Sequoia Living CA

01/09/2026

One of our most read articles of 2025.
Nine Healthy Habits for Seniors was our second most popular blog post this year, and it is easy to see why.
https://hubs.la/Q03ZMSb10

The article focuses on simple, realistic habits that support aging well, staying active, eating nourishing foods, getting good sleep, staying connected, and continuing to give back.

These are not lofty goals. They are everyday practices that feel more achievable when you live in an environment designed around wellness, connection, and support.

At Sequoia Living, these habits are part of daily life across our communities, including The Sequoias San Francisco, The Sequoias Portola Valley, Viamonte at Walnut Creek, and The Tamalpais Marin.

If you are thinking about what healthy aging can look like, this article is a great place to start.

Read: Nine Healthy Habits for Seniors

01/08/2026

Our most popular blog story of 2025. Never Stop Running, Jon Finds His Stride at The Sequoias Portola Valley connected with so many readers this year.
https://hubs.la/Q03ZMSrR0

Jon has always been a runner, but after moving to community living, running became something more consistent, more joyful, and more purposeful. With open space, nearby trails, and fewer daily responsibilities, he’s been able to focus on what makes him feel alive.

“Retirement doesn’t mean stopping,” Jon shares. “It means discovering a more meaningful way forward.”

This story is a reminder that the right environment can change how you move through each day.

If you haven’t read it yet, now’s the perfect time.

Read Jon’s story:

Life doesn’t stop. It finds a new pace. Jon has laced up for most of his life, but it wasn’t until recently that he truly found his stride. As a resident of The Sequoias Portola Valley, Jon runs with greater joy, purpose, and consistency than ever before.

01/07/2026

A picture is worth a thousand words.
For Mike and his wife, Suzanne, one of their closest friendships at began on a rainy day during a photo shoot at .

The weather wasn’t ideal, but the connection was real.

Months later, that chance moment turned into a meaningful friendship, one that continues to grow well beyond that day.

It’s a simple reminder that community often forms in unexpected ways, when you’re open, present, and willing to ask, "tell me more."

Read Mike’s full story on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q03ZzPJL0

01/06/2026

A new year invites fresh intentions, and one that always matters is staying connected.

Never Stop Connecting is part of daily life in our communities. It might be a friendly hello in the hallway, a chat before class, a shared walk outdoors, or a visit to Vierra Farms with neighbors who quickly become friends.

These moments add up. They bring ease, joy, and a sense of belonging that feels natural, not forced.

As the New Year unfolds, we’re grateful for the simple, everyday connections that make life richer, and for a community where connection is always within reach.

Make connection part of your New Year: https://hubs.la/Q03ZhqYw0

01/03/2026

When Mike and Suzanne moved to , they didn’t expect how deeply connected they would feel.

“As long as we can accept where we are, then life will be rich.”

From crossing paths on campus to gathering in small groups and asking meaningful questions, Mike has discovered that community living is about more than proximity—it’s about truly seeing one another.

His favorite question?
“Tell me more.”

It’s how friendships grow, conversations deepen, and community takes shape.

Read Mike’s story on our blog to learn how life at The Sequoias Portola Valley has been the right fit for this next chapter: https://hubs.la/Q03ZhvPp0

The first time Mike and Suzanne ever saw The Sequoias Portola Valley, they weren’t visiting it. They were simply biking past. It was nearly 50 years ago. They admired the trees, the quiet hillside, and the open space, never imagining that one day it would become home.

01/02/2026

A new year is a chance to lean into what matters most: Connection.

Never Stop Connecting is part of everyday life at Sequoia Living communities.
- A familiar face in the hallway.
- A quick chat before class.
- A shared walk outdoors.
- An afternoon at Vierra Farms, where simple moments turn into lasting connections.

In community living, connection isn’t something you schedule. It’s woven into your day.

Make connection part of your New Year.

01/01/2026

The spark that keeps curiosity alive, the drive to form meaningful connections, and the belief that growth doesn’t have an expiration date.

This is what guides us as we welcome the new year.

At Sequoia Living, Never Stop Growing is more than a mantra. It’s a way of life.

We see it every day in the passions people pursue, the care our teams provide, and the moments of connection that bring our communities together.

Wishing everyone a year filled with purpose, connection, and continued growth.

Featuring our Never Stop Growing video:

12/31/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re carrying forward a deep sense of gratitude.

Grateful for the connections made and the moments that brought people together across our communities and programs.

Here’s to the year ahead, filled with continued growth, connection, and moments that matter.

12/31/2025

A few moments from the holiday season at and .

Time spent together makes this season feel special. As the year comes to a close, we’re grateful for the sense of connection that continues to bring people together, not just during the holidays, but all year long.

12/30/2025

As the year winds down, we’re reflecting on the moments that made it meaningful.

From shared meals and celebrations to everyday connections across our communities and programs, these moments remind us how powerful it is to be surrounded by people who care.

We’re grateful for the residents, future residents, program participants, team members, families, and partners who bring warmth and connection to our communities every day.

12/27/2025

Stephen has lived many chapters, musician, judge, lifelong reader, and he’s still turning pages.

Now a resident of The Sequoias, Stephen spends his days immersed in books, history, and ideas that keep him curious and connected. His story shows how reading can continue to bring purpose and joy, no matter your age.

If you believe learning never really ends, Stephen’s story is worth reading.

Read the full article and get to know Stephen:

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Sequoia Living.
This season invites reflection, gratitude, and time together. We are thankful for the residents, future residents, program participants, team members, families, and partners who bring warmth and meaning to our communities every day.

May this Christmas be filled with connection, shared moments, and the simple joy of being together. Wishing you peace and happiness throughout the holiday season.