Franklin Park® Sonterra 18323 Sonterra Place San Antonio, TX 78258 (210) 404-1444
Independent Living Assisted Living Lic.# 147405
Franklin Park® TPC Parkway 21802 Encino Commons San Antonio, TX 78259 (210) 462-1004
Independent Living
Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 146061
Franklin Park® Alamo Heights 230 W. Sunset Road San Antonio, TX 78209 (210)829-5955
Independent Living Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 148688
Franklin Park® Boerne 18 Old San Antonio Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830)816-5150
Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 147707
Franklin Park® Round Rock 4155 Teravista Club Drive Round Rock, TX 78665 (512)388-6076
Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 147329
Cedar Ranch at Westover Hills brings the best of Texas home.
As part of the Willow River Senior Living family, we are dedicated to those living with the challenging conditions of an aging brain, providing caring, dedicated staff and a community designed for each person living with memory impairment. Everything we do incorporates our holistic THRIVE approach, based upon world-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach® to memory care.
We honor each of our residents – their past, present, and future – and encourage them to find joy and opportunity in each day.
• Independent Living
• Assisted Living
• Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans
• Luxury Cottages
• Utilities, WiFi, and expanded cable included
• All day dining, scratch made gourmet menu
• Transportation 6 days a week
• 24 hour concierge
• Pet friendly
• Onsite in-home care available
Content Index
All About Us
Bexar Area Agency on Aging Services
Learn about all of the programs available to older adults through Bexar Area Agency on Aging. There will be a one-hour information session, with an opportunity after the session to talk with BAAA staff and receive information.
Monday, August 22, 2022 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Elvira Cisneros Community Center 517 S.W. Military Dr.
Please call to RSVP: (210) 927-9328
Thursday, September 15 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am
District 2 Senior Center
1751 South W.W. White Rd.
Please call to RSVP: (210) 207-5392
Monday, October 17 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am San Antonio Oasis 700 Babcock Rd.
Please call to RSVP: (210) 236-5954
Wednesday, November 9 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am
West End Park Senior Center 1226 N.W. 18th St.
Please call to RSVP: (210) 207-1720
Please inform us at least 48 hours prior to the event if you need services for the hearing impaired.
This event is sponsored by the Bexar Senior Advisory Committee
Transportation
American Cancer SocietyRoad to Recovery** 800-227-2345
Austin and surrounding areas:
Drive a Senior – Austin, ATX 512-472-6339 west@driveasenioratx.org www.driveasenioratx.org
Drive a Senior – Central Texas 512-445-5552 ctx@driveasenior.org www.driveaseniorCTX.org
Faith in Action – Austin area 512-868-9544 Senior.rides@faithinaction.org www.faithinaction.org
Southwest Outreach for Older People – SWOOPSA 210-558-0007 swoopsa@seniortransport.org
Tailor-Made
“We Will Hold Your Hand Along The Way” A senior placement agency provides placement services speci cally tailored to meet the needs of seniors in need of an appropriate residence. e agency may work directly with seniors together with the senior's family, evaluating their speci c situation to determine a community or facility that is the best t. e senior placement professional can accompany you on tours, making sure your questions are answered and that the community is the right t for your needs.
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When planning care for a loved one, it can often be difficult, stressful and confusing to understand what care is truly needed. It doesn’t have to be.
Senior Helpers® now makes it easier for families to truly understand the care their loved ones need with our exclusive Senior Helpers LIFE ProfileTM (Life, Independence, Function, Evaluation). Our unique LIFE Profile is a data-driven assessment tool that provides a holistic view of the risks, needs, and factors that influence the ability to age at home.
Based on more than 15 years of research, Senior Helpers LIFE Profile has been shown to improve overall quality of life, reduce hospitalization risk and support successful aging at home.
The Senior Helpers LIFE Profile helps you answer the following questions:
1. W hat activities can my loved one reliably do on their own?
2. W here and when is assistance needed?
3. W hat are the critical things I need to know to help keep my loved one safe at home?
The Senior Helpers LIFE Profile is a comprehensive assessment that reviews the five key factors that are most important for successful aging: Safety Independence Medical Condition Burden of Care Management Quality of Life
Hooper Administrator, Owner Senior Advocate
Senior Helpers uses the data and information gathered through the LIFE Profile to create a customized Senior Helpers SmartCare PlanTM. This is an actionable and measurable plan of care that is specifically tailored to your loved one’s needs.
The Senior Helpers SmartCare Plan is your blueprint to schedule, manage and direct care activities for your loved one based on his or her specific needs. It is used to provide direction to our caregivers and measure to your loved one’s progress so we can adjust the care provided and further improve the potential for successful aging at home – the place they want to live!
