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Watermere at Southlake – the total package for active adults

Watermere Indoor Swimming Pool SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Feb. 11, 2010: Watermere at Southlake is North Texas’ only master-planned development for adults aged 55-plus that offers all the benefits of complete homeownership with maintenance free living, along with amenities rivaled by no other. The state-of-the-art fitness center located in the newly completed clubhouse offers Pilates and Yoga classes, cardio and weight training, and water aerobics in the indoor swimming pool, all with a full time trainer and wellness advisor.

“Watermere at Southlake is the total package for active adults,” said Scott Simmons, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, parent company of Watermere at Southlake. “With the completion of the clubhouse, residents can now enjoy the indoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, Yoga and Pilates studio, as well as on-campus walking trails.”

With the recent opening of the clubhouse and Condominium homes on Nov. 1, more than 140 residents currently enjoy a full array of services and amenities.

The 35,000 square-foot members-only clubhouse represents the lifestyle residents of Watermere at Southlake enjoy with its dramatic beamed ceilings, multiple fireplaces, state-of-the-art fitness center and terraces for alfresco dining. The clubhouse also features the Aqua Springs Salon and Spa; La Mer Fine Dining Restaurant, Stone Bridge Lounge and the Riverbend Café; an on-site banking center; personal transportation services; and more.

Watermere at Southlake offers country club-style living in one of the nation’s most desirable cities. Custom Villa homes start at $424,000 and range from 2,000 to 3,000 square-feet, and exceptional Condominium homes start at $199,000 and range from 1,000 to 2,000 square-feet. Owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, Watermere at Southlake is located at 251 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard and minutes from the Southlake Town Square and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Health services are also available on campus at Isle at Watermere, a state-of-the-art, full-service stand-alone assisted living/memory care community.

Come experience the Watermere lifestyle and reserve your spot by calling Jane Perry or Sally Vann at (817) 748-4000, or visit watermere-at-southlake.com

Photo courtesy of Watermere at Southlake:
#1 Watermere at Southlake Indoor Swimming Pool

Watermere at Southlake residents visit Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

SOUTHLAKE, Texas - February 26, 2010: Residents of Watermere at Southlake, North Texas’ only master-planned development for active adults, recently dusted off their boots and kicked up their heels for a visit the historic Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.

The world class event was a sight to see, and so were the residents of Watermere, fully clad in their Western wear. From calf roping to bull riding, the residents enjoyed an array of events during the matinee performance. The stock show was full of prize-winning pigs and blue ribbon bulls, and everyone’s favorite petting zoo.

“We had such a memorable experience at the Stock Show and Rodeo”, said Amy Pearce, community life director, Watermere at Southlake. “It was fun seeing everyone dress up for the outing and enjoying their time with the animals.”

With a total of 235 independent living villa and condominium homes, Watermere at Southlake offers country club-style living in one of the nation’s most desirable cities. Owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, Watermere at Southlake is located at 251 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard and minutes from the Southlake Town Square and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Health services are also available on campus at Isle at Watermere, a full-service, stand-alone assisted living/memory care community.

For further information, call (817) 748-4000 or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photo courtesy of Watermere at Southlake:
#1 Sheryl Roberts, Shirley Holley, Lu Katen, Collen Stephen
#2 Colleen Stephen
#3 Colleen Stephen, Shirley Holley, Lu Katen, Sheryl Roberts, Betty & Fred Miller

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE DONATES TO SANTA’S HELPERS AND THE GREATER SOUTHLAKE WOMEN’S SOCIETY FESTIVAL OF TREES

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, DEC. 23, 2009: Southlake’s newest master-planned development for homeowners aged 55-plus, Watermere at Southlake, recently donated to the Greater Southlake Women’s Society (GSWS) Festival of Trees and to the WFAA Channel 8 Santa’s Helpers toy drive.

