When it comes to entertainment, there’s one option that’s always going to be popular: arts and crafts. This is an excellent way to spend time on an activity that requires next to no investment and can be done at any age, making it a great choice for seniors—especially those living in a senior living community….
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Clear blue skies stretch above. Warm breezes dance across the scenic expanse of Albuquerque's desert panoramas. Embrace the refreshing allure of cool, beckoning pools in your retirement community. What could be more delightful than summertime? We hope you have been able to enjoy warm rays of sunshine while maintaining your active lifestyle this month. As...
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Growing older doesn’t mean that one cannot engage in physical activity. On the contrary, the older we get, the more important it is to stay active for your overall health and well-being. To stay healthy, older adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity…
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Downsizing your home can depend on multiple things. Learn more about when it might be time to downsize from La Vida Llena.
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Spring had arrived in New Mexico. As the fragrant high desert air breezed through the trees, Margie took a walk through her large yard and realized that maintaining it all by herself was becoming a challenge as she entered her retirement years. On her 70th birthday, she and her sons had discussed the situation and...
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Rebecca Mallory, our talented pastry chef, joined the team at La Vida Llena in November of 2022. With an unwavering passion for baking, Rebecca expertly crafts a variety of mouthwatering treats daily including bread, cupcakes, cookies, and an array of delectable desserts. Not only is Rebecca celebrated for her exceptional baking abilities, but she is...
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Shelly LeBlanc is our in-house licensed wine expert at La Vida Llena. Whenever we host special events in New Mexico, Ms. LeBlanc takes care of all of our wine needs. She trained at Le Cordon Bleu and Scottsdale, Arizona, and has taken sommelier classes as well. At our 40th Anniversary, she served both Josh and...
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Can a program like Memory Care benefit you or your family? Life Plan communities like La Vida Llena offer many different supportive care options that can really make a difference for seniors in various stages of their life. Besides offering additional help such as assisted living or nursing support, Memory Care is designed to offer...
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The new year has begun and the hustle and bustle of the holidays are over. Perhaps you won’t get to see family for a while. A few more weeks of winter will still be around. It’s the perfect time to reach out in your retirement community and connect with friends and neighbors as you plan...
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The holidays are always a wonderful time of year. And if you are now in your retirement years, you have the time to live each day to the fullest and soak in all the good times with family and friends. But did you ever wonder what it would be like to celebrate the holidays in...
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