R & R HOME CAREGIVERS
San Antonio Home Health & Hospice
85 NE Loop 410
Suite 607
San Antonio, TX 78216
TEL: (210) 787-3343
Covered Counties
Atascosa • Bandera • Bexar
Comal • Guadalupe • Kendall Kerr • Medina • Wilson
Aspen Hospice & Palliative Care
Austin North Office
1201 Sam Bass Rd.
Suite 200
Round Rock, TX 78681
TEL: (512) 856-5668
Covered Counties
Burnet • Lampasas Travis • Williamson
Dallas Hospice & Palliative Care
3020 Broadmoor Ln.
Suite 300
Flower Mound, TX 75022
TEL: (214) 383-8188
Covered Counties
Collin • Dallas • Denton Tarrant
Aspen Hospice & Palliative Care
Austin South Office
7500 Rialto Blvd.
Suite 250
Austin, TX 78735
TEL: (512) 549-2249
Covered Counties
Bastrop • Caldwell • Guadalupe Hays • Travis
Things to Know
HEALTH
Alzheimer’s Assoc
www.alz.org
800-272-3900 Help Line
American Cancer
www.cancer.org
512-928-1144 Austin 210-614-4211 San Antonio
American Diabetes www.diabetes.org 800-252-8233
American Heart www.americanheart.org
512-433-4000 Austin 210-614-4121 San Antonio
American Red Cross www.redcross.org
512-928-4271 Austin 210-224-5151 San Antonio 830-257-4677 Kerrville
Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org
800-442-6683
Easter Seals www.easterseals.org 800-221-6827
National Parkinson Foundation www.parkinson.org 800-327-4545
FEDERAL & STATE AGENCIES
Area Agency on Aging
512-438-6208 Austin 210-477-3275 San Antonio 254-770-2330 Central Texas
Department of Veteran Affairs Veterans
Benefits Administration www.va.gov 800-827-1000 Austin 210-617-5300 San Antonio
Helping the Aging, Needy & Disabled www.handcentraltx.org 512-477-3796
Meals on Wheels
512-476-6325 Austin 210-735-5115 San Antonio
Medicare Health Information Counseling & Advocacy Program 1-800-252-9240
Medicare and Medicaid Services www.cms.hhs.gov 800-633-4227
Texas Department of the Aging and Disability Services www.dads.state.tx.us 1-888-902-9990
Texas State Securities Board
(We regulate stockbrokers, investment advisors, and investments sold to Texans) www.ssb.state.tx.us www.TexasInvestorEd.org 512-305-8300 866-663-0009
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Adult Protective Services
800-252-5400
Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center 210-335-2128 www.bexar.org/drc
Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly American Bar Assoc www.abanet.org/aging
Low Vision Resource Center & Owl Radio www.lowvisionclub.com 210-829-4223
Talking Book Program
800-252-9605 www.tsl.state.tx.us
Texas and New Mexico Hospice Organization 512-454-1247 www.txnmhospice.org
Housing & Services Descriptions
Look for these color-coded housing types on the pages of this magazine …
ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES 55+ either age targeted or age restricted offer home ownership for adults 55+. These communities are maintenance free and offer a monthly association fee. Many of these communities are single family homes, cottages, patio homes, condominiums and townhomes.
SENIOR APARTMENTS offer all the amenities of regular apartment communities but have a minimum age requirement, in some communities it is 55 years of age, in others it is 62. Many of these apartments offer reduced rent for those that qualify, they are identified as “affordable” apartment communities.
INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH SERVICE COMMUNITIES offer older adult congregate housing that is generally replete with many amenities and social activities and services. Most communities offer restaurant-style meals, frequent events and country club style furnishings.
PERSONAL CARE HOMES this is a home in a residential care setting equipped to give adequate care to three residents. Personal care services may be delivered, i.e. assistance with bathing, moving, feeding, general oversight of the physical and mental well-being of a person who needs assistance.
ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES offer help with all aspects of daily activities (bathing, grooming and dressing assistance, perhaps) in atmosphere of semi-private living units. There is a wide range of services and amenities offered in this category. Provide many activities, excellent meals and beautiful appointments. All are currently licensed by the state as assisted living communities.
ALZHEIMER’S MEMORY CARE COMMUNITIES can be a special unit of a free-standing community designed to sensitively care for those with Alzheimer’s or memory-related disorders.
SKILLED
NURSING / PHYSICAL REHABILITATION COMMUNITIES Offer hospital-like attention in an institutional atmosphere. These facilities offer 24-hour supervision. The amount of additional services, upkeep, food, and the structure of facilities can vary from nursing home to nursing home. They also may specialize in short term or acute nursing care, intermediate care or long term skilled nursing care.