The community donated $1,000 to the Greater Southlake Women’s Society Festival of Trees to support the 3 day event that showcases a spectacular display of Christmas trees and other holiday items for purchase. All proceeds from the event benefit area charities selected by the Greater Southlake Women’s Society. Over $80,000 is expected to be allocated.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Santa’s Helpers toy drive. Last year, Santa’s Helpers provided over 50,000 toys to needy children. Louise Herdman and Mary Ruth Wileman, both Watermere at Southlake residents, represented the community and presented the donation of 21 Monopoly™ games to the toy drive. The 21 games represent the 21 families that will make their homes in the villas at Watermere.

With a total of 235 independent living villa and condominium homes available, Watermere at Southlake offers country club-style living in one of the nation’s most desirable cities. Owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, Watermere at Southlake is located at 251 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard and minutes from the Southlake Town Square and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Health services are also available on campus at Isle at Watermere, a luxurious, full-service stand-alone assisted living/memory care community. For more information, please call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free at (866) 919-4440, or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photos by Madeline Clark (from left to right):
#1 Jane Perry, sales executive, Watermere at Southlake; Arnold Herdman; Pam Feazell
#2 Matalyn Johnston, Dick Johnston
#3 Pam Feazell; Jane Perry, sales executive, Watermere at Southlake; Merlene Ingraham; Cynthia Ryden
#4 Santa's Favorite Elf Abby, Santa, Mary Ruth Wileman, Louise Herdman
#5 Louise Herdman, Mary Ruth Wileman
#6 Louise Herdman; Pete Delkus, Channel 8 news; Mary Ruth Wileman

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE HOSTS KELLER WILLIAMS REALTOR EVENT

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, DEC 21, 2009: Southlake’s newest master-planned develop-ment for homeowners aged 55-plus, Watermere at Southlake, recently hosted a Mardi Gras themed event for Keller Williams Realty for Realtors from across North Texas, New Mexico and Tennessee. More than 50 guests gathered in the recently opened Watermere at Southlake Clubhouse for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and live jazz music – a true New Orleans experience.

“It was our pleasure to host such a wonderful group of Realtors to celebrate the success of their team,” says Jane Perry, sales executive, Watermere at Southlake. “We are thrilled to have a wonderful place where different groups and organizations in the community can gather, and we plan to host many more!”

For more information, please call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free at (866) 919-4440, or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photos by Madeline Clark (left to right):
#1 Amber Boyd, Lindsey McCarver, Pam Meals
#2 Dee Dee Trosclair; Chuck Hammonds, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings, LP
#3 Dick Johnston, Matalyn Johnston
#4 Shirley Haugen, Jamie Courtney, Tiffanie Reed
#5 Wendy Howard, Theresa Flood, Millie DeMarque

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE NAMES JANE PERRY SALES EXECUTIVE

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, DEC. 15, 2009: Jane Perry has been named sales executive of Watermere at Southlake, Southlake’s first and only master-planned development for homeowners aged 55 plus. The announcement was made by Craig Spaulding, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP.

Perry previously served as the director of marketing of Isle at Watermere, the assisted living community on the Watermere at Southlake campus. During her tenure at Isle at Watermere, the occupancy rate reached 75 percent in the first year.

Before joining Watermere at Southlake, Perry was previously employed as sales and marketing counselor for Casa de Las Campanas, a continuing care retirement community located in Rancho Bernardo, California, and managed by Life Care Services.

“I am so pleased to be a part of this exciting time for Watermere at Southlake. My passion is to serve others, and I can’t wait to meet future residents,” said Perry. Perry earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Baker University in Baldwin, Kansas. After teaching school for five years, she entered the retirement industry in Southern California. She is married to Hank Perry and has two children and five grandchildren. Perry enjoys music, traveling and spending time with her friends and family. She has been a member of the P.E.O. for more than 30 years and is a member of White’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Southlake, Texas.

With a total of 235 independent living villa and condominium homes available, Watermere at Southlake is a new equity model master-planned development designed for homeowners aged 55 plus. Twenty-one villa homes are currently completed. The condominium homes and 35,000 square-foot clubhouse officially opened Nov. 1.

