Senior Living News on the South Shore

At Linden Ponds the sound of pounding hammers and scent of wood stain often fill the hallway just outside the on-campus woodshop, open to residents of all skill levels. Since the community opened 20 years ago, the woodshop has evolved from a small, traditional shop into a cooperative, two-room amenity run by more than 30 members. 

While Duane and Sue Wilke moved to Linden Ponds to be closer to family, it ended up being the perfect place to expand their social circle in retirement. As former Peace Corps volunteers, they wanted to connect with neighbors who share their curiosity about life in other parts of the world. So, not long after settling in, Duane pinned a note to the community's bulletin board, asking if anyone else had served in the Peace Corps. 

People who live in retirement communities are less lonely, more physically active, and more engaged than before they moved in, according to a June 2025 U.S. News & World Report survey. That comes as no surprise to Roy and Patti Smith. Since moving to Linden Ponds they have enjoyed a vibrant lifestyle filled with activities and interactions that keep them engaged and fulfilled.