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Fall Prevention Awareness Month
Fall Prevention is an important aspect of caring for Seniors. Here are some facts on falls in assisted living: -More than 33% of adults 65 and older fall each year in the United States. -20% to 30% of people who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries such as bruises, hip fractures or head traumas. -Approximately…
Tips for Downsizing When Moving Seniors into Assisted Living
Leaving home to go into an assisted living community is distressing for many seniors. It is especially stressful for those who have been living in the same place for a long time. Note that even if there is no sentimental attachment to a home, seniors often have trouble dealing with change. This move represents dramatic…
Canned Food Drive Succesful
Wanted to thank everyone for their participation in the canned food drive; it was a huge success and we filled up the entire back end of a cargo van. The canned food items were picked up on Monday and the representative from the Methodist Food Bank was extremely grateful and asked that we express his…
How to Help Your Parent Adjust to Assisted Living
The step in a senior’s life when he or she relocates to assisted living is often emotional and frightening. The difficulty accepting a new residence can have adverse effects on her mood and physical health. As a loved one, it is your goal to make transitioning as pleasant as possible to avoid problems that come…
The Importance Of Friendship In A Senior Community
Is your beloved senior feeling lonely as they age because all of their friends are moving on or passing away? It is important to find a way to help them fight this loneliness, as it can lead to depression, isolation, and an increased risk of sickness. A senior community living situation may be all they…
Canned Food Drive To Benefit Garland and Richardson Residents
For the month of November, we are teaming up again with the ACTS Methodist Food Bank to collect canned goods to benefit local residents of Garland and Richardson. Last year this canned food drive was a huge success and we collected close to 1,000 pounds of canned goods. Please feel free to bring in some…




