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Is it time for Senior Living?
January 19th, 2021
Is It Time For Senior Living? &Raquo; File

I think most of us are in denial that our parents are aging. It’s hard to imagine them leaving their homes (it may even be the house you grew up in) and moving to a senior living community. How do you know when it’s time to have that discussion and begin looking into options? Below are some signs to look for. Medications…are they taking them as prescribed? Do they forget to take their meds? Are they taking too many? How does the house look? Are mom and dad able to keep it clean, or has it become cluttered and messy. What about the yard? Changes in grooming. Is mom wearing the same clothes... Continue Reading

January 19th, 2021
5 Benefits of Moving to a Senior Living Community
January 12th, 2021

You may have lived in your home for 30+ years, creating a lifetime of beautiful memories. Now, the kids have moved out, and you’re left with the upkeep of a house that’s too big for just you and your spouse. The thought of cleaning out closets and downsizing can be overwhelming, but maybe it’s time to simplify your life and consider moving to a senior living community? Why Move to a Senior Living Community? 1. Freedom from yard work and home maintenance If you’ve been in your home for many years, odds are you have a repair man on speed dial. Appliances break, roofs have to be replaced... Continue Reading

January 12th, 2021
Nothing Sweeter Than Honey
January 11th, 2021
Nothing Sweeter Than Honey &Raquo; File 1

In senior housing the goal is to improve and enrich the quality of each senior’s life. Sometimes we meet people working in senior communities who go above and beyond to ensure a senior is happy and thriving. In my opinion they are “Senior Angels” and should be recognized. This is the story about Jack and Honey, and the two angels that brought them together. I was contacted in January by Jack’s son. At age 90, and living alone in Amarillo, the family was concerned for his well-being. A year earlier, Jack had lost his wife of 70 years, Patsy and was now alone in his house with the exception... Continue Reading

January 11th, 2021
Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors
January 1st, 2021
Top 10 New Year'S Resolutions For Seniors &Raquo; File 2

It’s New Year’s day, the start of another brand new year, bright with the promise of new beginnings. Most of us think of the new year as a “do-over” for the things we meant to do last year, but never quite got around to doing. This year before you start making your list of resolutions, let’s take a moment to put into place some strategies that can help keep you on track to accomplishing your goals. TIPS FOR SUCCESS · Set Manageable Goals. Maybe you want to begin exercising, but you haven’t been off the couch in years, or have mobility issues, you are probably not going to want to... Continue Reading

January 1st, 2021
Tips on Touring Senior Communities (with checklist!)
December 25th, 2020
Tips On Touring Senior Communities (With Checklist!) &Raquo; File

#1 Work with a local senior placement service Why? Because these are the experts on senior living in your community. They will help you narrow down your search to the communities that are the best fit for you or your senior loved one. They will help you identify senior communities that fit your needs, budget and preferred geographic location. A good senior expert is in and out of the local communities and know which ones have availability, what their pricing looks like, pricing specials/incentives they are offering, activities & events that match yours or your loved ones desires. For example,... Continue Reading

December 25th, 2020