Blue Zones Project - Yuba Sutter Blog

“People in Blue Zones have a clear sense of purpose. Connecting to a purpose in life, something bigger than ourselves is a part of living long, fulfilling lives.”       -Dan Buettner, Blue Zones

"The magic is that if we spread kindness, we are sure to receive kindness. If we spread love, we are sure to receive love. And in that kindness and in that love, there is a connection. Real connection."

"Yuba County Health and Human Services has shown me firsthand the transformative power of fostering a workplace culture where connection and family are truly valued, above all else."

“Transformation is an ongoing process that tends to appear ordinary, when, in fact, something extraordinary is taking place.” – Suzy Ross

We’ve probably all heard the Beatles familiar tune, “All You Need is Love.” Yet, I think we have forgotten that. I’ve forgotten that. We have forgotten that life is about love. Period. It’s not how much money we make or possessions we have. So many of us (me!) have our priorities backwards.  We might think that once we have the job title or the awards or the diplomas, that we will finally have the time for love and relationships. Guilty as charged!

Wellbeing must be essential focus of healthcare to restore and sustain the health of the nation

Roseville, Calif. — Adventist Health today announced that it has acquired Blue Zones^®, a pioneer in taking a systemic and environmental approach to improving the health of entire cities and communities. The organization’s work in over 50 communities across America has been credited with double-digit drops in obesity, smoking and Body Mass Index, achieving millions of dollars of savings in healthcare costs. This revolutionary move by Adventist Health comes at a time when public attention is especially focused on the interconnectedness of our health to that of our friends and neighbors in the face of the Coronavirus crisis. Post-pandemic, a focus on improving and strengthening community and public health will be more critical than ever as communities across the nation and globe navigate recovery.