Viva Bene Celebrates Grand Opening of Innovative 55+ Housing Community in St. Peters, Missouri
Viva Bene proudly celebrated the grand opening of its inaugural property on April 16, 2025 in St. Peters, Missouri. The nearly 200,000-square-foot development, boasting 161 apartments, marks a national first by intentionally integrating price-attainable housing with resort-style wellness amenities and proactive healthcare services.
Joining in the celebration was City of St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano and members of the Board of Aldermen, Board of Directors and Ambassadors with the St. Charles Regional Chamber, along with residents and staff of Viva Bene.
Developed by Avenue, a leading real estate firm specializing in addressing evolving societal needs, Viva Bene aims to redefine the "senior living" paradigm. Laurie Schultz, co-founder and principal of Viva Bene and Avenue, emphasized the brand's mission to empower residents to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives within a vibrant community. "We set out to create a model that offers an engaging lifestyle and convenient access to preventive healthcare at a price point significantly lower than traditional retirement communities," Schultz stated. "Viva Bene proactively incorporates care navigation and chronic care management, infusing wellness into everyday life so people can truly thrive."
Beyond its readily available preventive healthcare through a unique collaboration with Sevi Health, Viva Bene St. Peters offers a comprehensive wellness hub. Residents can participate in fitness, yoga, and meditation classes, utilize a fully equipped gym, and engage in healthy cooking workshops and other wellness-focused educational experiences. The community also fosters social engagement through comfortable gathering spaces, co-working niches, outdoor pools, pickleball courts, and picnic areas, promoting an active and connected lifestyle.
Scott Tate, President & CEO of the St. Charles Regional Chamber, lauded the innovative concept, stating, "Many of today's real-world needs are not being met with current senior housing models. We were intrigued when we first learned about this innovative apartment concept, and we're excited to be the first municipal area delivering this attainably priced senior housing option."
For more information on Viva Bene, the services they offer or to schedule a tour of the facility, please contact their office at 636/706-5000 or visit their website at https://vivabenestpeters.com/