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Parmer Woods at North Austin
By Dr. Sandra Petersen, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BE, FAANP Senior VP of Health and Wellness, Pegasus Senior LivingFounder of
Hi, I’m Dr. Sandra Petersen, Senior VP of Health and Wellness at Pegasus Senior Living. As the flu and COVID-19
Parmer Woods, a senior living community in North Austin, Texas, is more than just a place for care—it’s a community
Thanks to Spintopia, more interactive games and group fun are happening in 18 Pegasus Senior Living communities (and growing). Pegasus
Choosing an assisted living or memory care community like Parmer Woods at North Austin is a momentous decision that requires
Senior living communities go by many different names—retirement homes, assisted living, independent living, and more. Each term reflects a different
Best Techniques to Start the Senior Living Conversation
Having a plan and educating yourself are great ways to approach the talk with your loved one. One of life’s hardest decisions is if and when it is time to move mom or dad into a senior living community. Our parents cared for us when we were children and made sure we had everything we
How the 2020 Flu Season is Impacting Seniors
With COVID-19 still present, the flu shot is critical for at-risk seniors. Our world has changed dramatically since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. For higher-risk individuals, taking more precautions may be the best way to combat illness. The flu shot is the perfect example of this. What happens if the flu shot is hard
What You Need to Know About In-Person Visits to Senior Living Communities
From Loneliness to Companionship If you remain COVID-free and follow our safety precautions, you will now be able to visit your loved ones in most Pegasus communities. What happens when you cannot visit your senior family member or friend? Even with the help of virtual visits and social media, many of our residents have missed
Celebrating Our Centenarians
“Live every day to the fullest; be thankful for one more day on this lovely earth and be kind,” says Cecily Geraghty, who has lived past 100 years of age and loves encouraging others to make the most of their lives, however long they may last. With her time-tested wisdom, she concludes, “Be thankful for
How We Provide Passionate Care During COVID-19
Parmer Woods in Austin, Texas is making sure all residents are experiencing a safe and comfortable living environment during this difficult time. More than just a facility, as a community, Parmer Woods creates a sense of stability while also providing support for all our seniors’ needs. Parmer Woods is keeping up with statewide mandates while
Something’s Brewing at Parmer Woods Beer Works
Suddenly everyone wants a taste of Parmer Woods Beer Works! Our resident brewmasters are gaining local and national attention on outlets such as KXAN, Reform Austin, and BuzzFeed News. It’s almost as if people have never heard of senior living communities brewing their own beer before! Here at Parmer Woods, we like to “Keep Austin
