmc.com
Excellent health care from North Arkansas Regional Medical Center is available. A fully certified medical facility provides a wide range of services. There is a 24-hour emergency service with physician, staff ambulances with ambulance sub stations located in surrounding communities. There are a wide variety of physicians in the area to treat almost any medical need.
Community Newsletters
Harrison has such wonderful organizations, non-profits and city services, that a gentleman in the community felt it was time to write about them. Jim Keel, a local resident, has taken it upon himself to write a newsletter each month about a different aspect of Harrison. These non-political newsletters are a good way to get to know details of Harrison and the services of some of its different organizations. The Harrison Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud to offer this information as a service to our future residents looking for the ideal place to retire or relocate.
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