October 2, 2018

Discovering a New Hobby in Retirement

Information from Friendship Manor

Larry and his wife lived in Rock Island for over 40 years before deciding to move to Friendship Manor. They didn’t consider living anywhere else after Larry retired, and they were ready to move to a Continuing Care Retirement Community.

While they didn’t know anybody when they moved into the Manor, they quickly made friends. One way Larry found to keep busy and meet his neighbors was to spend time in the woodworking shop at the Manor.

“I did a little with wood in high school but not much since then. I started to come to the shop when I moved here about six years ago and got to know a few other guys. I have it all to myself now and maybe need to recruit a few more to join me. It gives me something to do, and I just lose time while I’m working. Before I know it, it’s time for dinner,” explains Larry.

Within Friendship Manor, Larry is recognized for his artistic talents. “The residents ooh and aah over what I make, but not many are buying,” he jokes. “I don’t know what I’d do without this little shop. I come here nearly every day, for either five minutes or a few hours. It’s a wonderful thing.”

Larry and his wife take advantage of several of the social activities at Friendship Manor to stay active and connected with friends. They watch movies at the Manor, take the shuttle out for dinner and go to local performances. And Larry plays Wii bowling with other residents and has even made the high scoreboard. “I’ve had a good day or two bowling,” he sheepishly adds.

“All my life I’ve had something to do. I’ve got plenty to do here. I keep busy in the shop and around the Manor,” Larry shares. He makes mostly round things out of wood like bowls, vases, and rolling pins and has a stockpile of scraps of wood he turns on a lathe, sands and finishes to create beautiful art.

Friendship Manor is full of interesting people enjoying active hobbies including painting, singing, golfing and gardening. If something a little slower paced is your style, it’s easy to find a friend to work a jigsaw puzzle, catch a movie or dine in the Bistro.

Find out if Friendship Manor is a match for your lifestyle and health needs. Make your home in our senior villas, independent and assisted living apartment homes or our skilled nursing center, Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Pavilion. We’d love to welcome you to our neighborhood. Call (309) 786-9667 for a tour and lunch.

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