HOSPICE CARE care may be provided in the home or a senior care facility. Services can include pain management and a variety of emotional, spiritual and physical support issues.
HOME HEALTH CARE agencies offer skilled nursing services, wound care, distribution of medication, physical and rehabilitation therapies.
PERSONAL CARE SERVICES providers of licensed health care services in the home and communities offer non-medical assistance with such tasks as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and transportation.
HOUSING
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Village at Collinwood
Welcome HOME! Your new apartment is waiting for you! The Village at Collinwood is a community set apart from the standard one-size-fits-all lifestyle! Here we are focused on an environment that is resident centered. Being a part of this community, comes with an EXTRA element of unity and family. We value each and every one of our residents and our staff strives to personally connect with everyone who lives here. We offer spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes. We have incredible amenities that will perfectly fit your active lifestyle, so you can live life to the fullest. We are close to a variety of shopping and dining experiences. Our Leasing Agents are standing by to offer you a Video or In-Person tour, so call us TODAY!
BENEFITS / SERVICES HOUSING OPTIONS
• Valet Trash Service
• Elevators
• Covered Parking
• Limited Access Entry Gates
• Pet Friendly
• Walk-in Closets
• Handicap Accessible
La Vista
Enjoy the Serenity of Independent Living. Located in the Heart of Texas just on the outskirts of San Marcos, La Vista is independent living at its finest, offering spacious 1 & 2 bedroom floorplans, conveniently grouped in our one-story community. Come and join our family.
Austin, Texas 1001 Collinwood West Dr Austin, TX 78753
OFFICE HOURS
M-F 8:30 - 5:30 pm Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday Closed
DIRECTIONS
IH35N take the 243 exit toward Braker Ln, turn right on E Braker Ln, take a right on Bluff Bend Dr, we are on the left.
BENEFITS / SERVICES HOUSING OPTIONS
• Transportation Services
• Social & Recreational Activities
• Hair Salon
• Congregate Meals
VISITS & TOURS
Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 Saturday by appointment
• Swimming Pool
• Washer & Dryer Connections
• Laundry Facilities
• Pet Friendly
DIRECTIONS
Take IH35 to San Marcos, exit Wonder World Dr. Go east on Wonder World Dr. Cross Hwy. 123. Off road on your left.
DIRECTORY
What is affordable housing?
The Low Income Housing Tax Credit program is managed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Through the program, owners of multi-family homes designate as tax credit properties, to low-income residents for a reduced rent. Senior apartments that advertise the word ‘affordable’ are generally tax credit apartment communities. You will also often see the words “Income Limit Restrictions Apply" Each tax credit senior apartment community has different income requirements so it's important to ask when contacting them.
These communities have many of the same amenities as the 55 & 62+ communities, some are resort style pool, movie theatre, library, exercise room, social activities.
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY/CENTRAL TEXAS
1. Abundant Hospice Home
2. Amberlin Georgetown
3. ArborView at Circle C Ranch
4. Ashford Wellington
5. Augusta at Gruene, The
6. Bel Air at Terra Vista by Cantex
7. Cedar Ranch at Westover Hills
8. Coronado at Stone Oak by Cantex
9. Eden Hill Communities
10 Elan Westpointe
11. Franklin Park - Alamo Heights
12. Franklin Park - Boerne
13. Franklin Park - Round Rock
14. Franklin Park - Sonterra
15. Franklin Park - TPC Parkway
16. The Huntington
17. La Vista Apts
18. NewForest Estate
19. Sage Senior Living
20. Sorrento by Cantex
21. Sunrise Village
22 The Towers on Park Lane
23. TruCare of Selma
24. Villa de San Antonio
25. Village at Collinwood
Junction
26. The Village at Incarnate Word
27. Windemere at Westover Hills by Cantex
Numbers on map corresponds with numbers on pg 25. Location points are approximate.
The Augusta at Gruene in New Braunfels offers abundant natural beauty throughout the many acres of single story garden apartments. Each home boasts a brick exterior, a private patio and one- or twocar attached garages. Residents of the Augusta at Gruene enjoy great amenities with a relaxed Hill Country setting. Voted #1 apartment community in Comal County!
