Community Announcement: Retire In Louisiana Seminar To Be Held In Alexandria

Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu will be in Alexandria on Thursday at 1PM to speak about a new initiative entitled “Retire in Louisiana.” The event is open to the public, though you must register first at http://www.retirelouisiana.org. From the website:

Louisiana has much to offer retirees looking to relocate – a welcoming and lively culture, extraordinary and diverse natural beauty, a warm climate, and a relatively low cost of living. Our challenge is clear. We must build upon what we have and get the word out – Louisiana is a great place to retire.

What is the Certified Retirement Community program?
Redefine Life. Retire in Louisiana. Certified Retirement Community is a program that recognizes places in Louisiana that the state substantiates as premier locations for retirees (persons aged 55 and older).

What is retirement development?
The general practice of retirement development is defined here as the organized efforts of a state and/or local communities to retain and attract the 55 and older population.

How can I learn more about the benefits of attracting retirees to my community?
Attend an educational session sponsored by the Office of Lieutenant Governor, Louisiana Retirement Development Commission. The educational sessions are designed to raise awareness about the demands and benefits of retirement development efforts. These sessions provide an orientation to the state certification program: Redefine Life. Retire in Louisiana. Certified Retirement Community.

Check it out.