The great outdoors is more than just a scenic backdrop; it’s a gateway to holistic well-being. In an age where a sedentary lifestyle is a major health concern, ample time outside can be greatly beneficial for the mind, body, and soul.  With a focus on health and well-being, Franklin Park® Senior Living, with communities throughout San Antonio, is here to help you incorporate the natural environment into your wellness routine. Individuals who enjoy spending time in nature also experience enhanced physical health, improved mental agility, and a renewed sense of community. Our team is explor ..read more

Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting at any age, but seniors face unique complexities calling for specialized legal support. Elder law is a nuanced field at the intersection of legal and compassionate care, dealing with issues such as estate planning, long-term care, and advocacy for aging adults. Understanding when and how to engage an elder lawyer is not just beneficial—it’s crucial. Individuals and their families should feel empowered to secure legal assistance that caters to their distinct needs, and we want to help. Our Franklin Park® Senior Living team is spotlighting the top ..read more

Watching someone you love age can be daunting as it comes with many changes. Health concerns often arise, yet it’s common for seniors to downplay or even deny issues, complicating the caregiving dynamic. Understanding the reasons why your family member refuses to acknowledge health concerns and arming yourself with strategies to handle these delicate matters can be pivotal. At Franklin Park® Senior Living, we understand that this topic can be difficult to navigate, so we are sharing what steps to take to help your loved one start recognizing health concerns. Open the Dialogue with Empathy Fra ..read more

As your working years draw to a close, you’re ready to welcome a new and exciting era – retirement! For many, contemplating your next move after you make the decision to retire marks a significant chapter, carrying the weight of a lifetime’s worth of memories and identities. This next move, though, sparks another crucial decision: should you consider senior living in San Antonio? In short – yes!  Deciding whether senior living is a step you should—or wish to—take is less about a bottom-line financial number and more about a holistic view of your future. However, considering the costs of ..read more

Dementia is an umbrella term for a set of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning. Recognizing the early signs of dementia can be difficult, but knowing what to look for is crucial for caregivers and family members. It ensures that your family member receives a proper diagnosis and has access to the appropriate care and support they need. At Franklin Park® Senior Living, we understand the unique journey that each individual and their family navigates during the early stages of dementia. Our Refreshing Waters® memory care ..read more

Transitioning from homeownership to a senior living community in San Antonio, Texas, is a significant life change that requires careful planning and preparation. Whether you’re considering this transition for yourself or a loved one, our team at Franklin Park® Senior Living is providing you with clear steps to navigate the process and ensure a smooth transition. Our luxury senior living communities near San Antonio, Texas, combine the experience of staying in a high-end resort with all the comforting touches of home. In other words, we strive to create ideal environments for those ready to tr ..read more

As we age, planning for assisted living expenses becomes more important than ever. It’s crucial to explore various options to cover the costs of assisted living so you can ensure a comfortable and secure future. While the costs of assisted living can be substantial, there are several effective ways to pay for it. At Franklin Park® Senior Living, we want to ensure that everyone understands that assisted living in San Antonio is not an inaccessible option for the future. We believe everyone should have the right resources to help learn about ways to pay for assisted living.  Whether you’re ..read more

As we age, our health needs change and often become more complex. One of the significant challenges individuals and their families face is planning and paying for long-term care. Many of us will need some form of long-term care as we grow older, and having a plan to cover these costs is a critical part of senior living. This is where long-term care insurance enters the picture.  What exactly is long-term care insurance, and why is it important? At Franklin Park® Senior Living, we want to make sure that everyone has the resources they need to understand each aspect of developing a care pla ..read more

The Golden Bachelor on ABC network brought dating for older adults into the spotlight. Viewers followed the popular franchise’s first-ever senior bachelor – a 72-year-old widow named Gerry Turner – as he went on an exciting journey to find love among 22 contestants, all women between the ages of 60 and 75. Let’s be honest, though, reality dating shows certainly do not reflect the normal dating experiences that everyday people go through, especially when it comes to dating after 60. For many older adults who want to jump back into the dating pool, it can be a scary and uncertain situation. Not ..read more

Whether you have places you want to go, people you want to see, or things that you’ve always wanted to buy, there are likely many milestones you’ll want to reach during your retirement years. That being said, preparing for this exciting chapter in your life is important, and creating a list of priorities for saving for retirement is vital. You might have significant dreams and goals set aside for the future, but with current financial necessities like groceries, rent, and other costs, it can be hard to develop and prioritize goals when you start saving for retirement. At Franklin Park® Senior ..read more