The City of Duncanville received its designation as a Texas Certified Retirement Community by the Texas Department of Agriculture on March 15, 2007.
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Testimonials Read what people like you have to say about Duncanville : What brought you to Duncanville ? “The small town setting with big town dreams…I like that it can’t grow bigger, just better and better.” Leota, age 62, moved to Duncanville one year ago from Mitchell, South Dakota. “Better neighborhoods and schools…” Kenneth, age 80, a 38-year resident of Duncanville . “School system and warmer climate.” Barbara, age 66, a 31-year resident of Duncanville , relocated from Elk Grove Village , Illinois . What first caught your eye about Duncanville ? “The small town ambience in the midst of the city; also its diverse homes and neighborhoods.” Marilyn, age 72, relocated to Duncanville in 2005 from New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. “Its quality and quantity of excellent medical facilities and doctors...” (Leota) “The quiet neighborhoods and Lakeside Park .” (Kenneth) “Smaller community with large metroplex. Lower home prices compared to north side of Dallas .” (Barbara) What is the best thing about living in Duncanville ? “Convenience and familiar shop owners…bumping into people I know while shopping, doing business, and worshipping. Great city horticulturist has created much beauty around the city. It’s a Tree City as well!” Joyce, age 65, relocated from California to Duncanville in 1978. “The friendliness and helpfulness of the people who live here; also the proximity of places for shopping, banking, recreation, etc.” (Marilyn) “The absence of over-crowded streets and, now, the Senior Center .” (Kenneth) Have you gotten involved in the community? If so, how? “I spend many enjoyable hours at the D.L. Hopkins, Jr. Senior Center where my singing with the Goldenaires involves visiting two nursing homes. I also tutor second graders in reading…” (Marilyn) “… church, various women’s social groups, city volunteer on various boards, and homeowner’s association.” (Barbara) “… school volunteer, substitute teacher, High Hat mom, volunteer at 2003 Project Graduation, DHS football fan, docent at International Museum of Cultures, election clerk, church membership and involvement.” (Joyce) “…Special Olympics volunteer, library, D.L. Hopkins, Jr. Senior Center, recreation center, cancer walks, and diabetes support groups…” (Leota) What kind of things do you enjoy doing in and around Duncanville ? “I enjoy walking in Lakeside Park and on the walking trail in Armstrong Park . I enjoy the football games at the high school…” (Kenneth) “I enjoy the parks and all of the activities that the city provides, school activities, and my church activities.” (Leota) “…I also make use of its recreation center and its library. Additionally, I enjoy the quaint and affordable restaurants.” (Marilyn) What would you say to someone who is interested in retiring in Duncanville ? “ Duncanville is a peaceful and convenient place to live. Most all your needs can be met within a five mile or less radius. It possesses a distinct sense of history and community.” (Joyce) “ Duncanville is an all-inclusive community. Both young and old are welcomed with open arms. Many programs are offered for our seniors, and housing for mature adults is abundant.” (Barbara) “All of its facilities, including governmental, are centered in one area; thereby saving one time and stress. This advantage, in addition to the low crime rate and quiet neighborhoods, make Duncanville the ideal place to retire. It seemingly is a well-planned City.” (Marilyn) Is there anything else you would like to say about the benefits of retiring in Duncanville ? “In 2006, my mom left her home of 63 years in New York to move to Duncanville . She moved into a beautiful apartment in a mature community and enjoyed the many benefits of new friends and a very active lifestyle. Mom never regretted the move – she spent the best 3 years of her adult life here in Duncanville !” (Barbara) “ Duncanville has great access to emergency and medical facilities. It has a renovated and active senior center as well as many living choices, from owning your own home in a nice neighborhood to active senior living at Champions Cove.” (Joyce) “ Duncanville is close to Methodist Charlton Hospital where I volunteer and use its medical services. The highways and interstates give me easy access to visit my relatives and friends in the surrounding suburbs.” (Marilyn) “The Senior Center programs are great and provide nutrition for one’s physical and spiritual state…” (Leota) “We are only a short distance from the art museums, Fair Park , and medical facilities such as UT Southwest. We have a good school system and, for the most part, a clean and efficient city government.” (Kenneth)
Duncanville ... the perfect blend for retirement. City of Duncanville, Texas |