At some point in many families’ lives, they’ll have to address a momentous elephant in the room: Whether it’s time to move a loved one to a senior housing community. It’s often a difficult subject because of the popular belief that if you truly love someone, just bring them to live with you. And while that’s certainly an option for some people, it’s not practical for others. [Read more…]
There are few things in life that are scarier than hearing that you or a loved one has a heart condition. Things can get even more overwhelming if you keep hearing medical terms that go right over your head. [Read more…]
While the news may be full of stories of accidents, crime scenes, mass shootings, and whatever shocking story of the day may be, the fact remains that heart disease is the number one killer in our country. [Read more…]
Austin, Texas has long been known for its nightlife, many restaurants, festivals, and great music scene more than probably anything else. The young vibe of the residents is reflected in its one of a kind shopping, world class museums, and gorgeous outdoor parks. [Read more…]
There is a nationwide nursing shortage affecting states around the country, including Texas. Over 3,000 assisted living facilities and nursing homes in the state are experienc-ing a shortage of nurses, according to the Texas Health Care Association (THCA). Fifty-five of those facilities are in East Texas. Although this isn’t a new problem, it is getting worse and experts are wanting lawmakers to find ways to help solve the problem. [Read more…]