When Audrey Walker left Whitecastle, Louisiana, she never thought she’d be living down the street—let alone down the hall—from her best friend Bitsy Adams again. After years apart, these best friends happened to find themselves two doors down from each other at St. James Place. Bitsy refers to Audrey and their reunion as her “miracle.” Now, they do everything together, just like in Whitecastle.

Stepping out of your comfort zone is a way to grow and explore, through any stage of life. Maintaining current hobbies is important, yes, but cultivating new interests and trying new things will help keep that zest in life. St. James Place provides ample opportunities to keep doing the things you love while exploring new and exciting activities that will keep you thriving.

Your freedom is a part of you that shouldn’t be ebbed away with age. Entering post-retirement life can grant you that. At St. James Place, Independent Living allows you to do what you want, when you want, without worrying about household maintenance or chores. You get to live for yourself and truly be independent.