CREW Agenda

Dates and Agenda

CREW is offered once a year over Memorial Day Weekend, May 25-27, 2012.

CREW Agenda

On Friday, you will begin by exploring retirement lifestyles. Do you plan to travel? Take classes? Continue to work or volunteer? Enjoy wellness or creativity? How will these decisions impact your choice of a new community? Couples will gain greater understanding of one another’s expectations about day to day life in retirement. Singles will discuss the unique challenges and opportunities associated with their retirement and relocation decisions.

On Saturday, you will examine criteria for choosing a new community, housing choices to meet long term needs, and how to actually make the move. Friday and Saturday programming is for those considering a move anywhere in the country or the world.

Our optional Sunday program is for those considering Western North Carolina as a potential place to move. Learn about small towns outside of Asheville, cultural and educational opportunities as well as health care resources in Asheville, and an overview of Asheville real estate. Spend the afternoon in realtor-led small group tours, visiting properties to get a feel for what’s available in Asheville, including pricing and amenities.

CREW Format

Lively seminars, thought-provoking discussions and practical decision-making tools help you plan your move, from choosing a location and housing to settling into your new community. With about 75 fellow participants, you will hear from local retirees, many of whom relocated to the Asheville area, about their transition to retirement and lessons learned. Relocation and real estate professionals will offer tips on how to best navigate the moving process.

Learn practical steps to an exciting retirement and relocation at the Creative Retirement Exploration Weekend!