Welcome to Our New Website!
For over 30 years, Buena Vida Estates has been building a quality reputation as the premier senior living community in Brevard County. To more accurately answer questions about what it means to be a CCRC, and to reflect our vibrant life and community here at Buena Vida, we have commissioned a colorful new website from the team at Rock Paper Simple!
Please take you time to enjoy our new website features! Read about our community through our lifestyle pages, blog, and featured resident section, and look over the programs and services we can offer to residents- all right here on campus. We hope to hear from you soon, so we can give you a tour and show you our community in person.
Welcome to the Buena Vida!
New blog posts:
Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Continuing Care Retirement Community
Choosing a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is a significant decision. Asking the right questions about regulation, financial disclosures, care services, and leadership structure can help families make informed choices with confidence. This guide outlines what to look for when evaluating a CCRC in Florida.
Featured Resident: Mike Russell
Meet Mike Russell, a Cottage resident at Buena Vida Estates since April 2025. From Army veteran to animal rescue officer to “Tilapia Relocation Program” volunteer, Mike has found an active and fulfilling lifestyle at Buena Vida.
What a CCRC Is Designed to Do and the Protections You Should Look For
Understanding how a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) works (and how it’s regulated) is key to making an informed decision. In Florida, Chapter 651 outlines financial reserve and disclosure requirements designed to promote transparency and oversight. In this blog, we explain what a CCRC does, what protections to look for, and how Buena Vida Estates fits within Florida’s highly regulated framework.
