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The Story of La Buena Vida: Bringing Accessible Wellness to Latino Communities
A Community Adaptation of a Proven Model Across Los Angeles County, many older adults are looking for ways to stay active, connected, and engaged as they age. Wellness programs can play an important role in supporting this goal, particularly when they are accessible, culturally welcoming, and rooted in community. La Buena Vida was created with that vision in mind. The program was developed as a culturally responsive adaptation of The Good Life, a wellness initiative designed


Building Community Beyond the Clinic: Virtual Support Groups at the Don Knabe Wellness Center
Healing does not happen in isolation. It happens through connection, shared experiences, and access to support that meets people where they are. At the Don Knabe Wellness Center , cultivating a culture of community, support, and whole person wellness is central to the mission. One of the ways this mission comes to life is through a robust offering of virtual support groups , designed to provide connection, education, and encouragement for individuals living with disability,


Work Rehabilitation: A Path to Recovery and Reintegration
For many people recovering from a life changing injury or disability, returning to work represents far more than a paycheck. It signals renewed confidence, independence, purpose, and a meaningful return to community life. Work rehabilitation plays a critical role in bridging the gap between clinical recovery and real world participation, helping individuals rediscover their strengths and move forward with dignity. At Rancho Research Institute , work rehabilitation is not trea
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