Watermere at Southlake, owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP and managed by Life Care Services, is located at 251 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard. The community will feature an all-inclusive resort-like lifestyle that includes gated entries; maintenance-free living; a homeowners-only clubhouse with an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, full-service bank, three dining venues, and other amenities and services. Health services are also available on campus at Isle at Watermere.

For more information, please call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free (866) 919-4440 or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photo by Shooting Starr Photography:
#1 Jane Perry, sales executive of Watermere at Southlake

Contact: Caroline Crawford/Beth Wilbins, Forté PR
Phone: (214) 890-7912, (214) 415-3339

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Dec. 14, 2009

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF CLUBHOUSE AND CONDOMINIUMS

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, DEC 14, 2009: Southlake’s newest master-planned development for homeowners aged 55-plus, Watermere at Southlake, recently celebrated the grand opening of its 35,000 square-foot clubhouse and condominium homes.

The grand opening celebration began with daytime activities intended to showcase the Watermere lifestyle, including Starbucks coffee and small bites in the Riverbend Café; sample tastings from the Stonebridge Lounge wine list; manicures, pedicures and massages in the Aqua Springs Salon and Spa; water aerobics in the indoor pool; Nintendo Wii tournaments in the Trinity Ballroom; yoga classes in the aerobics studio; Smart Fit testing and smoothies in the fitness center café; banking tips and financial information in the on-site banking center; and live high-definition sports broadcasts on multiple flat screen TVs.

The celebration continued into the evening with tours and a reception featuring live entertainment, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the La Mer fine dining restaurant and throughout the new clubhouse. Kristen Kearnaghan, executive director of Watermere at Southlake, gave opening remarks, followed by Craig Spaulding, Scott Simmons, and Rick Simmons, all partners of the Watermere ownership group, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP. City of Southlake Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Laura K. Hill continued with remarks welcoming Watermere at Southlake as a vital part of the community.

“The grand opening of the clubhouse and condominiums was not only a time of celebration, but also a chance to showcase Watermere and the lifestyle that comes with it,” said Craig Spaulding, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP. “Watermere at Southlake offers all the benefits of complete homeownership with the addition of maintenance-free living and the finest amenities and services around.”

Photo by Shooting Starr Photography (left to right):
#1 Chuck Hammonds, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Rick Simmons, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Carolyn Morris, council member, City of Southlake; Laura K. Hill, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, City of Southlake; Scott Simmons, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Craig Spaulding, partner, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP
#2 Doug Kearnaghan; Kristen Kearnaghan, executive director, Watermere at Southlake; Linda Kearnaghan
#3 Dr. Carolyn Morris, Tom Morris
#4 Monica Prather, Hank Smyth
#5 Willie Hammonds; Kellie Hammonds; Chuck Hammonds, partner, Watermark Holdings LP; Maxine Hammonds

New communities offer home ownership plus senior care

07:19 AM CST on Wednesday, December 2, 2009

By BOB MOOS / The Dallas Morning News
bmoos@dallasnews.com

Sam and Pam Feazell have always valued owning their home. So when the couple began planning for retirement, they looked for a place where they could still be homeowners but without the drudgery of housekeeping or yard work.

The Watermere community in Southlake opened recently. Condo prices range from $199,500 to $444,000, while villa homes go for $424,000 to $679,000. Each household must have someone who is at least 55.

The Feazell’s found it at the recently opened Watermere active-adult community in Southlake. They've downsized, selling their 3,300-square-foot "high-maintenance" home in San Angelo and buying a 2,100-square-foot "lock-and-leave" villa at Watermere.

"I feel like I'm living at a resort spa," joked Sam, as he and his wife had lunch with a friend at Watermere's clubhouse cafe. "I wake up every morning and wonder when the vacation ends. But then I realize this is home, and I don't have to leave."

Watermere occupies a unique niche in the retirement-living market that experts expect will appeal to boomers and seniors ready to give up the headaches of homeownership but not the benefits of having an equity stake in where they live.

"The development is something of a cross between an active-adult community for folks in their 50s and 60s and a retirement community," said David Schless, president of the American Seniors Housing Association. "It has elements from both."

