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Question by Andrea: Help to ID assisted-living options for a 50-y.o. man of normal intelligence but cognitive/mobility impairment?
Background: Texas, USA. All the assisted-living facilities I hear about are either for 65+ retirees OR if they’re age-appropriate, they’re aimed at people with developmental disabilities. The person for whom I’m trying to help find a good living situation is neither of these. He is 50 years old, still working (as a receptionist for a family business), but no longer able to live alone safely, even with some kind of home visits. He has cognitive impairments such as difficulty with storing new memories, adjusting to changes in a routine, using judgment, and understanding his limitations. Although his condition isn’t multiple sclerosis, advanced MS seems to be the best parallel to help you understand what he is and isn’t able to do.
He has been fiercely independent all his life and cannot quite grasp that living alone just isn’t an option anymore — he uses a power chair that he can’t quite control, has little use of his right arm, falls often, and can’t prepare his own meals, keep track of his medications, or make sound financial decisions. Living with his elderly (also working) parents is hard on him AND on them, and his social life as a single is impaired as well. Even simple things like being able to engage in his preferred routines, such as eating dinner at a certain hour or bathing in the morning rather than at night or on weekends to fit others’ schedule, would be a blessing for him.
For all these reasons, the ideal would be an assisted-living facility where he could have a life separate from his parents’, be around people of similar age, have a daily routine and transportation to work and social events, and have occasional assistance when needed for falls or other setbacks. How can we best find this kind of thing, preferably around Dallas so he could keep the job, which he likes to have?
Update: Thanks for the suggestions so far. To clarify: It’s not a question of whether a facility will *accept* someone his age, as I realize most or all of them will — it’s a question of how to find anywhere that would have a significant number of people his age so he would feel he fit in. Even the “memory care”-type offerings seem to focus on people whose long-term memories are damaged (such as with Alzheimer’s), with nothing for helping people develop an impaired ability to store new memories.
We’ve thought about the living-at-home with an emergency device option, but unfortunately, that doesn’t address his other needs (e.g., a social life independent of his family) nor reduce the likelihood of his falling, and were he to have a seizure, I’m not sure he wouldn’t get help faster in the company of other people. The social needs are also the reason we haven’t gone with any kind of drop-in or live-in helper.
(To the “too many details” person – better too many than not enough. 
Best answer:
Answer by chiliswoman
Many places geared to the senior have designated spaces set aside for people with disabilities of any age. They may prefer to rent/lease/sell to people over a certain age, but they are allowed to include people with disabilities underage. It is a matter of funding – some funding requires a certain percentage of residents to be disabled.
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Some cool Senior Living Care images:
Carmelita Dolores
Image by Windsor Senior Living
Carmelita brings more than 15 years of long-term care industry development expertise, plus 30 years of professional nursing experience, to Windsor Senior Living. Prior to joining Windsor, she developed, owned and managed Amaranth Senior Living. Carmelita also developed, owned, successfully managed, and sold the Agape Care Home, the Corinthians Retirement Community, and the Frisco Senior Living centers. She serves as the President/CEO of Amaranth 11 LP, Amaranth Inc., Stonebriar Investment Inc., and Bearer of Hope International Ministries.
Awarded for her work ethic, Carmelita has received the Ernst and Young Nominee in 2000, the Outstanding Business Women in North Dallas in 1999, and the Outstanding Nurse of the Year and 5 –Star Spirit Award from Baylor University Medical Center.
Carmelita’s love for senior is evident in the details of her management skills through well-managed delivery of care. Her personal slogan is: “Give me a project, the time and tools, and I’ll pour my heart into it and make it a success.”
Contact her at:
Carmelita@windsordallas.com
Windsor Senior Living
7750 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75251
972.354.4444
Mary Poole RN, Director of Clinical Services 200
Image by Windsor Senior Living
Mary received her Pre-Nursing and Registered Nursing education in her homeland of Scotland and graduated as a Pediatric Nurse in 1974. Mary ventured across the Atlantic to Canada expanding her knowledge base to encompass Multidisciplinary Gerontology and Palliative Care. While living in North Bay Ontario she worked with senior wellness programs, discovered a fascination and love for dementia care, taught at Canadore College after being the recipient of The Dianne Millard Memorial Award for Most Outstanding Student.
Mary has a long list of volunteer positions, including The Canadian Alzheimer Society where she served as a board member and education-support coordinator. When Mary moved to the Greater Dallas area in 1997, she was considered by her colleagues to be an Alzheimer expert; she received the Dallas/Fort Worth TOP 100 Nurse Award in 1998. Mary has been innovative in her approach to Alzheimer Disease, Gerontology, and Palliative Care organizing numerous workshops and conferences to educate other professionals.
Contact her at:
Mary@windsordallas.com
Windsor Senior Living
7750 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75251
972.354.4444
Mark Whitman, Executive Director
Image by Windsor Senior Living
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A few nice Senior Housing images I found:
MIT – Senior House in East Campus
Image by roger4336
Senior House, the dormitory where I lived in my final two semesters at MIT. It was built in 1918, and is probably the oldest dormitory on the MIT campus. My notes indicate that I lived on the third floor, on the far side of te building. Amherst Street is on the left. This photo is geotagged.
In contrast to the 1955 photos of the area, there are a few small and foreign cars parked on the street.
