Portola Valley

Tucked among the rolling hills of Portola Valley, The Sequoias Portola Valley has quietly shaped what community living can look and feel like for more than six decades. Read More

A Childhood Filled With Stories Helen Bigelow has spent a lifetime paying attention to stories. As a child growing up in Berkeley during the GreatRead More

Sequoia Living is proud to announce that three of our Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), also known as Life Plan Communities, have been recognized by U.S. News & WorldRead More

The first time Mike and Suzanne ever saw The Sequoias Portola Valley, they weren’t visiting it. They were simply biking past. It was nearly 50 years ago. They admiredRead More

On a dark Sunday morning in Manhattan, long before the city stirred, 80-year-old The Sequoias Portola Valley resident Mike Seashols quietly tied his shoelaces. It was 4:30 am onRead More

At Sequoia Living, residents are the heart of our story. Their experiences reveal what makes each of our  Life Plan Communities in the Bay Area an environment where peopleRead More

The article is written by Sue Fairley, Executive Director, The Sequoias Portola Valley.  In the senior living environment, the terms "wellness" and "well-being" are oftenRead More

After a life rooted in education, volunteerism, and family, Sally Knorp found her next chapter in a welcoming retirement community in Portola Valley, a life plan community - TheRead More

Life doesn’t stop. It finds a new pace. Jon has laced up for most of his life, but it wasn’t until recently that he truly found his stride. Read More

Residents enjoy various activities and amenities that promote lifelong learning and growth. Through five key takeaways, Helen shares her insights and reflections about her experiences at The Sequoias.