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Franklin Park® Sonterra 18323 Sonterra Place

San Antonio, TX 78258 (210) 404-1444

Independent Living

Assisted Living Lic.# 147405

Franklin Park® TPC Parkway 21802 Encino Commons

San Antonio, TX 78259 (210) 462-1004

Independent Living

Assisted Living - Memory Care 24/7 Nurses On Call Lic.# 307495

Franklin Park® Alamo Heights 230 W. Sunset Road San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 829-5955

Independent Living

Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 104026

Franklin Park® Boerne 18 Old San Antonio Road Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 816-5150

Assisted Living - Memory Care Lic.# 147707

Resident Care is our number one focus and personal touch is the cornerstone of our beautifully appointed Independent Living, assisted living and memory care communities near you. Call us today to discuss how we can meet your loved ones' needs.

Franklin Park, San Antonio’s Finest in Retirement Living.

Abundant Hospice is a family owned agency that embraces the philosophy that each patient and family is unique and requires a specialized team approach in developing a truly individualized plan of care that focuses on your medical, emotional and spiritual needs. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. We pride ourselves on listening and placing our patients and families needs and wants first and foremost. Our dedicated and experienced team of healthcare professionals strives to provide the best in Hospice care to people of all ages-living with end stage illness.

“Every person here went above and beyond to make sure my dad was comfortable during his last days. His transfer from the hospital to his passing, everyone was there for him and made us feel like he was their top priority. You can’t go wrong allowing this team to care for your loved one.” Justin S.

e di erence between an executor and an agent under a power of attorney confuses a lot of people.

ey gure they’ve got a Will and it appoints their spouse or maybe an adult child as executor; what more do they need? To understand why you need more – speci cally, an agent appointed under a power of attorney – it helps to understand what an executor does and doesn’t do.

e key to remember is the executor doesn’t act until you’re dead. Gone. Kaput. If there’s something you want that person to be able to do while you’re living, don’t count on the executorship to allow it.

Further, the executor doesn’t really have any power until the Will has been admitted to probate and the court has blessed the appointment. at’s right, the executor can’t even act until she’s been to court.

What to do? is is where powers of attorney come in. ey are only e ective while you are alive. If you need someone to act for you and you’re not dead yet, the power of attorney is what you need.

You may be asking, “Why would I want someone to act for me while I’m alive?” According to the United States Department of Health and Human Services, as we age, our likelihood of having some disability increases. If we stop and think, much as we might not like it, we can foresee the possibility of disability or incapacity in our own future. If we’re alive but unable to do things for ourselves, we need an agent appointed to handle our a airs.

At Alexander S Roig, PLLC, we stand out from other law firms in the area due to our:

• Expertise in guardianship law and other practice areas

• Compassionate and personalized approach to each client

• Clear and honest communication throughout the legal process

• Commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients

Alexander S Roig has extensive experience representing military clients in both disability claims and estate planning matters and is VA Accredited.

“The team at Alexander S

PLLC was incredibly

and

in handling my case. They were responsive, thorough, and provided me

legal advice throughout the process. I am very grateful for their services.”

Available for you and your loved one when you need them, in your home, and on a schedule that meets your needs.

Bathing/Hygiene Assistance

Ambulation/Transfer Assistance

Incontinence Care

Medication Reminders

Meal Preparation and Service

Respite Care

Light Housekeeping

Companionship and Transportation

Featured Article

Why would I want to sell my house and move into a 55+ and 62+ Active Adult Community?

We hear this question all the time from active adults and seniors. Many do not see the benefit of selling their house and moving into an active adult 55+ community.

Many of the reasons are:

“This is my home I have lived here for ___ number of years, and I raised my children in this house.”

“My house is paid for.”

“It cost so much money to live in a community, how can I afford to live there?”

Mortgage

HOA/Association fees

Property taxes

Home insurance

Utilities (gas, electric)

Water, sewer, trash

Cable/WiFi

Lawn maintenance

Home repairs and maintenance

Food (monthly groceries)

24-hour security

“What am I going to do with all of the stuff I have accumulated over the years?”

“I am still too young and healthy.”

Below is a cost of living comparison worksheet that will help you calculate costs to see how independent living compares favorably to the cost of maintaining a home. Each community offers different pricing, call and schedule a tour at couple of the communities in your area, they can provide the information you need to calculate and compare costs.

Scheduled transportation (car, gas, repairs, insurance)

Health club membership/Exercise classes

Entertainment

Pool outdoor/indoor

Washer/dryer

Without the demand of maintaining a home, you will have time to socialize, travel, enjoy many fun and exciting social activities.

Take time and visit communities in your area, schedule a tour.

Attend social activities provided by the community and meet some of the residents and see how they like living in the community.

*In select communities

And if you are worried about getting your house ready to sell, there are realtors who work with active adults and seniors on a regular basis and they will help with resources to get your home ready to sell. And, there are many companies who offer services like, downsizing your items , moving and packing and who assist with estates sales, so you don’t have to do it alone.