As 78 million boomers begin to shop for senior-living communities during the next couple of decades, the industry will develop innovative kinds of retirement communities to suit that demanding generation. Watermere is a good example, Schless said.

In one sense, the Southlake development looks like a traditional active-adult community where residents buy homes and lead the good life.

At Watermere, residents purchase their condominiums or village homes and can claim their mortgage interest and local real estate taxes as itemized deductions on their federal income taxes, said developer and owner Craig Spaulding.

That's unlike most retirement communities, where residents pay an entrance fee or rent.

Senior Services

In other ways, though, Watermere closely resembles an upscale retirement community. Its residents pay a monthly service fee that covers clubhouse privileges, housekeeping, laundry services, some meals, transportation and yard maintenance.

Though Watermere promotes wellness with tai chi, water aerobics and yoga classes at the clubhouse, it can also accommodate residents in declining health. On the edge of the 67-acre campus are assisted-living and dementia-care apartments.

The Feazells, who are in their 50s and 60s, use the clubhouse's fitness center practically every day. But the retired hospital administrator and nurse like that they'll have someplace to go if either requires personal care someday.

"As much as we don't want to think about losing our health, having a care center steps from our home gives us some peace of mind," Sam said.

Watermere is a partnership between South Bay Partners of Dallas, which has developed about 60 senior-living communities nationwide, and two Southlake developers, Integrated Real Estate Group and Simmons Estate Homes.

"We've tried to design a senior-living community for the future, keeping in mind what boomers will want," said Spaulding, an owner of South Bay. "We know that equity is important to them because, except for the last couple of years, real estate has been a good investment for their generation."

The condo prices range from $199,500 to $444,000, while the villa homes go for $424,000 to $679,000. About a third of the 96 available residences have sold. Because Watermere is an age-restricted community, each household must have someone at least 55.

"If we were selling just real estate, I'd be worried about the market at the moment," Spaulding said. "But we're selling more than that. Boomers and seniors are coming to us for the resort-like lifestyle and the personal care services, too."

Pampering's price

Hank Smyth, an 81-year-old retired aviation executive who enjoys sailing at Lake Grapevine, bought a villa home at Watermere because the clubhouse's "creature comforts" reminded him of what he might find on a cruise ship.

"When one of my sailing buddies first told me about this place, I thought it was for just old codgers," he said. "But after checking it out, I figured that I could have a lot of fun here. My fiancée and I are going to enjoy it."

The resemblance to a cruise ship isn't by accident, said executive director Kristen Kearnaghan. The clubhouse has many of the same amenities – a formal dining area, a casual cafe, a cocktail lounge, a fitness center, a pool, a spa, a beauty salon, a library and a gift shop.

"In many ways, we're actually in the hospitality business," she said.

The pampering comes at a price, though. The monthly service package costs $2,200 for one person or $2,500 for a couple.

A big selling point with prospective buyers has been Watermere's assisted-living facilities, where 100 residents now receive care. Any Watermere homeowner who someday needs that help will get it at a discount, Spaulding said.

Watermere's combination of amenities and assisted-living apartments is likely to attract a broad range of midlife and older adults, from boomers who still work to seniors who require personal care, he said.

So far, among the community's first 40 residents, ages range from 57 to the mid-80s.

The diversity of accommodations and services should have great practical appeal, Schless predicted.

"Moving can be upsetting at any age, but it's especially so when you get older," he said. "Boomers will like that they can buy a home and then stay put. It's called 'aging in place,' and it'll be the mantra for the next generation of seniors."

Watermere at Southlake donates 500 pounds of cat litter to Paws and Claws Rescue

Southlake, texas, OCT. 30, 2009: Watermere at Southlake, Southlake’s first and only master-planned development for adults aged 55 plus, recently donated 500 pounds of cat litter to Paws and Claws Rescue. Scott Baker, a representative from Paws and Claws Rescue, accepted the donation during a recent event at the community.

The 500 pounds of cat litter represent the 500 residents that will make their homes in the recently constructed villas and condominiums of Watermere at Southlake. The donation was presented by Sally Vann and Jane Perry, both sales executives of Watermere at Southlake.

