Learning that a loved one has Alzheimer’s brings up many questions and a whirlwind of emotions. Like any traumatic life event, accepting what has happened is critical to making decisions about what comes next. Let your loved one know they won’t be alone, then start pulling together resources. We’re here to let you know that, as a caregiver, you’re not alone, either. [Read more…]
Worried about the costs of senior living in the Arlington and DFW area? As you research your senior care options, consider how many services are often included in the cost of a facility. It’s common for people to underestimate how much money they spend on food, entertainment, utilities, security and other items that frequently are included in the cost of a senior living facility. In addition, senior living facilities provide additional value that seniors need and just can’t get at home, such as activities and assistance with daily tasks. [Read more…]
Everyone has memory loss, and as a person gets older, it’s common for signs of memory issues to become more prevalent. How do you know when “normal” memory issues are actually a sign of something much more serious, such Alzheimer’s disease? Here are the top 10 early signs of the disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association: [Read more…]
Did you know that nearly one in every eight people, or 13 percent of our population, is over 65? In some communities, this is even higher. As America’s population ages and the number of senior citizens grows, facilities that serve seniors are more and more abundant. The needs of seniors range a lot, too. From independent living facilities to memory care specialties to residential care homes, there are many options for senior care in the Dallas area. [Read more…]
The hardest part of life’s toughest challenge is feeling like you’re alone. Sometimes, just connecting with someone who has been through something similar to what you’re going through can make all the difference. I hear this a lot from the families who contact me for help finding senior care facilities in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. In fact, this type of needed support is why Senior Living Specialists exists. [Read more…]