Housing & Services Descriptions

Look for these color-coded housing types on the pages of this magazine …

ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES 55+ either age targeted or age restricted offer home ownership for adults 55+. These communities are maintenance free and offer a monthly association fee. Many of these communities are single family homes, cottages, patio homes, condominiums and townhomes.

SENIOR APARTMENTS offer all the amenities of regular apartment communities but have a minimum age requirement, in some communities it is 55 years of age, in others it is 62. Many of these apartments offer reduced rent for those that qualify, they are identified as “affordable” apartment communities.

INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH SERVICE COMMUNITIES offer older adult congregate housing that is generally replete with many amenities and social activities and services. Most communities offer restaurant-style meals, frequent events and country club style furnishings.

PERSONAL CARE HOMES this is a home in a residential care setting equipped to give adequate care to three residents. Personal care services may be delivered, i.e. assistance with bathing, moving, feeding, general oversight of the physical and mental well-being of a person who needs assistance.

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES offer help with all aspects of daily activities (bathing, grooming and dressing assistance, perhaps) in atmosphere of semi-private living units. There is a wide range of services and amenities offered in this category. Provide many activities, excellent meals and beautiful appointments. All are currently licensed by the state as assisted living communities.

ALZHEIMER’S MEMORY CARE COMMUNITIES can be a special unit of a free-standing community designed to sensitively care for those with Alzheimer’s or memory-related disorders.

SKILLED NURSING / PHYSICAL REHABILITATION COMMUNITIES Offer hospital-like attention in an institutional atmosphere. These facilities offer 24-hour supervision. The amount of additional services, upkeep, food, and the structure of facilities can vary from nursing home to nursing home. They also may specialize in short term or acute nursing care, intermediate care or long term skilled nursing care.

HOSPICE CARE care may be provided in the home or a senior care facility. Services can include pain management and a variety of emotional, spiritual and physical support issues.

HOME HEALTH CARE agencies offer skilled nursing services, wound care, distribution of medication, physical and rehabilitation therapies.

PERSONAL CARE SERVICES providers of licensed health care services in the home and communities offer non-medical assistance with such tasks as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and transportation.

1. Amberlin Georgetown

2. Ashford Wellington

3. Augusta at Gruene, The

4. Bel Air at Terra Vista by Cantex

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5. Coronado at Stone Oak by Cantex

6. Eden Hill Communities

7 Elan Westpointe

8. Franklin Park - Alamo Heights

9. Franklin Park - Boerne

10. Franklin Park - Sonterra

11. Franklin Park - TPC Parkway

12. The Huntington

13. La Vista Apts

14. Morningside at the Chandler

15. Orchard Park at Kyle

16. River Point of Kerrville

17. Rosewood Rehabilitation & Care Center

18. Sorrento by Cantex

19. Villa Del San Xavier

20. Villa de San Antonio

21. Village at Collinwood

22. The Village at Incarnate Word

Village at Collinwood

Welcome HOME! Your new apartment is waiting for you! e Village at Collinwood is a community set apart from the standard one-size- ts-all lifestyle! Here we are focused on an environment that is resident centered. Being a part of this community, comes with an EXTRA element of unity and family. We value each and every one of our residents and our sta strives to personally connect with everyone who lives here. We o er spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes. We have incredible amenities that will perfectly t your active lifestyle, so you can live life to the fullest. We are close to a variety of shopping and dining experiences. Our Leasing Agents are standing by to o er you a Video or In-Person tour, so call us TODAY!

BENEFITS / SERVICES HOUSING OPTIONS

• Valet Trash Service

• Elevators

• Covered Parking

• Limited Access Entry Gates

Austin, Texas

1001 Collinwood West Dr Austin, TX 78753

Local & Toll Free: 1-877-412-6351

OFFICE HOURS

M-F 8:30 - 5:30 pm

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed

• Pet Friendly

• Walk-in Closets

• Handicap Accessible

La Vista

Enjoy the Serenity of Independent Living. Located in the Heart of Texas just on the outskirts of San Marcos, La Vista is independent living at its nest, o ering spacious 1 & 2 bedroom oorplans, conveniently grouped in our one-story community. Come and join our family.

DIRECTIONS

IH35N take the 243 exit toward Braker Ln, turn right on E Braker Ln, take a right on Blu Bend Dr, we are on the left.

San Marcos, Texas

1615 Redwood Road

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Local & Toll Free: 1-877-214-8067 www.lavistaretirementcommunity.org

BENEFITS / SERVICES HOUSING OPTIONS

• Transportation Services

• Social & Recreational Activities

• Hair Salon

• Congregate Meals

VISITS & TOURS

Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00

Saturday by appointment

• Swimming Pool

• Washer & Dryer Connections

• Laundry Facilities

• Pet Friendly

DIRECTIONS

Take IH35 to San Marcos, exit Wonder World Dr. Go east on Wonder World Dr. Cross Hwy. 123. O road on your left.

What is affordable housing?

