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Get a glimpse inside our community through those who know it best: our residents. Our Meet the Residents series highlights the distinctive stories of those who call Vi home and a chance to take a peek inside the lives of the people you could one day call “neighbor.”
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From the courtroom to the stage: Judge H. Lee Sarokin brings drama into his retirement

From the courtroom to the stage: Judge
H. Lee Sarokin brings drama into his retirement

Court is still in session for retired United States Circuit Judge H. Lee Sarokin. Only this time, the courtroom is a theater.
Lifelong microbiologist turns to blogging

Lifelong microbiologist turns to blogging

An adjunct professor at both UCSD and San Diego State University, Dr. Schaechter also runs the premier microbiology blog on the Internet: Small Things Considered.
Trailblazing attorney Betty Boone

Trailblazing attorney Betty Boone

Monthly, a group of female attorneys gather at Vi at La Jolla Village. At the center is Betty Boone, the first female attorney in the San Diego Office of County Counsel.
Lu and Georgina Sham: dancing through life

Lu and Georgina Sham: dancing through life

Georgina and Lu Sham danced their way across the globe, and now find time today to organize dance festivals across California.
Vi at La Jolla Village walking club.

Walking San Diego

Residents of Vi at La Jolla Village discover San Diego’s scenic trails, beaches, and cultural sites through a weekly walking group. These outings offer light exercise, connection with neighbors, and unique insights into the city’s hidden gems.

Noriko Marshik, Vi at La Jolla Village resident and tai chi instructor

Embracing the Journey: Tai Chi with Noriko

After discovering a love of Tai Chi through Vi at La Jolla Village, Noriko Marshik now offers her own classes for fellow residents.

Quelda Wilson: keeping neighbors connected

Quelda Wilson: keeping neighbors connected

Vi at La Jolla Village residents are staying connected to family, friends and each other with help from Dr. Quelda Wilson and her passion for teaching.
Making Time for Face Time with Friends at Vi at La Jolla Village

Making time for Face Time with friends at Vi at La Jolla Village

As social distance orders rolled out during the COVID-19 pandemic, Apple® products enthusiast Quelda Wilson taught fellow residents how to use group calling to stay connected.

For resident Rosemary Straley, retirement means making a difference

For resident Rosemary Straley,
retirement means making a difference

Purpose-driven life her entire life, Rosemary Straley shares, “…the extraordinary thing about retirement is that I finally have more time to give back and be involved.”
Vi at La Jolla Village Brain Vitality Studio.

Brain Vitality Studio

Vi at La Jolla Village's Brain Vitality Studio offers residents innovative exergaming workouts to enhance cognitive health, memory, and balance in a fun and engaging environment.