As the Dallas-Fort Worth areas most experienced senior care advisors, we understand how uncertain adult children feel when searching for senior housing for a parent. One question we often receive is whether adult children should visit communities on their own or bring their parent along when touring assisted living communities the first time.
Unfortunately, there isn’t an easy answer to this one. But there are pro’s and con’s you should be aware of as you make this decision. [Read more…]
When an aging loved one needs senior living, adult children are often shocked to learn Medicare doesn’t pay for these often steep expenses. For some families, covering the cost of care without some form of assistance just isn’t possible. One frequently overlooked program that might help bridge the gap is the Veteran’s Aid & Attendance benefit. This program is designed to help veterans and their surviving spouses access the care they need.
Understanding whether or not a loved one is eligible and working your way through the application process can be discouraging for families. [Read more…]
The holiday season is often a time when families are reunited. In some cases, it is the first time all year when everyone is together. For adult children in north Texas and in other areas of the country, the change in a senior loved one’s condition can sometimes be shocking.
An adult child may not have realized how much an aging parent has been struggling. Even though they talk on the phone with one another several times a week, senior loved ones are often unwilling to open up about the challenges they are experiencing. It can cause panic in the family when everyone returns home and realizes an older loved one needs to make a move to a residential care home or an assisted living community. [Read more…]
There are many options for elder care around the Plano area. As people begin their search for a facility right for their loved ones, they’re faced with many questions. How do you know which one is right for your loved one? How can you trust that the facility will provide the proper care? How do you assess which elder care option is the best fit? More people than ever are tackling these questions. According to the Administration on Aging, the older population – persons 65 years or older—numbered 41.4 million in 2011. The number of older Americans increased by 6.3 million or 18% since 2000, compared to an increase of 9.4% for the under-65 population.
As the elderly population grows, so does the number of facilities available to provide care for them. Here in the Plano area, you have a source that can help you navigate through the many challenges of finding a facility for your loved one. In 2008, I was faced with this same issue as my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. That experience inspired me to create a FREE service to help other families, just like I helped Mary, below. Contact me today to get your free guide.
After being recommended by their physician, my parents met Paul Markowitz at their Independent Living Facility and shared his information with me. When the time came for my mom and I to make decisions for my dad, Paul gave us invaluable information and answered so many questions that we had during such an emotional time. I am an only child and his compassion towards the elder care industry and also to my parents made me feel like he was part of the family. It can be overwhelming with lists of places and Paul made the selection process manageable and quick in finding just the right place. His help was so much more personalized.
I already have referred people to Senior Living Specialists and highly recommend anyone in this situation to engage your services. Thank you so very much for caring and guidance. I am forever grateful.
Mary B. – Wylie, TX
Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Plano, Frisco, McKinney and Arlington. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best care facility in Plano, then please contact me (Paul) by email at paul@seniorlivingspecialists.com or by phone at 214.929.5055. Remember, there is no cost to families for our services. Senior Living Specialists is a non-biased third party service compensated by referral fees from facilities.
No one wants to give up their independence. As people get older, though, handling the tasks of everyday living on their own can become a challenge. For some, they may need just a little support. Others who may have physical disabilities, significant health issues, or early signs of dementia that make living alone unsafe. As seniors face the need for assistance, many struggle with the idea of giving up their independence. In the DFW area, senior living facilities offer a wide variety of services to help seniors maintain their independence while still getting the care they need.
Finding senior care options in Dallas can feel like a daunting task. We’re here to help! As a locally owned company, we’re familiar with the Dallas area and can help you navigate through the many challenges of finding a senior living facility for your loved one. In 2008, I was faced with this same issue as my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. That experience inspired me to create a FREE service to help other families, like Martin and his family, below.
“We were new to the area and wanted to have our parents who are in their 80’s join us. Paul was extremely helpful by identifying three Dallas Senior Living locations near our home which responded to my parents’ needs and desires.”
Martin Y – Dallas, Texas
Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Richardson, Arlington, McKinney and Plano. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best assisted living facility in Dallas, then please contact me (Paul) by email at paul@seniorlivingspecialists.com or by phone at 214.929.5055. Remember, there is no cost to families for our services. Senior Living Specialists is a non-biased third party service compensated by referral fees from facilities.