The Low Income Housing Tax Credit program is managed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Through the program, owners of multi-family homes designate as tax credit properties, to low-income residents for a reduced rent. Senior apartments that advertise the word ‘affordable’ are generally tax credit apartment communities. You will also often see the words “Income Limit Restrictions Apply" Each tax credit senior apartment community has different income requirements so it's important to ask when contacting them.

These communities have many of the same amenities as the 55 & 62+ communities, some are resort style pool, movie theatre, library, exercise room, social activities.

Things to Know

HEALTH

Alzheimer’s Assoc

www.alz.org

800-272-3900 Help Line

American Cancer

www.cancer.org

512-928-1144 Austin

210-614-4211 San Antonio

American Diabetes

www.diabetes.org

800-252-8233

American Heart

www.americanheart.org

512-433-4000 Austin

210-614-4121 San Antonio

American Red Cross

www.redcross.org

512-928-4271 Austin

210-224-5151 San Antonio

830-257-4677 Kerrville

Arthritis Foundation

www.arthritis.org

800-442-6683

Easter Seals

www.easterseals.org

800-221-6827

National Parkinson Foundation

www.parkinson.org 800-327-4545

FEDERAL & STATE AGENCIES

Area Agency on Aging

512-438-6208 Austin

210-477-3275 San Antonio

254-770-2330 Central Texas

Department of Veteran Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration www.va.gov

800-827-1000 Austin

210-617-5300 San Antonio

Meals on Wheels

512-476-6325 Austin

210-735-5115 San Antonio

Medicare Health Information Counseling & Advocacy Program 1-800-252-9240

Medicare and Medicaid Services

www.cms.hhs.gov 800-633-4227

Medicare Prescription Coverage

www.medicare.gov 800-772-1213

Nutrition Assistance Programs

www.fns.usda.gov

Social Security Administration

www.ssa.gov

1-800-772-1213 TTY 1-800-325-0778

Texas Department of the Aging and Disability Services

www.dads.state.tx.us 1-888-902-9990

Texas State Securities Board

(We regulate stockbrokers, investment advisors, and investments sold to Texans)

www.ssb.state.tx.us

www.TexasInvestorEd.org

512-305-8300 866-663-0009

CONSUMER INFORMATION

Adult Protective Services

800-252-5400

Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center 210-335-2128 www.bexar.org/drc

Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly American Bar Assoc

www.abanet.org/aging

Low Vision Resource Center & Owl Radio

www.lowvisionclub.com 210-829-4223

Talking Book Program

800-252-9605 www.tsl.state.tx.us

Texas and New Mexico Hospice Organization

512-454-1247 www.txnmhospice.org

4701 Ratcliffe Dr, Kyle, TX

Welcome to the Gold Standard of senior living! Orchard Park of Kyle embraces a lifestyle that is anything but ordinary!

• Our vibrant Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers exceptional care, love, support in a welcoming family environment.

• Our specially designed programming is tailored to the unique needs of our residents.

• Inspiring residents to live intentionally every day isn't just a philosophy; it's what we do. Here you will feel and see that your family is our family.

Contact us today to schedule your visit and embark on a new chapter of your life!

830-353-8502

Come explore and experience the improved lifestyle that awaits you or your loved one today!

Call 512-580-5856 to schedule your visit and let us treat you to lunch.

Rejuvenate your spirit while celebrating life and a purposeful future at River Point of Kerrville!

Our picturesque community redefines senior living with compassion, purpose, quality care, and empowers residents to live their life their way!

• River Point offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with specialized programs and enriching activities.

• Share in new experiences with new friends and discover a place where every day is filled with companionship, joy and meaning.

1441 Bandera Hwy

Kerrville, TX

License #105114, #146085

License #146948

Is your loved one ready for memory care?

Many people diagnosed with Alzheimer's can live on their own during the early stages of the disease, especially if a family member or paid caregiver provides regular, in-home support. But there may come a time when your loved one needs more care than you feel you can provide at home. Here are some questions to help you determine if it's the right time for a move.

• Is the person with dementia becoming unsafe in their current home?

• Is the health of the person with

dementia or my health as a

at risk?

• Are the person's care needs beyond my physical abilities?

• Am I becoming a stressed, irritable and impatient caregiver?

• Am I neglecting work responsibilities, my family and myself?

• Would the structure and social interaction at a care facility bene t the person with dementia?

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NOWLEASING SINGLE1&2BEDROOMSSTORYAPARTMENTS

Villas del San Xavier senior affordable apartment community is located within 30 minutes from downtown Austin in San Marcos, TX. There are many nearby local restaurants and shops. The Community is within walking distance of Lowe's, Sam's, Best Buy and Ross and restaurants.

Our community will offer planned activities for our residents. Keeping active will be effortless with our shimmering swimming pool and fitness center. We offer bocce ball, a putting green, and shuffleboard court. Transportation will be available. All apartment homes are spacious and built as single-story buildings. We want your pets to enjoy being energetic and offer a dog park for them, as well as an outdoor space and pet waste stations. Contact the friendly management staff to learn more.