Situated along the north shore of one the nation’s most beautiful lakes, Coeur d’Alene is an ideal retirement spot for active, outdoor-loving seniors. The area’s two ski resorts offer steep senior discounts on season passes. With its 109 miles of shoreline, Lake Coeur d’Alene offers outstanding fishing, canoeing and boating opportunities. Citylink buses get residents around for free, and bikers will enjoy CDA, as the city boasts 50 miles of bike trails. Coeur d’Alene Resort, with the world’s only floating putting green on the 14th hole, is a favorite with golfing enthusiasts. The Lake City’s more than 7,600 seniors can also enjoy a diverse art and culture scene, and a downtown area offering more than 100 shops and dining options.
To help seniors discover the most senior-friendly locations around the country, Caring.com conducted a new study, “The Best and Worst Places for Senior Living.” The Caring Senior Living Report analyzes and ranks 300 cities and 50 states on the quality of senior living in that area. The cities were graded using 46 metrics across five categories: Health Care, Senior Living & Housing, Affordability, Quality of life, and Transportation.