Ordained for the Diocese of Dallas, priest and chaplain Father Clifford “Cliff” Smith, devoted more than two decades to ministry before retiring at age 70 and moving to St. Joseph Village (SJV) in 2019. For about six months, he served as the only priest at Holy Family Chapel, SJV’s on-site chapel, providing spiritual leadership and…
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SJV Marketing Team Attends Greenbrier Sales School
Jaret Schkade and Angela Espinoza, St. Joseph Village (SJV) Residential Sales Counselors, kicked off the new year by investing in professional growth, attending Greenbrier Sales School at Greenbrier Senior Living’s headquarters in Vestavia, Alabama during the first week of January. The immersive, week-long session offered expanded tips and practical strategies designed to strengthen sales approaches…
Art of Joy at St. Joseph Village
There is a special art wall at St. Joseph Village (SJV) decorated with colorful, one-of-a-kind works created by the SJV residents themselves. This unique feature was made possible thanks to SJV residents, Robert and Dorothy Mansen. For the past four and half years, Dorothy has volunteered her time teaching art classes at the community every Wednesday from 2-3:30 p.m. in the second-floor activity center. “We were excited to display the art class paintings on…
A Note From Brooks Powell – January 2026
Spiritual care is an essential part of life for many residents. I’m thankful for Forefront Living’s commitment to supporting this aspect of whole-person wellness through on-site chaplains and focused programing. It will be exciting to see how these spiritual life resources are established and expanded alongside Bella Vida (BV). This year is shaping up to…
FLF Year-End Giving Strengthens Compassionate Care
As of early January, the Forefront Living Foundation’s (FLF) Year-End Appeal raised more than $135,000. With several additional gifts still anticipated, FLF expects the campaign will reach approximately $140,000. These gifts support the Faith Caring Fund at Faith Presbyterian Hospice, providing services such as music, massage and pet therapy, as well as funding for the…
Rachel’s Corner: Looking Ahead
Happy New Year, everyone! As we step into 2026, I cannot help but feel genuinely excited for what this year will bring to the Bella Vida community. There is so much ahead of us, and I am grateful to be part of this journey with all of you. We are still moving forward with Finish…
FLF Advisory Council: Partners in Purpose
The Forefront Living Foundation (FLF) Advisory Council is dedicated to advancing the Foundation’s mission and expanding its impact. Members serve as ambassadors offering insight and support for the organization’s work. Through the engagement of its members, the Advisory Council is an essential partner in purposeful philanthropy. The Development Committee, led by Trustee Andy Walsh, plans…
At The Forefront Podcast – Cooking With Chef Ke’o Velasquez, Hawaiian Poke
At The Forefront lands at The Outlook at Windhaven for a cooking show segment. First up, watch as Chef Ke’o Velasquez prepares Hawaiian poke. Using simple and fresh ingredients, Chef Ke’o guides us step-by-step through the recipe while sharing personal stories and the cultural roots behind his favorite dish. By Sarah Macias
BV’s Sideline Social
It was game time for Bella Vida’s (BV) first exclusive men’s event, Sideline Social! Thirteen BV VIPs gathered to watch the Myrtle Beach Bowl game, as the Western Michigan Broncos faced off against the Kennesaw State Owls. Guests enjoyed game-day bites and drinks as well as friendly competition with a game of Football Squares, guessing…
Teammate Spotlight: Martin Uche, Forefront Living Project Manager
Martin Uche recently joined Forefront Living (FL) as Project Manager. He has a background in project coordination, technology and process improvement and enjoys helping teams turn complex ideas into clear actionable plans. In this Q and A we get to know him better: Tell us a little about your professional background and the path that…