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For many families, starting with home care in Austin feels like the right decision. It allows a loved one to
Getting older can bring changes to how we see the world. For many seniors, vision impairment can feel discouraging at
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than seven million Americans live with cognitive challenges, and the number is expected to
The human body is composed of approximately 60 percent water. Staying hydrated is important for everyone, but especially for older
When families in Austin face the reality that their loved ones need additional care and support, they often find themselves
When we hear jokes about “boomers” or see commercials urging us to “fight aging,” we may laugh or shrug it
Eating Is for Life: The Pegasus Senior Living Resident Recipes Holiday Cookbook
The Perfect Recipes for Your Holiday Meals The holidays are great for putting on your best apron and making a mess out of the kitchen. It’s also the perfect time to pause diets and break out the tried-and-true recipes that have been passed down for generations. At Pegasus Senior Living communities, some of our home
Why Loneliness in Seniors Causes Health Problems
One of the Most Overlooked Health Issues in Seniors As people get older, it’s natural for social routines to shift. Children grow up and move away. Friends may not be as mobile. Health changes or the loss of a spouse can make it harder to stay connected. But isolation doesn’t have to be the norm.
Find Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care in Austin, TX at Parmer Woods at North Austin
A recent report noted that seniors in Texas are living longer than ever. The senior population in the Lone Star state expects to reach 8.3 million, nearly double the current number. With the increase of older adults, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia cases are also rising. The study by the researchers at The University
Wise Words With American Heroes
To celebrate Veterans Day and honor the service members who call Pegasus Senior Living communities home, we proudly introduce our communities’ veterans. At 96-years-young we’d first like to introduce Frank. He served in the United States Air Force during WWII and continued his service in the Air Force Reserves for 42 years. We’d like to
A Doctor’s Guide to Fall Prevention Exercises
Falls constitute a significant risk to older adults. According to research, nearly 50 percent of adults over 65 who break a hip have a survival rate of fewer than six months after the fracture. Of those who survive, less than one-third recover to their previous ability. A hip fracture is a snowball of problems for
Pegasus Celebrates Our Residents’ Lifelong Careers
We want to celebrate and acknowledge the inspirational and unique individuals who call a Pegasus community their home. Pegasus values our residents’ and their families’ intriguing life stories. Sharing each other’s lives within and among our communities encourages socialization between residents. It also allows our associates to get to know each resident personally, which lets
