Senior Living Blog
Slowing Down With Loved Ones This Holiday Season — And Gently Preparing for 2026
The holidays have a way of reminding us what truly matters: slowing down, sharing a warm moment, and being present with the people we love most. For many families, this season is one of the few times everyone is under the same roof, laughing, reminiscing, and feeling deeply connected.
As we gather around the table or linger a little longer by the tree, we’re offered a beautiful opportunity — not just to celebrate 2025, but to gently look ahead at what 2026 may bring for the seniors we cherish.
Which Senior Living Option Is Right for Your Mom or Dad?
When the time comes to explore senior living options for your aging parent, it can be emotional, confusing, and overwhelming all at once. How do you know what kind of care they need? What’s the difference between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?
Navigating Memory Care: How a Senior Living Advisor Can Help at Every Stage of Alzheimer’s
Finding the right memory care community for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming. Families often face difficult decisions, and understanding the progression of the disease is crucial to ensuring proper care. At Family Ties, Senior Placement Services, we specialize in guiding families through this journey, using the Alzheimer’s Association’s seven -stage model as a framework to match individuals with the most appropriate level of care.
How to Choose the Best Senior Living For You or Your Loved One
Our goal as your Senior Living Advisor is to help you make the best move possible by helping you understand your options, financial responsibilities, and continuum of care. As we follow these steps together, we will evaluate senior living communities together and systematically choose the one that fits your lifestyle, preferences, and needs. Message us today to start the conversation.