Houston can be a rewarding place to retire, but the country’s fourth-largest city can also feel overwhelming. Many residents worked for decades in the energy corridor and were rewarded with a quiet house in their city of choice. But this quiet life can lead to feelings of isolation too, as the world seems to get
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Houston storm season arrives every year between June and November. For families with an older parent or spouse living alone, the storms mean more than worrying about property damage. A hurricane looming over the Gulf Coast means potential floods and power outages. It means wondering how a senior loved one will weather the storm. For
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The COVID pandemic was unlike anything most of us have ever lived through before. Thankfully, the vaccines work, but this is no time to let one’s guard down for infectious diseases. Although it never went away, tuberculosis (TB) has made a significant reappearance, surpassing COVID-19 as the leading global concern. This shift demands our attention
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Navigating your home should be easy and enjoyable, especially as you age. Accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities is not an option. It is an absolute necessity. However, the average cost of modifying a home can easily add up and become thousands of dollars. Finding an assisted living community that eliminates climbing stairs makes
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Families often face difficult decisions in the journey of caring for a loved one with dementia. One of the most challenging is finding the right care setting that feels like home. At Civitas Senior Living communities, we understand this emotional journey intimately. Our memory care neighborhoods, known as The Cottage, are designed to offer more
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Help Breaking Down the Cost of Houston Senior Living According to the 2023 Genworth Cost of Care survey, the average cost of senior living in the United States is $5,350 per month for an assisted living facility. This figure will vary depending on the type of care you need and where you live. Continue reading
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The bathroom is an essential area in your house to facilitate your health and cleanliness, but it can double as a slipping hazard. According to the National Council on Aging, one in four seniors experience a fall in the bathroom each year. With such a high risk, it’s no wonder that many seniors worry about
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