On the Forefront | July 2026

CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE MONTH

JULY 2026

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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE

Christina Raville Creative Designer

As America celebrated 250 years of independence, communities across Forefront Living came together to honor this historic milestone with patriotic pride and plenty of red, white and blue spirit.

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Sarah Macias Video and Visual Content Coordinator Amee McGough PR Liaison

REDEFINING RETIREMENT WITH FL AND ALL ACCESS WITH ANDY GARCIA

USA BIRTHDAY COOKOUT Forefront Living teammates and leadership from The Outlook at Windhaven, Presbyterian Village North and St. Joseph Village kicked off Independence Day with a cookout at the home office.

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Forefront Living (FL) is featured in a new educational segment on All Access with Andy Garcia, exploring how senior living communities are adapting to meet the expectations of a new generation of retirees.

FL is redefining the senior living experience while serving older adults with excellence. Read more.

AT THE FOREFRONT: THE VISION BEHIND BV Recorded in front of a live audience at La Cantera Resort in San Antonio, two special episodes of At the Forefront podcast offer an exclusive look at the vision behind Bella Vida (BV). In the first episode, interior designer Bridget Bohacz shares how BV’s spaces were thoughtfully designed to nurture comfort, relationships and wellness. Read more.

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JULY 2026

FREEDOM TO LIVE WELL AT BV July is a time to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as a nation and an opportunity to reflect on another form of independence: the freedom to live each day with purpose at Bella Vida (BV). This vision is at the heart of the BV community. Read more.

BV SUPPLIES BRIGHT FUTURES This month, Bella Vida (BV) VIPs are supporting area teachers by donating classroom essentials through the Write Start Project, a back-to-school initiative of the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County.

While the BV community is still under construction, VIPs and teammates are always looking for opportunities to make a positive impact locally. Donations may be dropped off at the BV Information Center through August 7.

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BELLA VIDA CONSTRUCTION UPDATE At Bella Vida, windows are being installed in the Independent Living tower, and roof trusses and sheathing are in place throughout portions of the building. Indoor insulation is being added and crews are preparing for drywall.

Steady progress continues at the Villas.

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JULY 2026

SALUTE TO SERVICE: EMM HONOREE

EMM SAVE THE DATE Each Moment Matters (EMM) Luncheon Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:00 a.m. | Registration 12:00 p.m. | Luncheon Hilton Anatole Hotel Like a butterfly, our mission continues to evolve. Read more.

A distinctive aspect of the Each Moment Matters (EMM) Luncheon is the celebration of individuals within the community making an extraordinary impact. By allowing us to honor them, they contribute to creating even more extraordinary moments for those served by Forefront Living.

This year’s first EMM Honoree is retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans, one of the most decorated female veterans in history. A native Texan from Abilene, Gretchen enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 19 and dedicated nearly 30 years to serving her country.

In 2006, while serving in Afghanistan, Gretchen was seriously injured, causing a traumatic brain injury, 95% hearing loss and ending her miliary career. Today, she’s an accomplished author, motivational speaker and was the recipient of the 2022 ESPY Pat Tillman Award for Service. Read more.

EMM HOST COMMITTEE SIGNS ON In preparation for the 17th Annual Each Moment Matters (EMM) Luncheon, Cathy and Bill Davis hosted a sponsorship letter-signing gathering for members of the EMM Host Committee at Royal Oaks Country Club.

Luncheon Co-Chairs Dr. Joan Hill and Vicky Riley welcomed committee members and shared updates about the upcoming luncheon. Guests enjoyed wine and conversation while hearing remarks from EMM keynote, Dr. Patrick Walsh. Read more.

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JULY 2026

STAR-SPANGLED CELEBRATIONS This year at The Outlook at Windhaven, Independence Day carried extra festivity as residents marked the 250th birthday of The United States of America with starspangled celebrations across all levels of living throughout the community. Read more.

RESIDENTS SHARE PATRIOTIC PERFORMANCE Residents from The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW) shared the gift of music with residents at Avalon Memory Care in Allen through a special patriotic concert.

Twelve members of the OAW chorale sang a selection of songs including “God Bless America” and a military medley. During the medley, several memory support residents recognized their branch of service and saluted.

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MARKING ONE YEAR OF HOPE One year ago this month, The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW) launched the Outlook of Hope support group, created for caregivers, families and residents in the DFW area navigating the challenges of dementia.

The group held its first meeting on July 10, 2025, in the OAW Assisted Living/Memory Support building. Since that meeting, the group consistently welcomes about 15 participants each month, including returning attendees and new faces.

Covering topics like available

dementia resources, communication strategies and caregiver self-care, these meeting focus on finding hope throughout the caregiving journey.

As the support group celebrates its one-year anniversary, its biggest impact is the supportive community it formed.

Facilitated by Wendy Thomas, and Yashica Washington, the group is open to anyone seeking a compassionate space to share experiences and meet others experiencing the dementia journey.

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THE OUTLOOK AT WINDHAVEN

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JULY 2026

20TH ANNUAL RED, WHITE AND WOOF Presbyterian Village North was full of patriotic spirit as residents, teammates and their four-legged companions came together for the 20th Annual Pet-riotic Parade.

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YOUR FUTURE TO PAINT: PVN EXPANSION FIRST LOOK Excitement is building at Presbyterian Village North (PVN) as “Your Future to Paint” has officially begun, giving Priority Members an exclusive first look at The Landmark at PVN, the community’s highly anticipated new Independent Living expansion.

A total of 115 households attended one of six inperson First Look Seminars or participated virtually via Zoom. Read more.

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PVN RECOGNIZED AMONG U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT’S BEST SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES FOR 2026 Presbyterian Village North (PVN) has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Senior Living Communities for 2026, an honor based on feedback from residents and their families.

Each year, U.S. News evaluates senior living communities across the country, looking at key areas such as quality of care, safety and overall resident satisfaction. Read more.

PRESBYTERIAN VILLAGE NORTH

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JULY 2026

RED, WHITE AND BLUE CELEBRATION

WALL OF HONOR For more than 20 years, St. Joseph Village (SJV) has proudly honored its resident veterans through the Veteran’s Wall, located on the second floor in front of SJV Bistro. This special display recognizes the courage, service and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces.

The Veteran’s Wall features photos of current resident veterans, along with two former residents who have passed away but continue to be honored because they still have a loved one residing at SJV. Read more.

Residents at St. Joseph Village celebrated the Fourth of July with a barbecue lunch and patrioticthemed Happy Hour. The afternoon was filled with music and community spirit as Monsignor Henry Petter entertained residents with familiar, uplifting tunes on his harmonica accompanied by a guitarist. The lively performance had many residents singing along and enjoying the festive atmosphere. Read more.

EMPOWERED LIVING AT SJV Empowered Living (EL), an inhome personal assistance service offered through a joint venture between Forefront Living and Focused Health Services, is now available at St. Joseph Village (SJV), in addition to Presbyterian Village North and The Outlook at Windhaven.

EL provides personalized support designed to help residents maintain independence while receiving the assistance they need.

Services include help with bathing, meal preparation, light housekeeping and companionship, along with specialized care for those living with cognitive challenges.

Caregivers are matched with residents based on skill, availability, location and personality to create the best possible fit. Read more.

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