So you’ve decided you or your loved one needs senior living – how much is it going to cost? A 2023 study by Genworth determined that the U.S. average for assisted living is $5,350 a month, though it could be less (or even more) depending on where you live! Budget is a huge factor in […]

When my husband, Mark, suffered multiple strokes, our lives changed overnight. As a senior living consultant with almost 20 years of experience, I have guided countless families through similar transitions, yet nothing truly prepares you for when it happens in your own family. Bringing Mark home after months of rehab meant making significant modifications to […]

When a loved one experiences a stroke, the journey through recovery can feel overwhelming. For caregivers, the emotional, physical, and mental toll is immense. How Faith Provides Strength in Stroke Recovery Faith plays a profound role in helping families and caregivers cope with the uncertainty and challenges that come with stroke recovery. Whether through prayer, […]

Flower Mound, TX — 12/19/2024 Lori Williams, a senior living expert and founder of the multi-award-winning Lori Williams – Senior Services, LLC, has been honored as a winner in the caregiving category at the prestigious International Impact Book Awards for her debut book, Surrounded by Love: One Family's Journey Through Stroke Recovery. This deeply personal and […]

Caregiving is a profound responsibility, often filled with challenges, rewards, and emotional highs and lows. When you're the caregiver for a loved one, communication becomes one of your most valuable tools. How you communicate — with your loved one, healthcare professionals, family, and friends — can significantly impact both your loved one's quality of care […]

The Thanksgiving holiday is a time for family, food, and gratitude. It's also one of the few occasions when many families reunite after months apart. While it's a joyful time, it can also be a crucial moment to assess the well-being of your parents. For adult children, especially those who live far away, this visit […]

When touring senior living communities, here are some questions you may want to consider asking: What types of housing options do you offer for seniors? Some communities offer a continuum of care: independent living, assisted living and memory care. What amenities and services are included? What is the monthly cost and what does it cover? […]

Is it Time to Make the Transition to Assisted Living? Making decisions about aging loved ones and their living arrangements can be challenging and emotionally charged. It’s important to recognize the signs that it may be time to make the transition to assisted living. While every individual and situation is unique, there are five signs […]

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), data consistently shows that cold weather kills more people then hot weather. This may be surprising to most Texans, however, during the Texas winter storm in February 2021, 246 people lost their lives, many to hypothermia. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), states that older adults are […]

In my last blog post, I shared ,Red Flags to be aware of when visiting aging family members over the holidays. It’s important to look for changes in their general health and well-being, as well as the safety of their home environment. If you noticed red flags, what comes next? Having an open and respectful […]