When I talk about well-being in Palm Springs, I’m not talking about a program. I’m talking about people. Always people. Yes, at Blue Zones Project Palm Springs we discuss policy, environment, data, metrics—all the things that make spreadsheets happy. Those matter. But after my first six months in this role (and years before that working… Read more »
January 24 marked an exciting milestone as the City of Coachella celebrated their Blue Zones Project official launch. After months of anticipation, the day arrived with momentum, excitement and a deep sense of pride from locals of all ages. Under clear blue skies at the city’s Veterans Park, more than 700 community members came together… Read more »
The new community garden at Ramon Mobile Park may still be in its early stages—no seedlings yet, no herbs perfuming the air—but its impact is already unmistakable. As part of Blue Zones Project (BZP) Palm Springs’ long-term partnership with residents, the garden joins Walking Moais, Purpose Workshops, social gatherings and other Power 9®–inspired activities that… Read more »
As the BZP continues to take root in Coachella, we see more examples each month of how collaboration, education and culture come together to support community wellbeing. This season, our work has focused on school health, agricultural connections and promoting safer choices for families. At Cesar Chavez Elementary School, students are discovering the joy of… Read more »
When I heard that the first local Blue Zones-approved restaurant was a bakery, I was appalled. We know that baked goods, bread and sugar are primary causes of today’s chronic disease epidemic, so it didn’t make sense. Then, I met Bread and Flours. The beloved Palm Springs café is all about healthier ingredients and a… Read more »
Blue Zones Project Palm Springs Festivities October 4 marked the official launch of Blue Zones Project Palm Springs’ Well-being Festival. Over 900 community members gathered at the aptly named Wellness Park for a day celebrating natural movement, eating wisely, social connection and the right outlook. The three-hour event began with inspiring words from City of… Read more »
Blue Zones Project Palm Springs and Coachella have kicked off a series of interactive community events designed to create a happier, healthier, more vibrant community. Many of these are built around Moais, organized groups launched and run by Blue Zones Project teams that meet regularly around healthy habits such as walking, gardening and nutritious potlucks.… Read more »
Blue Zones Project Coachella: Meet the Team Coachella is making a tangible move towards a healthier future with Blue Zones Project up and running. This initiative, drawing insights from the blue zones regions of the world whose residents have experienced remarkable healthy longevity, aims to integrate healthier choices into the systems, policies and places that… Read more »
New Gallup data, conducted in collaboration with the Blue Zones Project, offers a snapshot of well-being in Palm Springs and Coachella. This research, done between October and December 2024, examines five key dimensions of well-being: career, community, social, physical and financial health, providing localized intelligence. The data highlights positive mental health scores in Coachella, with… Read more »
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in our individual lives and forget the importance of community. But what if, by coming together, we could create a healthier, happier and more vibrant community for all? That’s exactly what’s happening in our desert region, as Blue Zones Project has launched in both Palm… Read more »
Blue Zones Project, a first-of-its-kind population health initiative, is making exciting progress in Riverside County with the announcement of its local leadership for Palm Springs and Coachella. Geoff Kors, former Palm Springs mayor and city councilmember, has been appointed executive director for Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, while Angela Zepeda, recently re-elected Coachella city clerk… Read more »
Palm Springs can be a desert paradise, and residents and visitors all enjoy the natural beauty and vibrant arts and culture scene. According to data from the Gallup Well-Being Index,1 Palm Springs is also doing better than most communities in the country (equal to 53 out of 157 metropolitan areas) and only slightly behind the… Read more »