Dorothy Hoffner, 104, jumped off the plane, soaked in views of curly river streams and square patches of land, and made history as she touched down in Ottawa, describing the downward ride as “wonderful” to a small crowd who had gathered to congratulate her.

Sanford Graves, who goes by Sandy, recently celebrated his 100th birthday at Brookdale Wekiwa Springs. He was also honored by the community, and his family, during National Centenarian Day.

For National Centenarian's Day, Brookdale Johnson City resident Eli "Tab" Torbett shared his advice for longevity. The 102-year-old World War Two Veteran says it's important to "slow down and enjoy what you have."

Brookdale North Loveland resident Ardith Kuxhausen celebrated a lifetime milestone of reaching 100 years old Monday afternoon with cake, singing and plenty of congratulations.

Brookdale Palestine is honoring 104-year-old resident Jessie Kraus for National Centenarian's Day. Since retiring at age 82, Ms. Kraus continues to live what she calls a happy and simple life reflecting and giving advice.

Olive Pasek is 101 and lives at Brookdale Charlotte East. Pasek shared her first thoughts of moving to Charlotte and what she thinks helped her live past 100.

Mary “Emily” Guion is 102 years old and lives at Brookdale Bowling Green. Ms. Guion says chocolate is the key to a happy life and believes you should be kind and thankful for what God has given you.

Brookdale resident Sanford Graves, who goes by Sandy, recently celebrated his 100th birthday on August 29th at a party attended by more than 200 of his friends and family.

Brookdale Brookfield has three incredible residents who are over 100 years old. Their wisdom and sense of humor make them beloved by everyone there.

Brookdale Grayson View resident Margaret “Peg” Woodhead has now lived a century in good health and spirits.

Friday is National Centenarian’s Day and this year we are celebrating one of Brookdale Palestine's oldest citizens, Jessie Kraus, who is 104 years young.

Cindy Baier, president and CEO of Brookdale Senior Living, said some of the best ways to get ahead in the business world are to ask for help, build relationships and foster resiliency. She gave those nuggets of wisdom at the fifth annual Advancing Woman in Nashville Summit Wednesday.

Hurricane Lee is expected to make landfall Saturday morning in eastern Maine and Nova Scotia. Here's what our impacted Brookdale Communities need to know.

KVOA asked residents at Brookdale Santa Catalina to reflect back on what life was like back in 1953.

Brookdale Highlands Ranch recently hosted a tree giveaway event for residents to replace some of the trees lost in a tornado earlier this year.