Families spent June 25–28 at Camp Buckner for the Faith Family Retreat in partnership with Camp Erin. This weekend focused on healing, support and family time for those walking through grief. The retreat welcomed 18 families, including 34 children, along with 10 dedicated volunteers. During the four-day getaway, families took part in grief support sessions,…
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Outdoor Living at Bella Vida
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 can expect when the doors open. BVs thoughtfully planned outdoor spaces are designed to welcome everyone and promote wellness. The outdoors will feature art sculptures,…
Celebrating A Remarkable Double Milestone
Father Henry V. Petter of St. Joseph Village (SJV) celebrated two extraordinary milestones; his 80th birthday and 50 years of priesthood. Father Henry says it feels good to have arrived at his 80th chapter of life. Though he experiences a few aches and pains, he remains active in ministry, enjoys spending time with family and…
BV Hosts City Councilwoman
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 more about the project’s impact on San Antonio’s District 8. Her priorities include protecting neighborhood character, strengthening services and supporting the long-term success of…
Unveiling the Vision: BV VIPs Get an Exclusive Preview
More than 50 VIP Bella Vida (BV) residents recently gathered at La Cantera Resort for an exclusive live filming of At the Forefront, offering a glimpse into the vision and inspiration behind the highly anticipated luxury senior living community set to open later this year. Featured guests artist, Cheri Ingle and interior designer, Bridget Bohacz…
Grandmother of Juneteenth Visits PVN
In this powerful podcast episode, Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth” at 99 years old, shares memories of a lifetime of advocacy, resilience and purpose. Opal shares what inspired her to begin her historic walk for justice and how her unwavering determination helped reshape American history, leading the charge to establish Juneteenth as a federal…
Behind the Scenes: “All Access with Andy Garcia”
On June 3, Presbyterian Village North (PVN) was buzzing with cameras, lights and a full production crew as All Access with Andy Garcia arrived to capture a full day of life on a Forefront Living (FL) campus. The day started early with several carts full of filming gear unloading at 7:30 a.m. and from there…
Forefront Living Newsletter | May 2026
Click here to read the May 2026 issue of On the Forefront, Forefront Living’s monthly newsletter.
Life Beyond the NFL: Stories of Resilience
In this episode, former National Football League (NFL) players David Vobora and Isaiah Stanback reflect on their journeys to and through the League. Throughout the conversation, they share the grit, discipline and defining moments of their experience. This chat dives into how leaving football challenged their sense of identity and forced them to rediscover purpose…
Bella Vida Teammate Spotlight on Jermain Owens
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 of Engineering for 15 years at a community in Chicago, Illinois, and most recently as Director of Environmental Services at a senior living community in…