The senior housing option that has been gaining popularity amongst developers is age-restricted, active adult developments. Active adult communities have individual housing units for sale and usually offer maintenance free living to financially secure, healthy adults ages 55 and older. A wide range of amenities are offered.  Ranging from the "no frills" to developments featuring lavish recreational facilities, these developments can fit individual lifestyle needs. Anne Arundel County has a number of premiere retirement oriented and 55 and older communities that can benefit residents approaching and beyond retirement.  The Maryland Association of Realtors is a great resource for information on these communities.