North Carolina has always been recognized for its natural diversity and gracious hospitality, which now has made it into an extremely popular retirement destination. Choices abound for a healthy, happy retirement setting, whether you want to relax on the beach or enjoy the great outdoors in our mountains or stay busy in a bustling city. The North Carolina Certified Retirement Community designation means a city has completed a comprehensive evaluation process with requirements outlined by the North Carolina General Assembly. These Certified Retirement Communities are recognized for providing the amenities, services and opportunities retirees need to enjoy active and productive lives.

City of Reidsville LIVE SIMPLY, THINK BIG isn’t just our tagline, it’s our way of life. We aren’t limited by our size and neither are our dreams. Whether you want to spend your retirement volunteering, spending time with friends or finally opening that small business you always dreamed of, you can "Do What You Love in Reidsville"; Being "retired" doesn’t mean you can’t live out your dreams, it means you now have the freedom to do it! https://www.riseupreidsville.com/retire

Johnston County Johnston County has become the first county in North Carolina to be designated a Retire NC destination. Johnston County’s top retirement destination, Clayton, is located at the crossroads of I-95 and I-40. Experience rural small-town living, just 15 minutes from Downtown Raleigh. Retirees will find rural farmland and small town charm in and around the Research Triangle Park region. Find out more about the 55+ communities located in the Clayton area and visit us for a weekend to see what awaits you in retirement — local festivals, unique boutique shops, a little nightlife, good people, even better BBQ and quality built homes. https://www.johnstoncountync.org/retire-joco/