• No neighbors above or below
• All Brick Exterior
• Private Entry from Garage with Automatic Opener*
• Spacious Patio with Lattice Privacy Fence
• Full-size Washer/ Dryer Connections
• Convenient Walk to Historic Gruene
• Easy Access to IH-35 *In select units
DIRECTORY
ArborView Circle C Ranch Pg 26
GEORGETOWN
Amberlin Georgetown Pg 27
NEW BRAUNFELS
Augusta at Gruene, The Pg 28
SAN ANTONIO
Senior Living Pg 29
SAN MARCOS
Ashford Wellington Pg 47
Staying Safe When Exercising Outdoors for Older Adults
You’ve made a plan to be more active, and you’re ready to go outside and get started. But before you do, make sure that you can exercise safely in your neighborhood. Here are a few tips that can help you stay safe as you get moving.
Think Ahead About Safety.
• Carry your ID with emergency contact information and bring a small amount of cash and a cell phone with you, especially if walking alone. Stay alert by not talking on the phone as you walk and keeping the volume low on your headphones.
• Let others know where you’re going and when you plan to be back.
• Stick to well-lit places with other people around.
• Be seen to be safe. Wear light or brightly colored clothing during the day. Wear reflective material on your clothing and carry a flashlight at night. Put lights on the front and back of your bike.
• Wear sturdy, appropriate shoes for your activity that give you proper footing.
Walk Safely in Rural Areas.
• If possible, walk during daylight hours.
• Choose routes that are well-used, well-lit, and safe. Choose routes with places to sit in case you want to stop and rest.
• Stay alert at all times. If you’re listening to music as you walk, turn down the volume so you can still hear bike bells and warnings from other walkers and runners coming up behind you.
• Always walk facing oncoming traffic.
• Walk on a sidewalk or a path whenever possible. Watch out for uneven sidewalks, which are tripping hazards.
• Look for a smooth, stable surface alongside the road.
Walk Safely in Urban Areas.
• If the road has guardrails, see if there’s a smooth, flat surface behind the barrier where you can walk. If you need to walk on a paved shoulder, stay as far away from traffic as possible.
• Watch for bridges and narrow shoulders.
• Cross at crosswalks or intersections. Jaywalking increases your risk of a serious accident. Pay attention to the traffic signal. Cross only when you have the pedestrian crossing signal.
• Never assume a driver sees you crossing the street. Try to make eye contact with drivers as they approach. Before you start to cross a street, make sure you have plenty of time to get across. Rushing increases your risk of falling.
• Look across ALL lanes you must cross and make sure each lane is clear before proceeding. Look left, right, and left again before crossing. Just because one driver stops, don’t presume drivers in other lanes will stop for you.
• Check out city parks. Many parks have walking or jogging trails away from traffic.
Why would I want to sell my house and move into an Independent Living Community?
We hear this question all the time from active adults and seniors. Many do not see the benefit of selling their house and moving into an independent living community.
Many of the reasons are:
“This is my home I have lived here for ___ number of years, and I raised my children in this house.”
“My house is paid for.”
“It cost so much money to live in a community, how can I afford to live there?”
“What am I going to do with all of the stuff I
have accumulated over the years?”
“I am still too young and healthy.”
Below is a cost of living comparison worksheet that will help you calculate costs to see how independent living compares favorably to the cost of maintaining a home. Each community offers different pricing, call and schedule a tour at couple of the communities in your area, they can provide the information you need to calculate and compare costs.
MONTHLY EXPENSES CURRENT COMMUNITY
Mortgage
HOA/Association fees Included
Property taxes Included
Home insurance
Utilities (gas, electric) Included
Water, sewer, trash Included
Cable/WiFi Included
Lawn maintenance Included
Home repairs and maintenance Included
Food (monthly groceries) Included
24-hour security Included
Emergency response system Included
Scheduled transportation (car, gas, repairs, insurance) Included
Health club membership/Exercise classes Included
Entertainment Included
Pool outdoor/indoor Included*
Washer/dryer Included*
Housekeeping Included*
Without the demand of maintaining a home, you will have time to socialize, travel, enjoy many fun and exciting social activities.
Take time and visit communities in your area, schedule a tour and have lunch (many communities offer a complimentary meal), so you can check out the cuisine.
Attend social activities provided by the community and meet some of the residents and see how they like
*In select communities
living in an independent community.
And if you are worried about getting your house ready to sell, there are realtors who work with active adults and seniors on a regular basis and they will help with resources to get your home ready to sell. And, there are many companies who offer services like, downsizing your items , moving and packing and who assist with estates sales, so you don’t have to do it alone.
Featured Article
Managing Sleep Problems
Here are some tips that may help caregivers manage sleep problems in people with Alzheimer’s disease:
1. Help the person get exercise each day, limit naps, and make sure the person gets enough rest at night. Being overly tired can increase late-afternoon and nighttime restlessness.
