08/29/2025
Earlier this month, announced Monterey County as a certified Blue Zones Community — the first in California! 💙 🏆 🌱
Since 2021, Carmel Valley Manor has proudly been a Blue Zones Project Approved Community, where residents - including our happy centenarians - thrive through meaningful connections, mindful habits, and an active lifestyle. 🚴♀️🍊✨
With support from Chief Operating Officer Chris Regan and Physical Therapist Mercedes Abluton, well-being is part of everyday life here.
Countywide, more than 41,000 people are engaged, making it easier for all to live with purpose:
🛒 14 Grocery Stores Approved
🚏 14 Walking School Buses
👥 39 Organizations Recognized
🍽️ 62 Restaurants Approved
🍎 64 Schools Approved
💼 70 Worksites Approved
“Monterey County's achievement as the first county-wide certified Blue Zones Community in California is a testament to what's possible when an entire region commits to well-being," said Ben Leedle, CEO of Blue Zones and Co-founder of Blue Zones Project. 🎙️