Paws and Claws Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization based in Fort Worth, Texas, that adheres to “no-kill” policy and accepts all breeds. Adoptions are held at the Petsmart located behind the Ridgmar Mall in Fort Worth on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. For more information, call (817) 491-7283.

Health services are also available on campus at Isle at Watermere, a luxurious full-service stand-alone assisted living community. The community recently marked its one-year anniversary with more than 80 percent occupancy, and was awarded the 2009 Best of 50+ Housing Award for the “Best Assisted Living Community” by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

For more information, please call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free (866) 919-4440 or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photos by Madeline Clark (left to right):
#1 Matalyn Johnston, resident, Watermere at Southlake; Scott Baker, representative, Paws and Claws Rescue, Inc.
#2 Pam Feazell, resident, Watermere at Southlake; Jane Perry, sales executive, Watermere at Southlake
#3 Sheryl Roberts, resident, Watermere at Southlake; Louise Herdman, resident, Watermere at Southlake
#4 Dick Johnston, resident, Watermere at Southlake; Arnold Herdman, resident, Watermere at Southlake

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE DONATES CHILDREN BOOKS TO THE SOUTHLAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, SEPTEMBER 2, 2009: Watermere at Southlake, Southlake’s first and only master-planned development for adults aged 55 plus, recently donated 21 children books to the Southlake Public Library. Kerry McGeath, librarian and deputy director of community services of the City of Southlake, accepted the donation during a recent event at the community.

The 21 children books represent the 21 families that will make their homes in the recently constructed villas of Watermere at Southlake. The donation was presented by Sally Vann and Jane Perry, both sales counselors of Watermere at Southlake.

The Southlake Public Library provides books, materials and services to residents of all ages to assist in their pursuit of information and resources to meet their educational, professional, cultural, recreational and personal needs. For more information, please call (817) 748-8243, or visit www.southlakelibrary.org.

With a total of 235 independent living villa and condominium homes, Watermere at Southlake is a new equity model master-planned development designed for homeowners aged 55 plus. Twenty-one villa homes are currently completed. The condominium homes and 35,000 square-foot clubhouse are scheduled for completion in September 2009.

Watermere at Southlake, owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, is located at 302 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard. The community features an all-inclusive resort-like lifestyle that includes gated entries; maintenance-free living; a homeowners-only clubhouse with an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, full-service bank, three dining venues, and other amenities and services. Health services are also available on the campus at Isle at Watermere.

Photos by Madeline Clark (left to right):
#1 Merlene Ingraham; office manager of Watermere at Southlake; Kerry McGeath, librarian and deputy director of community services of the City of Southlake; Louise Herdman, resident of Watermere at Southlake
#2 Shirley Holley, resident of Watermere at Southlake; Sally Vann, sales counselor of Watermere at Southlake
#3 Becky Delashmit, director of food and beverages of Isle at Watermere; Jane Perry, sales counselor of Watermere at Southlake; Louise Herdman
#4 Maryann Vitacca, Judy Brooks

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE DONATES 96 BICYCLE HELMETS TO PRO PLAYER’S FOUNDATION AT BACKSTAGE PASS EVENT

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, JULY 8, 2009: Watermere at Southlake donated 96 children's bicycle helmets to the Pro Player's Foundation and Spokes 4 Hope during the "Backstage Pass" Event held at the master-planned development. The 96 helmets represent the families who will soon make their home in the nearly complete condominiums and villas.

Craig Spaulding, Rick Simmons, Scott Simmons and Chuck Hammonds, partners of the project's ownership group, Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, presented the donation to Kevin Howell, board member of the Pro Player's Foundation and founder of Spokes 4 Hope. Spokes 4 Hope is an organization that helps disadvantaged children and families who need aid because of an unfortunate catastrophic illness or injury through its partnership with the Pro Player's Foundation.

The event was open to the public and offered guests a chance to get a sneak peek of the 35,000 square-foot clubhouse and 191,000 square-foot condominium homes - the latest milestone of the largest residential project currently under development in Southlake.