2. Plan activities that use more energy early in the day. For example, try bathing in the morning or having the largest family meal in the middle of the day.
3. Set a quiet, peaceful mood in the evening
to help the person relax. Keep the lights low, try to reduce the noise levels, and play soothing music if he or she enjoys it.
4. Try to have the person go to bed at the same time each night. A bedtime routine, such as reading out loud, also may help.
5. Limit ca eine.
6. Use nightlights in the bedroom, hall, and bathroom. Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org/patient-care-andhealth-information
3 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Exercise
Are you considering adding exercise to your daily routine or signi cantly increasing your level of activity? Talk to your doctor about the exercises and physical activities that are best for you. During your appointment, you can ask:
1. Are there any exercises or activities I should avoid? Your doctor can make recommendations based on your health history, keeping in mind any recent surgeries or ongoing health conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease. This would be a great time to check with your doctor about any unexplained symptoms you’ve been experiencing, such as chest pain or pressure, joint pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath. Your doctor may recommend postponing exercise until the problem is diagnosed and treated.
2. Is my preventive care up to date? Your doctor can tell you if there are any tests you might need. For example, women over age 65 should be checked regularly for osteoporosis.
3. How does my health condition a ect my ability to exercise? Some health conditions can a ect your exercise routine. For example, people with arthritis may need to avoid some types of activity, especially when joints are swollen or in amed. Those with diabetes may need to adjust their daily schedule, meal plan, or medications when planning their activities. Your doctor can talk to you about any adjustments you need to make to ensure that you get the most out of your new exercise routine.
As a caregiver, what do I need to know about my family member’s health and best practices when taking them to the doctor?
Learn as much as you can about your family member’s condition and any treatment. This can help you understand what is going on, anticipate the course of an illness, prevent crises, and assist in healthcare management. It can also make talking with the doctor easier.
Get written permission, as needed under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, to receive medical and financial information. To the extent possible, the family member with permission should be the one to talk with all healthcare providers. Try putting together a notebook, on paper or online, that includes all the vital information about medical care, social services, contact numbers, financial issues, and so on. Make copies for other caregivers, and keep it up-to-date.
Working with doctors and other healthcare professionals can be an important part of being a caregiver. Some things caregivers may find especially helpful to discuss are: what to expect in the future, sources of information and support, community services, and ways they can maintain their own wellbeing.
• Bring a list of questions, starting with what is most important to you and the person, and take notes on what the doctor recommends. Ask the person in advance how you can be most helpful during the visit. Both the questions and the notes you write down can be helpful later, either to give information to another caregiver or family member, or to remind the patient what the doctor said.
• Before the appointment, ask the person and the other caregivers if they have any questions or concerns they would like you to bring up.
• Bring a list of ALL medicines and dietary supplements the person is taking, both prescription and overthe-counter, and include the dosage and schedule. If he or she sees several different doctors, one may not necessarily know what another has prescribed.
• When the doctor asks a question, let the person answer unless you have been asked to do so.
• It’s easy to get into a two-way conversation between the doctor and yourself—try not to do this. Always include both the person you care for and the doctor when you talk.
• Respect the person’s privacy, and leave the room when necessary.
• If you live out of town, talk to the doctor about how you can keep up to date on the person’s health since you live out of town.
• Ask the doctor to recommend helpful community resources.
• Larger medical practices, hospitals, and nursing homes may have a social worker on staff. The social worker may have valuable suggestions about community resources and other information.
Traditional Elegance in the Heart of Central Texas.
We love to pamper our residents with the best of independent living at our 55+ community. Our professional staff will host an array of social activities with down-home Southern hospitality. You will find the comforts of home at our one-story gated community. Call today.
BENEFITS / SERVICES
• Heated Swimming Pool
• Valet Garbage Service
• Full-Size Washer and Dryer
• Fitness Center
• Transportation Services
• Clubhouse, Library, Fitness Room
• Social & Recreational Activities
VISITS & TOURS
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 5:30
Saturday - 10:00 - 2:00 Sunday Closed
HOUSING OPTIONS
• Resident Garden
• Walking/Jogging Trail
• Pet Friendly
DIRECTIONS
From Austin I-35 S. to Wonder World Dr. exit left under bridge onto Wonder World Dr. Left at Leah Ave. go .5 mile.
✓ First walk-in tub available with a
✓ Fixed rainfall shower head is adjustable for your height and pivots to offer a seated shower option
✓ High-quality tub complete with a comprehensive lifetime warranty on the entire tub
✓ Top-of-the-line installation and service, all included at one low, affordable price Now you can have the best of both worlds–there isn’t a better, more aff ordable walk-in tub!
