The goal of retirement is to step away from actively working while maintaining your lifestyle. To be able to use your time to enjoy hobbies, visit with friends and family, or simply to relax. However, if you are a homeowner, you may find that you are spending more of your time mowing the lawn, fixing […]
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Becoming the primary caregiver for a senior parent or loved one can be overwhelming. Where do you start? There is so much information that you will need to learn regarding safety and health, along with discovering the extent of the tasks your loved one may need assistance in his or her daily life. Franklin Park® […]
Dementia itself is not a disease; it is an overall term that describes significant changes in the brain characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-80 percent of dementia cases, it is not the only form. Franklin Park® Senior Living in and around San Antonio, […]
When you walk through the doors of even the cleanest and best-maintained senior living community or nursing home, you may detect a slightly musty or grassy odor. Depending on whom you’re talking to, this might be deemed “old people smell” and associated with uncleanliness. But, is there really a common odor to senior living communities, […]
Franklin Park® Boerne Wins 2020 Best of Assisted Living Award from SeniorAdvisor.com BOERNE, TEXAS, JANUARY 16, 2020 | Franklin Park® Boerne is proud to announce that they have been selected as one of 2020’s Best of Assisted Living Award Winner by SeniorAdvisor.com, the largest rating and reviews site for senior care and services in North […]
Over the years, myths and misconceptions about senior living have developed. As these begin to accumulate, it can be hard for families to decipher what is a myth and what is a fact regarding senior living. In reality, most of these myths about senior living communities stem from a few unfortunate experiences which have left […]
Similar to buying a new car or a new house, senior housing is an investment for you or your loved one. While retirement costs shouldn’t break the bank, it’s essential to understand the value of what you or your loved one are paying for. You have likely heard the saying, “you get what you pay […]
Mental wellness is a staple of our health, and the older we get, the more important it becomes. Of course, evaluating your mental health isn’t necessarily easy to do as it doesn’t have as many noticeable signs as your physical well-being. Franklin Park® Senior Living has senior living communities throughout San Antonio, Texas, and we […]
Despite what some may think, depression is not a normal part of aging. However, it is estimated that 6 million older adults have late-life depression. Of these 6 million, less than 10% are receiving treatment as the symptoms of depression can often be overlooked or confused with the side effects of certain medications. While […]
