Education
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10 Signs It’s Time to Consider Assisted Living for Your Loved One
Deciding when to transition a loved one to assisted living is a profound and often challenging decision. The reality is, as seniors age, their needs may change; and this can often require a shift in living arrangements to ensure their safety, health and overall well-being. At Westminster, we understand how emotional and deeply personal it…
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Why Choose a Senior Living Life Plan Community Like Westminster Over a Rental Community?
As you or your loved one explores senior living options in Austin, Texas, one of the most important choices you’ll make is the type of community to call home. While rental-based senior living communities may offer flexibility, Life Plan Communities—like Westminster—provide a more comprehensive, future-focused approach that delivers unmatched peace of mind, financial predictability, and…
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How to Decide Between Independent Living and Assisted Living
If you’re researching senior living options for yourself or an aging parent, understanding what’s offered with various levels of living can help you make an informed decision. If you’re on the fence about how to decide between independent living and assisted living, learning more can help you select the right senior living situation for yourself…
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Geriatric Nursing Is Having a Resurgence. Here’s Why You Should Jump on the Bandwagon.
I worked nights in a senior living community as a CNA during nursing school. At the time, working the night shift at a long-term care facility didn’t feel as glamorous as my future labor and delivery nursing endeavors. But it ended up being one of the most rewarding milestones of my healthcare career thus far….
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When to Transition a Parent From Assisted Living to Memory Care
Many seniors in the early stages of dementia can live an independent lifestyle in assisted living. However, because every person is different and symptoms can change from day to day, it’s difficult to know when to move from assisted living to memory care. Keep reading as we break down the differences between these two levels…
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Top 10 Activities for Seniors to Do in Austin, TX
When you consider moving as part of your retirement plan, the old saying is true. Three things matter: location, location, location. For your active and vibrant lifestyle, there are so many things to do in Austin, Texas, and Westminster, the area’s premier Life Plan Community, is near it all. Here are just a few highlights…