More than 250 guests enjoyed cocktails and gourmet hors d'oeuvres prepared by the Watermere at Southlake dining services team. In addition, guests were treated with beautiful views of the near complete clubhouse and condominiums, tours of the villas, and live music by Dave Moore.

"It has been so wonderful to watch the construction process of the clubhouse and condominiums over the past nine months. We can't wait until the doors open and we can meet our new neighbors and enjoy the clubhouse together!" said Sheryl Roberts, resident of Watermere at Southlake.

With a total of 235 independent living villa and condominium homes available upon completion, Watermere at Southlake is a new master planned active adult community designed for homeowners aged 55 and above. Twenty-one villa homes are currently completed with many already being sold. The condominium homes and clubhouse are scheduled for completion in September 2009.

Watermere at Southlake, owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, is located at 302 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard. The community will feature a worry-free lifestyle that includes gated entries; maintenance-free living; a homeowners-only clubhouse with an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, full-service bank, three dining-venues; and other amenities and services.

For more information, call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free (866) 919-4440 or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photos by Madeline Clark (left to right):
#1 Craig Spaulding, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Dick Johnston, resident of Watermere at Southlake; Kevin Howell, founder of Spokes 4 Hope; Matalyn Johnston, resident of Watermere at Southlake
#2 Rick Simmons, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Craig Spaulding, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP; Scott Simmons, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP
#3 Jeffrey and Nancy Irwin; Chuck Hammonds, partner of Southlake Watermark Holdings LP
#4 Jane Perry, senior living counselor of Watermere at Southlake; Nicole Williams
#5 Wayne and Isabel Stolzman
#6 Karen and Larry Crosser, residents of Watermere at Southlake; Amy Pearce, community life director of Watermere at Southlake

WATERMERE AT SOUTHLAKE DONATES TO THE AIRBORNE ANGEL CADETS OF TEXAS

SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, JULY 20, 2009: Watermere at Southlake, Southlake's first and only master-planned active adult development, recently donated 21 phone cards to the Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas. Joycelyn Spellman, a representative from the Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas, accepted the donation during an event at the community. The phone cards will be included in care packages shipped to American soldiers and troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The 21 phone cards represent the 21 families that will make their homes in the recently constructed villas of Watermere at Southlake. The donation was presented by John Labinski and Sally Vann, both sales counselors of Watermere at Southlake.

"On behalf of the Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas, we appreciate the support of Watermere at Southlake," said Spellman. "Communication with loved ones at home is crucial to the well-being of those fighting for our freedom overseas."

The Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas is an organization that sends care packages of food, gifts, clothing, toiletries, movies, toys for local children, medical supplies and other donations to American soldiers and troops serving in the United States Armed Forces in Iraq, Afghanistan and other parts of the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.airborneangelcadets.com.

With a total of 235 villa and condominium homes available upon completion, Watermere at Southlake is a new master planned active adult development designed for homeowners aged 55 and above. Twenty-one villa homes are currently completed. The condominium homes and 35,000 square foot clubhouse are scheduled for completion in September 2009.

Watermere at Southlake, owned by Southlake Watermark Holdings LP, is located at 302 Watermere Drive on 67 park-like acres fronting Southlake Boulevard just west of Davis Boulevard. The community will feature a worry-free lifestyle that includes gated entries; maintenance-free living; a homeowners-only clubhouse with an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, full-service bank, three dining venues; and other resort-style amenities and services.

For more information, call (817) 748-4000 or toll-free (866) 919-4440 or visit www.watermere-at-southlake.com.

Photos by Jessica Young (left to right):
#1 Sheryl Roberts, resident of Watermere at Southlake; Joycelyn Spellman, representative of Airborne Angel Cadets of Texas; Sally Vann, sales counselor of Watermere at Southlake; John Labinski, sales counselor of Watermere at Southlake
#2 Louise Herdman, Shirley Holley
#3 Dick and Matalyn Johnston, Peter and Jean Standridge
#4 Arnold Herdman, Larry Frie
#5 Cathy Smith, Hank Smyth