Shoe Drive Looking For Donations For Seniors In This North Carolina Town

It is fair to say I have a soft spot for senior citizens.  Now more than ever seniors want to stay active but sometimes they can't afford a new pair of shoes. This shoe drive is looking for donations for seniors in this North Carolina town.

People are living well into their 80s now and living well.  It is hard to stay active when you don't have the proper footwear.

Best Life for Seniors is getting together with Samaritan's Feet. According to the Shelby Star,with every pair of new athletic shoes donated, the non profit organization will provide a lightweight pair of shoes for seniors in need. Samaritan's Feet Official, Deborah Cox- Roush tells the Star, "Best for Senior Living and Samaritan's Feet will then hold a distribution at Best for Senior Living facilities and provide the gift of shoes and hope to their senior citizens".

Here is where Cleveland County residents can drop off shoes:

Cleveland House, 950 Hardin Dr., Shelby

Shelby Manor at 1176 Wyke Road, Shelby

Country Time Inn, at 602 Brevard Road, Kings Mountain

Somerset Court of Cherryville at 401 W. Academy St., Cherryville

To learn more about how you can help seniors live their best life, get details here from our source, The Star.

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If your retirement dreams include moving to a quaint town full of relaxation, amenities, and activities then you’re in luck. There are some fantastic places to retire in North Carolina. Whether you want to golf, relax on the beach, revel in small-town living, or be closer to the city you won’t be bored in these cities and towns! Some offer various activities perfect for the retiree who wants an active lifestyle. Others are ideal for those looking to fully kick back and relax.

Read the full US News article here or keep reading to see where the top 5 cities to retire in North Carolina are.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,195
Median monthly rent: $846

Greensboro is much more affordable than the other large metro areas of the state but it's still a short drive from all those cities have to offer.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,419
Median monthly rent: $1,073

The largest city in the state has a lot to offer retirees and many others. And while the cost of living is higher than other areas of the state it's cheaper than many parts of the country.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,048
Median monthly rent: $708

Hickory keeps popping up on lists among the top cities in North Carolina, and in this case placing higher than Charlotte. It's lower cost of living is a large factor in those rankings.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,178
Median monthly rent: $790

A quieter city in the Triad and with easy access to the popular Yadkin Valley, Charlotte, lakes, and other resources makes Winston a fantastic place to retire.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,602
Median monthly rent: $1,162

The triangle gives residents all the benefits of a large city and a metro of the state's most prominent college towns.

Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,357
Median monthly rent: $953

While it has a significant cost of living, if you can afford to retire in Asheville then its money well spent to spend your time in the beautiful mountains.