Everyone needs human interaction, whether you are an introvert or extrovert – a friendly smile, meaningful eye contact, and warm touch go a long way toward making a place feel like home.

Between a sizeable entry fee and a monthly fixed cost, the idea of moving into a CCRC can be a bit daunting. But in reality, it can actually be the more affordable option – especially when thinking in terms of cost vs. value.

Workouts for older adults should include a combination of aerobic activity, strength training, and flexibility exercises. That is why we offer a number of different activities and programs for our residents here at Buena Vida Estates.

If you are considering moving to a life plan retirement community, here are five of the most important questions you should ask before choosing.

The phrase “independent living” seems to have different meanings for different people and it’s even used to cover a wide range of living situations within the senior living industry. So let’s take a closer look at the meaning and different [...]

The nation’s growth rate has been slowing for a while, dropping around 2% each year. The CDC’s latest report revealed that the US birth rate was down more than 6% from the end of 2019 to the end of 2020. [...]

People choose to live in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also called a life plan community) for many reasons. For a lot of residents, the biggest benefit is having access to on-site access to a full continuum of care [...]

You may have heard the phrase, “Age is just a number.” It's a cliché, but there's more and more evidence that it might be true. It's not just about how old you are, but how you feel about being that [...]

Meet Ali, one of our new residents who moved into our brand-new cottages. She and her husband had been on Buena Vida’s mailing list for some time, but once they saw the cottages, they knew it was the perfect time [...]

According to the CDC, about one in three men and one in two women engage in zero physical activity by the age of 75. However, it is recommended that people 65 and older get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity [...]