Most Continuing Care Retirement Communities, or CCRC’s, require potential residents to pay a one-time entry fee to secure their spot in the community. However, there are a few factors that determine the cost of this entrance fee. Typically, the more spacious the living area, the higher the payment may be. If you’re doing your research [...]

Living your best life means different things to different people, especially in retirement. Some retirees look forward to spending time with friends and expanding their social circles while others plan to spend retirement pursuing solo hobbies in a quiet environment. The good news is that no matter your personality type or your goals in retirement, [...]

It has often been said that when you retire, you are busier than ever as new activities fill your life. Many retirees think about volunteering once they finish full-time work. In any community, there are lots of opportunities to give back and have fun at the same time. Volunteering helps boost your mood, connects you [...]

Living in a retirement community has some wonderful aspects that make the golden years of life even more enjoyable. Buena Vida Estates is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that offers continuing care for seniors. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent quality of life to all our residents. Come discover the joys that [...]

Over the years, research has shown that there is a deep cognitive link between music and memory. [1] Many health professionals and institutions have even found that personally meaningful music has been shown to improve the quality of life in seniors with dementia. [2] Older adults reap multiple benefits from music and seniors can enjoy [...]

You've finally retired and can now spend your senior years traveling, spending time with friends and family, starting new hobbies, or relaxing. During this exciting transition period, the last thing you want is for your mental or physical health to start to decline. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 78% of [...]

Many seniors have touted continuing care community benefits. Some have even described entering a continuing care retirement community as one of the best decisions of their lives. When you live in a CCRC, you enjoy the opportunity for better health, happiness, and peace of mind as you age. Senior Living Advantages One of the main [...]

It's typical no matter how old you are: the older you get, the easier it is for you to forget things, or for the sharpness of your mind to decrease. But what you might not realize: it doesn't have to be that way! In reality, many seniors' minds lose their sharpness because they're underutilized, and [...]

Selecting the right place to retire is a major decision. You'll need to consider a variety of factors when choosing the best location. Even though there are several options throughout the United States and abroad worth considering, Florida is continually one of the most popular locations for retirement. There are several great reasons why Florida [...]

Working with paint, pencils, color, and shapes is fun for people of all ages. But it can be especially beneficial for seniors. Art for retired seniors is just one of the ways you can stay active into your retirement, and one with a range of benefits both physical and mental. Art doesn’t just have to [...]