Alice has been bringing her warmth and dedication to the Chandler Creek community for 24 years. During her time at The Cottages, Alice has fulfilled various roles, including housekeeping and lending a hand in the kitchen when needed. However, it’s her role as a caregiver that resonates most profoundly with her sense of purpose. “My satisfaction always comes from a job well done in whatever I do here at The Cottages,” says Alice, reflecting her commitment to providing the highest standard of care. Alice’s choice to invest two decades and counting at The Cottages stems from her belief that ca ..read more

Ida Lou’s journey to The Cottages began when her family thoughtfully decided to move her from another facility that did not specialize in memory care. Before moving to The Cottages, Ida Lou was falling frequently, had become socially withdrawn, struggled with personal hygiene, and experienced emotional distress, including frequent crying. Upon arrival, Ida Lou adapted to our specialized approach to dementia care. The Cottages, drawing inspiration from the Mayo Clinic, implements best practices and protocols that include facility design, color schemes, and ample natural sunlight to help crea ..read more

Meet Ida Lou, a beloved member of our Chapel Creek community in Frisco, TX. Although her time with us was relatively short, the impact she made and the transformation we witnessed during her stay at The Cottages was truly remarkable. Ida Lou’s journey to The Cottages began when her family thoughtfully decided to move her from another facility that did not specialize in memory care. Before moving to The Cottages, Ida Lou was falling frequently, had become socially withdrawn, struggled with personal hygiene, and experienced emotional distress, including frequent crying. Upon arrival, Ida Lou qu ..read more

The Cottages offers residents an environment that makes them feel at home. Dallas, TX, July 10, 2022 – The Cottages have certified assisted living residences for people with memory disorders. Their qualified staff works around the clock so that residents are well taken care of in a warm and compassionate environment. They offer individualized care suited to each resident’s needs. “At The Cottages, we focus on personalized care, which includes medication supervision, specialized activities, snacks, and meals,” the Director of The Cottages explained. “Our residences are tailored to every person ..read more

Moving your loved one to memory care assisted living gives them 24/7 care and support. These facilities provide social interactions and specialized, continuing care. They also offer programs and ongoing support, with scheduled activities created for those with memory disorders. Assisted living facilities for those living with memory disorders help loved ones by providing access to living accommodations, freshly prepared meals, memory care, hygiene assistance and social events. Residents live in a warm, compassionate, and enclosed environment. Services provided include; Personalized care for a ..read more

Transitioning to an assisted living community can be difficult, especially if couples cannot move together. But the good news is that many communities allow your spouse to move in with you. There will be additional costs incurred for your spouse to live with you. However, if your spouse does not require additional care, the costs are usually lower and commonly referred to as a “spouse add-on” fee. It’s good to inquire about how the facility determines its costs. This will help to determine the best way forward. Your Spouse can join you at the facility for a fee if you feel that is the best for ..read more

The structure of payment varies with assisted living communities. Some communities charge an all-inclusive flat rate to cover all services. Other facilities offer a flat rate for basic services and additional charges for special services like transportation and access to recreational activities. Some even break down charges into sections based on the services they provide. You may find yourself paying separately for; Medication charges which may be broken down further into sections The level of care Incontinence fees Transport charges for attending sessions or appointments Bathing fees, and s ..read more

As memory disorders progress, it alters one’s cognitive abilities and awareness levels. It becomes challenging to manage tasks or live independently. Caring for a person with a memory disorder can be daunting, especially when balancing your other daily commitments. They will require help with administering medication and other daily tasks, respectively. You’ll also have to consider all the costs of home care services, and the time spent managing the outsourced care, if you choose to hire outside help. The level of care could extend to 24/7 as the disease progresses, leaving you with limited or ..read more

The Cottages joins other assisted living communities to raise awareness and funds to help with the care, research, and support for people with Alzheimer’s.   Dallas, TX, June 8, 2022 – Over six million people in the US live with Alzheimer’s disease, the leading cause of mortality in the US. Over 11 million families offer care to their loved ones living with Alzheimer’s and other memory loss-related illnesses. “We join the world in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s every year,” the Director of The Cottages explained. “Our participation helps raise awareness and money to f ..read more

Many families in Texas may choose to move their loved ones who have memory disorders to assisted living residences when they are no longer able to provide the care they need as their disease progresses. The Cottages provide a warm, caring environment to their residents. The staff at The Cottages are caregivers, housekeepers, chefs, and administrators, but most importantly, they become a family member to all of their residents. The services provided to residents include: Daily living  – Residents receive assistance with all aspects of daily living, with all-inclusive pricing and no hidden ..read more