MIT – Senior House in East Campus
Image by roger4336
Senior House, the dormitory where I lived in my final two semesters at MIT. It was built in 1918, and is probably the oldest dormitory on the MIT campus. My notes indicate that I lived on the third floor, probably on the side of the building at the left. This photo is geotagged.
St Bridget Site – Senior Housing 2
Image by kendoman26
A central view of the Senior Housing that occupies the site of the former St Bridget’s Church
There are many Tampa Assisted Living services to provide care for those in need, specially elderly people who are no longer able to take good care of themselves. Since the number of senior citizens in Tampa is continually increasing, these Assisted Living Tampa establishments ensure that those who are in need of care will be able to get the best possible care. These assisted living facilities make the choice easy for those who are deciding on how to care best for their aging parents and relatives, and many people find that the excellent assisted living facilities in Tampa provide entertainment and fun for those who live there.
There are many types of Tampa assisted living facilities, and the people who enjoy these facilities are as diverse as they are numerous. Some who enjoy the assisted living facilities are more than able to get around and enjoy their lives, while others are in need of constant care due to poor health or illness. Individuals who still get around and enjoy being able to live independently will find assisted living Tampa facilities truly enjoyable since they get to interact with other individuals with the same age as theirs. On the other hand, those who need a higher level of care would be able to enjoy the care and attention that they truly need.
Assisted living facilities offer a wide variety of services, and the amount of assistance is dependent entirely on the person who is staying there. Some individuals may only need some help to wash clothes or to drive them to the store. Others however, may need a high degree of medical attention or a full-time care. A lot of assisted living facilities would include laundry services, housekeeping, meals and many others. All of them provide medical services to individuals as well. The purpose of providing all of these services is to make life pleasant for those in need of assistance and who are no longer able to completely function on their own.
Movies have portrayed some of these assisted living facilities as places where orderlies steal money and drug their patients, and many people have a misconception about this type of living. The truth of the matter is that most assisted living communities offer a safe haven when senior citizens are able to enjoy their golden years in peace. Those who can be independent, are often left on their own, and a helping hand is only given when it is needed. On the other hand, those who require more attention and care are able to receive it through the help of trained personnel in these assisted living facilities.
For anyone considering options for their aging relatives, it is vital to consider assisted living facilities as a solution. Your loved ones will be able to stay in a comfortable place where their needs are well-taken care of, and that they are provided with an avenue to socialize with their peers. There is absolutely nothing to worry about when your loved ones are in assisted living facilities since there are dedicated and trained professionals who care for them and who make sure that their needs are always met.
Question by MatthewsFan: Are there any assisted living housing options for my 46 year old aunt with MS?
Looking for place in the Phoenix Metro Area.
Best answer:
Answer by granny_sp
try www.theseniorguide.com
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Question by Jenn M: Where can I locate assisted living housing options in Puerto Rico?
My grandmother would like to return back to Puerto Rico as she is no longer happy being away from her family and I am trying to locate assisted living options in Puerto Rico that may even be able associated with low income housing for seniors. If anyone would be able to help me find contact information or where I would even be able to look that would be much appreciated. We just want to make her happy again.
Best answer:
Answer by Miz D
Hospital Sin Paredes, Inc.
PO Box 192015
San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA
Phone: (787) 767-8959
HealthKeepers Home Care
Cond Chateau #P-5-1605
Hato Rey, Puerto Rico, USA
Phone: (908) 849-4596
Hospice
PO Box 1450
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, USA
Phone: (787) 855-0411
Hospice Lamilagrosa, Inc.
PO Box 1336
Morovis, Puerto Rico, USA
ECH Mart Cardioservice
PO Box 4467
Carolina, Puerto Rico, USA
Hospicio La Montana
PO Box 515
Naranjito, Puerto Rico, USA
Phone: (809) 869-5500
Oficina Gericola Regional
PO Box 250
Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, USA
Phone: (809) 857-2182
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Southern Lifestyle is an assisted living facility located in scenic Lake Placid, Florida. Centrally located from anywhere in the state, Southern Lifestyle dispels the myth that you have to separate beauty and fine architecture from quality health care when serving the needs of the elderly. It is over fourty thousand square feet, and contains a grand foyer, single- and double-occupancy suites, a huge dining and recreation room, hair salon, chapel, etc. There is even a miniature golf course, shuffleboard court and lawn bowling right there on the grounds! This facility also features a special wing called “Memory Lane” for residents with Alzheimers. This wing features advertisements and movie memorabilia from the 1930′s and 40′s on the walls that serve as memory-building items for the residents. Outside Memory Lane is a sidewalk maze garden that also helps the memory of the Alzheimer residents. You have to see the facility to believe it! It reminds one of a four-star hotel, rather than a medical facility. Southern charm and hospitality meets high-tech, compassionate care. That’s Southern Lifestyle in Lake Placid, Florida. Call Chuck Oakes, Donna Pontius or Bea Cooper at 863-465-0568 if you want to schedule a personalized tour. You can also visit their website, www.southernlifestylealf.com for even more information.
Video Rating: 5 / 5
The Pardee Family presents a unique story of a family living and working in an assisted living residence. This video was shot at Brighton Gardens of Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda, Maryland. Interview conducted by Steve Gurney, publisher of Guide to Retirement Living SourceBook. Read the entire story of The Pardee Family at www.retirement-living.com.
