The Importance of Following Prescription Instructions by Synergy Home Care

Are you looking for home help for seniors in Southeast Texas? Synergy HomeCare Today on Southeast Texas Senior Health, we look at the importance of following our prescription instructions. The information was shared courtesy of Synergy HomeCare. Many Southeast Texas senior citizens are plagued by chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and arthritis. There is another, lesser-known condition that’s taking a huge toll on Southeast Texas senior health: non-adherence,... Read More

Activities and Care for Seniors – Pelican Bay Assisted Living Beaumont

Are you looking for activities for seniors?  Pelican Bay Assisted Living, Serving Southeast Texas Senior Citizens Many Golden Triangle families are choosing Pelican Bay for their loved ones. They are known for their activities and services for seniors. Here are some of the features seniors appreciate: Restaurant style dining Six floor plans 24-hour staff availability On-site coffee shop (coffee, tea, snacks, cold beverages) Private dining area for family gatherings Full time... Read More

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care in Southeast Texas – Pelican Bay Assisted Living

Guide to Dementia Care in East Texas and The Golden Triangle Pelican Bay Assisted Living Did you know there are programs that can help slow the onset of dementia? If you find that a loved one would benefit from a memory care facility, schedule a consultation with Pelican Bay Assisted Living Community in Beaumont. They have care available 24-hours a day and their staff has the experience to provide quality memory care. Pelican Bay also provides a wide range of activities including: Live... Read More

Southeast Texas Alzheimer’s Residence Guide – Pelican Bay in Beaumont

SETX Memory Care Facilities – Pelican Bay Alzheimer’s and dementia are the fastest growing issues attacking seniors in the Golden Triangle. The more you know, the better you can assist a loved one when it happens. One of the most common mistakes we make is trying to do everything ourselves. It is overwhelming, particularly if you are still working or have kids of your own who need your attention. A quality memory care residence can be a blessing for Southeast Texas senior... Read More

Golden Triangle Assisted Living Guide: Pelican Bay Beaumont

Senior Living Facilities in Southeast Texas Pelican Bay Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care We all want the best when it comes to our parents. Many Southeast Texans choose Pelican Bay. They offer an upscale assisted living community for the Golden Triangle. We have visited a number of times and have been impressed by the range of activities enjoyed by their senior residents. Pelican Bay has hosted: Senior fashion shows Halloween events with costumes and trick or treat Senior... Read More

Senior Resources for Southeast Texas – Pelican Bay Assisted Living

Memory Care Residences in Southeast Texas Pelican Bay Offers an Upscale Residence for Beaumont Area Seniors Did you know the progress of dementia can often be slowed through appropriate activities and care? A top memory care residence can give those coping with Alzheimer’s or dementia the opportunity to pursue their best life. Even better, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, hobbies, and entertainment from dancing to live music to parties. Many Golden Triangle families... Read More

Southeast Texas Senior Health News – Demystifying Medicare Part D enrollment

Medicare Part D Southeast Texas On today’s edition of Southeast Texas Senior Health News, we look at Medicare Part D. We get a lot of questions from our Southeast Texas senior readers about Medicare and specifically about enrollment for Medicare Part D. With so many options based on where you live and what prescriptions you need, selecting a Medicare Part D Plan can be complicated and time consuming.  Alexis Abramson, Ph.D, a gerontologist and leading advocate for health... Read More

Southeast Texas Senior Health News – SETX Golden Triangle Ostomy Support Group

Southeast Texas Senior Health News – SETX Golden Triangle Ostomy Support Group Southeast Texas Seniors are thankful for our health. As we age, life happens. We deal with it. A sore shoulder here or a bum knee there. Other health issues can be harder for Golden Triangle seniors to deal with. Are you scheduled for or have you had an ostomy procedure? Many seniors in Southeast Texas have. Do you know about the SETX Golden Triangle Ostomy Support Group? Their mission of the... Read More

A Day in the Life of a Southeast Texas Diabetic

On today’s edition of Southeast Texas Senior Health, we look at a day in the life of a Southeast Texas diabetic. November is American Diabetes Month, a time to bring attention to the seriousness of diabetes and to the many people who are impacted by the disease. One young lady who knows all about living with the disease is the Association’s 2012 National Youth Advocate, Logan Nicole Gregory. Logan has been living with type 1 diabetes since she was just 2 years old. “Diabetes... Read More

Beaumont Senior Medical Information: Hospice Enrollment Guide from Harbor Hospice Southeast Texas

Each year, more and more Southeast Texas seniors choose Hospice care. Should you choose Southeast Texas Hospice care for yourself or a loved one, what can you expect during the enrollment process? Often, Southeast Texas seniors and their families are referred to Southeast Texas hospice care by a physician or other medical  professional (Southeast Texas nursing home, hospital discharge planner, etc.). In other cases, a Beaumont senior and their family contact the hospice directly... Read More