Assisted Living, Senior Living Specialists Blog, Dallas, Ft Worth TX Areas

October 28, 2013 By Paul Markowitz

Dallas Alzheimer Care

Learning that a loved one has Alzheimer’s brings up a whirlwind of emotions. An article from Caring.com, suggests that your first step is to let the reality sink in. Like any traumatic life event, accepting what has happened is critical to making decisions about what comes next. Learning the basics about the disease is also important to help you understand how Alzheimer’s may progress in your loved one.

From there, the article suggests that you “get organized” about how to care for your loved one with Alzheimer’s. Early-stage Alzheimer’s is the ideal time to make a plan for how to deal with issues surrounding money, records, support and most importantly, care. Before you really start to feel the pressure, start your own running resource list of the names and contact information of people who can help provide Alzheimer’s care in the Dallas area, from local organizations to friends and family who can help. [Read more…]

October 28, 2013 By Paul Markowitz

Assisted Living Facilities Coppell TX

Assisted living facilities have been in the news lately. In response to a television report about abuses in assisted living facilities, a state senator in CA is introducing legislation to protect seniors and other states are sure to follow suit. The investigative article reported that at least 27 seniors have died due to documented neglect and abuse in assisted living facilities in the county since 2008.

Assisted Living Facilities, Coppell TX and DFW Areas

It’s unfortunate that assisted living facilities only make the news when something awful happens. The truth is, there are many very positive things to say about the assisted living and senior care industries. Many people here in the Coppell and DFW areas are living safely and comfortably in assisted living facilities. As a family member, though, it’s easy to worry about selecting the right facility for your loved one. [Read more…]

October 16, 2013 By Paul Markowitz

Dementia Care in Parker TX

Millions of older adults are living with some form dementia. The majority of these people have special needs for care. In the early stages of dementia, patients may not need much additional care as they are forgetful but can care for themselves. As the disease progresses, people may become confused about the time or their location, and decisions become difficult. Eventually, people with dementia have a harder time communicating and caring for themselves. In the late stages of dementia, patients can no longer recognize their loved ones, eat without assistance, or even move. [Read more…]

October 7, 2013 By Paul Markowitz

Lewisville TX Alzheimer’s Care

Help finding Alzheimer’s Care

The number of care facilities for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s is on the rise, and it’s no surprise. According to a new report, more than 35 million people worldwide live with dementia today. By 2050, that number is expected to more than triple to 115 million. While people may be able to live independently in the early stages of the Alzheimer’s, the majority will eventually require constant, specialized care. For many families, this means the need for a specialized Alzheimer’s care facility.

Lewisville TX and DFW Areas Alzheimer’s Care Facilities

As more and more facilities become available for Alzheimer’s care, it’s getting more difficult for families to select the right facility for their loved one. In the Lewisville TX area, there’s help available. In 2008, I was faced with this same issue when my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. That experience inspired me to create a FREE service to help other families just like I helped Sue, below. Contact me today to get your free guide.

I needed to find the best Lewisville TX Alzheimer’s Care Home for my 94 year-old father who had a fall and needed more one-on-one care than the assisted living environment he was in could provide. Senior Living Specialists responded to my request immediately. They gave me a number of senior care options in my local area as well as suggestions and assistance in order to evaluate them.

I was able to move my dad to a wonderful Alzheimer’s care facility near me, well suited to meet his needs and within our budget, in one week! Senior Living Specialists showed great compassion and attention to our situation. What a wonderful service!! – Sue W. –Lewsiville TX

Choose Senior Living Specialists for Lewisville TX Alzheimer’s Care

Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Lewisville, Garland, Arlington, Frisco, McKinney and Plano. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best Alzheimer’s care facility in the area, 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.

September 24, 2013 By Paul Markowitz

Assisted Living Group Homes Murphy TX

Help in Finding Assisted Living Group Homes

As the population ages, more and more families are looking for assisted living group homes and facilities in the Murphy TX and DFW areas. Not all assisted living facilities are the same. There are many different levels of care that help define an assisted living facility. Levels of care in assisted living facilities are often based on the specific needs of the person. Here are some questions that determine the level of care a facility offers (and charges for):

Can the person safely take care of their bathing needs?
Can the person dress without assistance, including find motor functions such as zipping and buttoning?
Can the person take care of grooming needs such as shaving, brushing hair, and brushing teeth?
How much mobility assistance does the person need?
Can the person manage any incontinence issues without assistance?
How many caregivers does the person need, and how often?
Does the person need assistance eating?
Does the person need injectable medications?
Does the person need assistance with laundry?
Does the person have a specialized condition that requires extra care, such as dementia?

Assisted Living in Murphy TX and DFW Areas

With all these consideration about levels of care, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when choosing an assisted living facility for your loved one. In the Murphy TX area, you have a source that can help you navigate through the many challenges of finding an assisted 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 just like I helped this person, below. Contact me today to get your free guide.

My mom was struggling in the Assistant Living facility that she was in prior to where she is now. When we realized that mom needed more individual care than she was able to get at this facility, I contacted Senior Living Specialists. The thing that I liked most about the service was the fact that they understood we had to “take care of business” quickly. They were very forthcoming with ideas and immediately suggested I call a Murphy Assisted Living Group Home. They were very knowledgeable about the area we wanted to stay in and never tried to “up sell” us with any more than I was looking for. I have recommended Senior Living Specialists to a couple of friends already. I also know my sister has given their contact information to a good friend who was in “crisis mode” to help her loved one. I will continue to recommend both Senior Living Specialists to anybody that I can. ~ Anne, Murphy, TX

Choose Senior Living Specialists for Assisted Living Group Homes Murphy TX

Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Murphy, Garland, Arlington, Frisco, McKinney and Plano. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best assisted living facility in the area, 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.

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