At 33, I moved from New York to a Florida island full of retirees. They became my support system during a tough time.

captiontk Jennifer Silverman Seven years ago, I left behind my life in New York and moved to a Florida island. My new home had a median resident age of 56, which was a shock at first. I built a beautiful community, though, and they became a crucial support system during my divorce. As far back as I can remember, I just knew I would pursue a fashion career in New York City. I was fascinated by red carpets long before I even understood the award shows they preceded, studied fashion magazines ...