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For more choices and fewer compromises, make an early decisionLearn

February 20, 2026 — For many adults thinking about their next chapter, waiting can feel like the safest option. Why decide now, when life is good and the future feels open? Yet more active agers are discovering that deciding earlier doesn’t take options away, it actually creates them. At Parkside View at Franke Tobey Jones, planning ahead is less... Read More

Is this the right time to make a move?

January 12, 2026 — For many adults, the question isn’t if they will make a move later in life, it’s when. Increasingly, that question is being asked earlier by people who feel healthy, engaged and excited about what lies ahead. Many of these individuals think of themselves as active agers. They are not slowing down or fading into retirement.... Read More

A Tacoma legacy built to enrich the entire community

December 2, 2025 — When it comes to aging, it’s common to dwell on future limitations. But with the right community, growing older can also be defined by adventure, curiosity and purpose. For more than a century, Franke Tobey Jones has quietly redefined what it means to age well, says Franke Tobey Jones President and CEO Judy Dunn. “Named... Read More

Tee off, cast off and raise a glass: The best of Northwest living

October 31, 2025 — There’s something magical about a day that begins with morning mist over the fairways, shifts to sparkling sunlight on Puget Sound and ends with laughter over a glass of locally crafted wine, beer or cider. It’s the kind of day that captures the essence of South Sound life — active, social and surrounded by natural... Read More

A neighborhood with nature, culture and community at its core

October 5, 2025 — Tacoma’s North End is proving to be one of the most desirable retirement destinations in the Pacific Northwest, thanks to its rare blend of scenic beauty, cultural amenities and community charm. Residents in this corner of the city find themselves surrounded by some of Washington’s most celebrated destinations, all within minutes of their front door.... Read More

An exciting chapter awaits: Choose what comes next

September 14, 2025 — Margaret has lived in her home for more than 30 years. She still loves her garden, her book club and her morning walks, but she’s starting to think about what comes next. “I’m not ready to move tomorrow,” she says, “but I know I want my next place to be somewhere beautiful and convenient, with... Read More

Senior living with village vibes in the heart of Tacoma

August 10, 2025 — Tucked into the lush landscape of North Tacoma, just steps from the iconic 700-acre Point Defiance Park, lies a charming senior living community. With Tudor-style cottages and buildings nestled among mature trees, flowering gardens and quiet walking paths, Franke Tobey Jones feels more like a quaint village than a retirement center. Unlike many senior communities... Read More