Posts Tagged With ‘ senior housing ’

There are 2 common types of assisted living. First there’s the traditional large buildings with activity directors, transportation, and 100+ residents. It’s large but scalable with more amenities and services to offer residents. Then there’s the smaller residential home model – ‘mom and pop’ style with more individual attention. Loe Hornbuckle is the CEO and founder of Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and he has taken the advantages of each to create a third type: a ‘best of both worlds’ version of assisted living. This model: –... Continue Reading

WE DID IT! For the 3rd year in a row, my team and I were voted Best Senior Services Consultant in Denton County!! What an incredible honor. ABOUT THE AWARD: Murray Media Group highlights local Denton County businesses that demonstrate a combination of outstanding customer service and commitment to the community. Residents from Denton County nominate and then vote for their favorite local businesses. THANK YOU to everyone who voted for us! https://bestofdentoncounty.com/senior-services/ Originally Published on https://www.loriwilliams-seniorservices.com/ Continue Reading

Did you know that adults age 65 and up have the highest hospital admission rates for dehydration? A UCLA study found that 40% of seniors may be chronically under-hydrated. Why is dehydration such a problem for seniors? There are several factors, such as: a decreased sense of thirst, medications, mobility issues, and cognitive impairment. Dehydration can cause serious health issues, and to make it even more challenging, the symptoms of dehydration can be difficult to recognize. Signs to look for include: dry skin or loss of elasticity, dizziness, less frequent urination, dark-colored urine, and... Continue Reading

If you’re like most people, considering a move to a senior living community can be a difficult and emotional decision. You have probably lived in your house for 30+ years, accumulating a lifetime of treasures and memories. Maybe you’ve reached the point where maintaining your home has become a burden, physically and/or financially. You may be tired of cooking and cleaning or you are feeling lonely and isolated. You decide to do a little research on your own, so you google senior living communities, and are inundated with a plethora of choices: independent living vs assisted living…all meals... Continue Reading

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