Retire to Morgan County and enjoy a very high quality of life.  Whether you are active or inactive, there is a place for you in Morgan County. Abundant opportunities exist to continue part time work either as a paid employee for supplemental income or volunteer within the county.

Federal Retirement is not taxed in Alabama.

Travel & Recreation As you can see on the time/distance map, Morgan County is conveniently located near many exciting venues and locations. The Gulf Coast is a great place to go deep sea fishing or relax on the beach, nearby Nashville boasts the Country Music Hall of Fame as well as the world famous Grand Ol’ Opry, Mississippi has lively nightlife and gaming venues located on the Gulf Coast and in Tunica. For the sports enthusiast Atlanta delivers with the Falcons, Braves and Hawks, Nashville has the Titans and Predators, and in Huntsville you can catch a Stars baseball game during the summer and watch The Havoc on the ice during hockey season. If you’d rather be a player than a spectator, Morgan County has multiple public and private golf courses at reasonable rates, as well as tennis courts, hiking, walking and biking trails.  There are several health and fitness clubs in the area as well. If your idea of a great day is to be on the water, you’re in the perfect locale. The lakes of North Alabama have some of the best fishing and boating in the state. Decatur-Morgan County sits on the banks of the beautiful Tennessee River, and is within a short drive to both Guntersville Lake and Smith Lake. You’ll find just what you need for the perfect day of fishing at any of these lakes.

Healthcare With three state of the art hospitals in the county, over 600 physicians of most every discipline, geriatric care is abundant.

Senior Activities Morgan County has nine senior centers offering many opportunities to socialize and enjoy special programs. Both Parkway Medical Center and Hartselle Medical Center have Senior Circle Chapters.  This is a nonprofit organization committed to enriching the lives of adults age 50 and over.  When you join Senior Circle, your annual membership offers a generous selection of valuable discounts, activities and events, exercise and wellness classes, a chapter newsletter and national publication subscription, in-hospital privileges, reciprocal privileges and much more.

Assisted Living Morgan County has the complete spectrum of assisted living care, from part-time in-home care to full-time residential care or assisted living centers.   The assisted living centers are renowned for cleanliness and professional staff.