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HumanGood Blog

Check back frequently as we find new things to share about the community experience, living an engaged life and much more.

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Front Door Club

How HumanGood Life Plan Communities Support a Lifelong Love of the Arts

The arts play a huge role in contributing to community culture and finding meaning. Beyond simply attending classes, HumanGood residents bring music,...

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Front Door Club

Sustainable Living: Your Future in a Life Plan Community

Plenty of older adults want to live more sustainably, but the logistics of maintaining a "green" home (e.g., installing solar panels, composting,...

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Front Door Club

Meet Marilyn and Bob: Building a Better World, Together

Marilyn and Bob relocated from a San Francisco community to White Sands La Jolla, drawn by the beautiful beaches, ideal climate and proximity to...

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Front Door Club

9 Ways Moving to a Life Plan Community Makes Staying Healthy Easier

We all want to live a long life. But while lifespan refers to the number of years someone lives, it’s healthspan that represents the years a person...

Kate, a resident at Valle Verde, playing pickleball with a young child
Front Door Club

Louis Continues To Live a Life Full of Adventure

From the deck of an aircraft carrier to the scenic trails of Los Gatos, Louis has spent his life in motion. No stranger to the long haul, the retired...

Front Door Club

Your Rightsizing "Dream Team": Who to Enlist for a Low-Stress Move

Rightsizing to a Life Plan Community isn’t just about moving; it’s about setting yourself up for a fresh chapter with less stress and more joy. And...

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Resident Stories

Meet Dr. Sara Hart: Finding “Enough” and Inspiring Others To Do the Same

Dr. Sara Hart has built her life on transformation — not just her own but also the lives of others. From boardrooms to podcasts and from bookshelves...

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Front Door Club

Wellness Within Reach: Simple Steps to Better Physical Health

When it comes to feeling your best, it’s about more than how long you live. It’s also about how well you live. That’s the idea behind a healthspan:...

Kate, a resident at Valle Verde, playing pickleball with a young child
Front Door Club

Kate Encapsulates Community On and Off the Court

Kate has settled seamlessly into retirement at Valle Verde in Santa Barbara, California, using the opportunity to pursue a brand-new sport and put...