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The spirit of adventure and Life at Waterfall Hills: wonderful morning where she was
resilience More than just a home surrounded by friends celebrating her
Born on January 1, 1944, Anne’s early life Anne resides at Waterfall Hills, a mature and her accomplishments.
shaped her rebellious yet determined lifestyle estate in Waterfall City that
nature. Raised in a traditional Victorian offers a vibrant and active community. Anne’s legacy: Inspiration for
household, she longed for freedom Far from being a typical retirement all ages
and adventure. Instead of pursuing a village, Waterfall Hills is a haven for Anne’s incredible achievements
conventional education, Anne chose those who wish to stay active and at the World Masters Athletics
what she calls the “University of the engaged. From billiards to bowling, Championships are personal victories
World.” For over 12 years, she travelled a gym, an indoor pool and a putting and a testament to the power of
extensively, immersing herself in green, Anne has everything she needs perseverance, passion, and a positive
different cultures and learning valuable to maintain her fitness and enjoy her mindset. Her story is one of adventure,
life lessons in tolerance and respect. life to the fullest. resilience, and an unyielding spirit,
This worldly education became the showing that it’s never too late to chase
foundation for her open-minded, Waterfall Hills also offers access to your dreams.
positive outlook – a perspective that has over 35km of hiking and biking trails,
served her well in her athletic career. perfect for Anne’s daily walks. The With plenty more on her bucket list,
estate’s clubhouse, with its on-site Anne has plans to keep going. “I still
Her motto? “If there’s a will, there’s cinema and restaurant, provides plenty have so much more I want to do,” she
a way.” This mindset has carried her of social opportunities for residents. says with a smile. Whether it’s on the
through various challenges, from And with state-of-the-art medical care race walking track or another wild
competing in extreme marathons to available, residents have peace of mind adventure, there’s no doubt that Anne
breaking world records in her 80s. Anne as they enjoy their retirement. Centner will continue to inspire us all –
believes that life is about grabbing no matter her age.
every opportunity and learning from Following her trip, her fellow residents
mistakes. “If you take the wrong road, gave Anne a hero’s welcome with a Her advice? Set your goals, tell
learn from it, return to the fork, and champagne reception at the Manor yourself you can do it, and never stop
take the right road,” she advises. House of Waterfall Hills. It was a exploring.

Anne received a hero’s welcome and champagne
reception on her return from Sweden.

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