NEWS

With opening day for the Bella Vida retirement community getting closer, there’s one important step between where you are today and where you’re headed next: selling your current home. According to a recent San Antonio Express-News report, the higher end of San Antonio’s housing market continues to show strength.

This month at Bella Vida, major construction milestones include the installation of fencing and landscaping. Work continues to progress across the property as the community moves closer toward opening and […]

Joey Villareal joins the Bella Vida team as Housekeeping Manager. He looks forward to leading the Bella Vida Housekeeping and Laundry team to provide a clean, safe and welcoming environment […]

With Bella Vida (BV) just months away from welcoming its first residents, Executive Director Brooks Powell offers an update on the community’s progress and a preview of what future residents […]

As construction progresses at Bella Vida (BV), community interest is growing throughout San Antonio. City Councilwoman Ivalis Meza Gonzalez visited the BV Information Center and toured the construction site to learn […]

Despite the April and early May showers, exciting progress continues at Bella Vida. With each passing week, more of the community is taking shape, and the vision for this vibrant […]

Jermain Owens joined the Bella Vida (BV) team in April as Director of Building Services, bringing with him 18 years of experience in facilities management. Previously, he served as Director […]

Choosing where to spend your retirement matters. The right independent living community should feel comfortable from day one, offer the lifestyle you’ve been looking forward to, and give you confidence […]

Pets play an important role in senior living communities, offering companionship, emotional comfort and a sense of purpose for many residents. The presence of animals can brighten routines and bring […]

We all grew up surrounded by myths that once seemed true: Over time, we leave those myths behind, sometimes through experience, sometimes through learning and reflection. But when it comes […]

Downsizing is often seen as a challenge. However, it can also mark the start of something exciting: a more intentional, simplified, and fulfilling life. Rethink Downsizing Peggy Brown of Generations […]

Bella Vida Featured in DDC Journal DDC Journal is a publication dedicated to professionals who design, develop and construct. This national journal showcases those with the vision to build in North […]

At our sister community in Dallas, Presbyterian Village North (PVN), a spirited group of residents recently proved that joy, humor, and heart know no age limits. Inspired by the beloved […]

When planning for your future, it’s crucial to recognize that senior living solutions are not uniform. Instead, they encompass a diverse spectrum of care options tailored to individual needs. Some […]

Texas-based nonprofit Forefront Living on July 7 announced plans to develop Bella Vida at La Cantera, an independent living community for senior citizens. According to a news release, Bella Vida at La Cantera […]

Forefront Living’s Bella Vida at La Cantera is designed for vibrant seniors with innovative programming that combines resort-level amenities with wellness concierge services. SAN ANTONIO, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Soon San Antonio seniors will have […]

The latest episode of At the Forefront features Forefront Living Board Chair Neil Foote and a very special guest, future resident and retired U.S. Army Major General Chuck Rodriguez. Hosted by […]

Click to watch the At The Forefront Podcast featuring Bella Vida Join host Tim Mallad on the At The Forefront Podcast as he explores the exciting expansion of Forefront Living’s […]

Recently, 54 future residents of Bella Vida (BV), Forefront Living’s newest community under construction in San Antonio, boarded a chartered bus to visit its DFW sister communities, Presbyterian Village North (PVN) and The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW), for a first-hand look at the type of vibrant senior living they can expect at BV.

Bella Vida (BV), a new senior living community by Forefront Living (FL), has officially broken ground, marking the start of construction on the 26.5-acre site of what will become one […]

Twelve future Bella Vida VIPs and two prospective residents had a fantastic time at the recent BV First Floor Social, sharing an afternoon of excitement about what’s ahead. Guests enjoyed […]

A developer recently released renderings for a planned senior living community in the La Cantera area in northwest San Antonio. The background Officials with Dallas-based nonprofit Forefront Living released the latest renderings […]

The Bella Vida (BV) community gathered at Pedrotti’s Ranch, for a Boots, Brunch and Gratitude celebration where nearly 60 VIPs embraced the spirit of the Thanksgiving season. Decked out in […]

Bella Vida is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where seniors can thrive. At the heart of this mission is its Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Designed with […]

Specialty investment bank Zielger has closed on $230.3 million in funding for Bella Vida, an independent living and memory care community being developed by nonprofit Forefront Living in the La Cantera area of […]

View this post on Instagram A post shared by PARIC (@paric_1979) Paric Breaks Ground on the New Independent Senior Living Community, Bella Vida Paric, members of the Forefront Living team, […]

Love and laughter were in the air at Bella Vida’s (BV) Galentine’s celebration! Twelve BV single ladies brought the fun as they sipped on margaritas and wine. When trivia kicked […]

Recently, Bella Vida (BV) VIPs picked up their brushes and let their creativity flow at a painting workshop with artist Pauly Tamez! As part of the BV Thrive Series, this […]

The Bella Vida (BV) Sales and Marketing team hosted nearly 40 VIPs at the recent BV Villas Social, an event for those who reserved a Villa at the up and […]

At the Bella Vida Holiday Luncheon, 78 VIPs gathered at the Betsy Kelso Center in the San Antonio Botanical Garden to celebrate the season. Guests enjoyed lunch while sharing their […]

On December 3, Bella Vida VIPs embraced the holiday spirit at the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s Betsy Kelso Center. As part of our vibrant senior community, 78 future residents gathered […]

On November 14, Bella Vida VIPs came together for a special event filled with gratitude, generosity, and community spirit. As future residents of our independent living community, they embraced the […]

Bella Vida (BV) hosted its first-ever “Bark-tober Pooch Parade” at the BV Information Center! The “Howl-o-ween” event brought together BV VIP pet parents and their fur-babies for a spooktacular costume […]

Interest in Bella Vida (BV) is going strong! The BV team hosted a full house for the CEO Roundtable Luncheon at Paesanos 1604, offering prospective residents a closer look at […]

Discover what drew Rick and Ivelisse Bush, future residents at Bella Vida, to our community and why they’re excited to call it home—read the full story and see what makes our Bella Vida stand out!

More than 95 future Bella Vida residents enjoyed an engaging experience at the recent Meet the Forefront Living Leadership Event held at the La Cantera Resort Ballroom. The gathering provided […]

Bella Vida VIPs Enjoy an Exclusive Meet the Leadership Event

From now through October 31, 2024, when a VIP refers a friend or family member who schedules an appointment with a BV Senior Living Advisor, the community will donate $100 […]

Bella Vida Kicks Off Thrive Series with a Fun-Filled Photography Class

New senior lifestyle development underway in northwest San Antonio. Check out the feature on Bella Vida in Community Impact News.

A Dallas-based nonprofit plans to construct a unique senior-living development along Interstate 10 north of Loop 1604 with resort-level amenities that could potentially serve as a second home for some residents and offer a mix of wellness services and accommodations for others.

Bella Vida was featured in the San Antonio Express-News spotlighting highlights of our ideal location in the La Cantera area. Read more about it: