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November 9, 2017 By Paul Markowitz

New Regulations for Assisted Living in Texas: What You Need to Know

UPDATED: January 2023
When it comes to looking for an assisted living community for your loved one, one of the things to take into consideration is a facility’s license. Below, we’ve provided some basic information to help you understand how assisted living communities are licensed as well as some of the most current regulations for assisted living in Texas. [Read more…]

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September 28, 2017 By Paul Markowitz

Alternative Health and Wellness Practices for Seniors

Many seniors are turning to alternative health and wellness therapies in addition to conventional medicine. While doctor’s visits and prescriptions may be imperative to maintaining healthy, complementary practices are becoming popular among seniors as a way to nurture the mind and body. For some, these complementary therapies can be spiritual, for others they are a way to ease anxiety, depression, and symptoms of pain or discomfort. There are several practices that have emerged, and even some that have been around for ages. Read on. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: Assisted Living, Senior Living Tagged With: Assisted Living Advice, assisted living facilities help, Dallas Senior Care, senior caregiver resources

September 27, 2017 By Paul Markowitz

The Next Big Senior Housing Trend: Living in Luxury

Traditionally, many seniors and their families have seen assisted living as a way to downsize and have a peaceful place to live, more recently others have taken retirement as an opportunity to live a higher end, luxury lifestyle with upgraded services and amenities.

Why the change? One reason is a reflection upon the nation’s demographics. As baby boomers begin to retire, 4 million for the next 20 years to be exact, trends show that luxury living is a top priority. [Read more…]

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May 11, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

The Hidden Costs of Being a Family Caregiver

As baby boomers in north Texas continue to grow older, the demand for family caregivers is climbing. These informal caregivers are most often spouses and adult children. But as more and more families are scattered across the country, it isn’t uncommon to find neighbors, friends, grandchildren, and even clergy members taking a more active role in caregiving.

In taking on the role of caregiver, loved ones often discover there are hidden costs for providing senior care they weren’t expecting. It can take a real bite out of the caregiver’s personal finances.

So what are the true costs of caring for a senior loved one?

From direct care expenses to lost wages, here’s what you should consider before assuming the role. [Read more…]

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April 6, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

How a Senior Living Advisor Can Help You Make an Informed Choice

At the Senior Living Specialists, we know how difficult it often is for adult children to accept that the time has come for an aging parent to sell their home and move to a senior housing community. It is a big and important decision to make. And it is a move you don’t want your older loved one to have to go through more than once.

This is where an industry expert can be of help.

The Senior Care Experts in North Texas

Senior care advisors are dedicated to helping older adults understand and explore their options. For older adults and their families, the maze of senior care choices can feel overwhelming. [Read more…]

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