A Tribute to Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
It has been said that a mind is a terrible thing to waste. However, for families with a loved one experiencing dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease, “a memory is a terrible thing to lose.”
How to Build Your Circle of Friends in Senior Living
Retirement is an exciting time full of new opportunities and relationships. Many adults choose to move to a senior living community during this time to take full advantage of their newfound freedom since they provide services and spaces that make it easy to create these new experiences and connections.
Cared For, Cared About: Our Franklin Park® Senior Living Philosophy
Some senior living communities pride themselves on delivering the highest-quality care, full of seasoned professionals who are the best in their field. Other communities boast about their compassion and their family-oriented atmosphere. At Franklin Park®, though, residents get the best of both worlds.
Purple Heart Recognition Day: Understanding the Military Decoration
The men and women of the United States military are heroes who deserve to be celebrated every day for their bravery and sacrifice. Beyond this recognition, there are days that offer unique opportunities to recognize and remember these exceptional individuals.
Life After the COVID-19 Vaccine: What We Can Expect
As of May 3, 2021, over 100 million Americans, about 31% of the adult population, have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The COVID-19 vaccine is a massive feat in science, technology, and logistics and has brought a collective sigh of relief to everyone who has been impacted and distant from family and friends for the […]
Emergencies Happen: Franklin Park® Senior Living is Ready
Senior living communities are among the best places for older adults of all levels of independence and abilities to be—offering professional care, daily stimulation, nourishing dining, and more.
6 Steps for Starting the Senior Living Search
Even though the senior population is steadily increasing, only a small portion of this growing demographic lives in senior living communities and other institutions. “In the U.S., 27% of adults ages 60 and older live alone (pewresearch.org).”
Franklin Park® Senior Living’s Response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
As news and concerns increase surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Franklin Park® Senior Living is striving to keep our residents, employees, family members, and guests up-to-date. NOVEMBER 23, 2020 | Holiday Season & Other News Dear Franklin Park® Residents, Friends, & Employees: The health and well-being of Franklin Park® residents and employees continue to be our […]
Culture and Community: Discover Senior Living in San Antonio, Texas
With its rich history, deep Mexican influence, and family-friendly activities, it’s no surprise that San Antonio, Texas, is the most visited city in Texas, and one of the top-visited cities in America every year. Among the southwestern charm and deep Hispanic roots, San Antonio offers something for everyone, young and old alike. While family-friendly attractions like […]
Why Senior Living Could Be the Best Place During a Health Crisis
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) began to spread globally in early 2020, people started to raise questions about the safety and health of their family members in senior living communities, as the senior population were those at a higher risk of contracting the illness. While many families believed that bringing their parent or family member […]