Senior Resources in Amarillo, TX
The Legacy at Town Square
The Legacy at Town Square’s blog offers excellent resources for seniors in Amarillo, TX. Our articles cover various retirement, assisted living, and memory care topics. We also provide advice for family members on how to ensure loved ones are living well. The blog is updated regularly with articles and news, so check back often for the latest Amarillo, Texas resources!
The Role of Pets in Senior Assisted Living
You may have heard of pet therapy for seniors, but pets can play a larger part in an older adult’s life. The role of pets in senior assisted living ranges from physical and emotional health benefits but can also extend to benefiting the caregiving staff. As long as your loved one’s community allows pets, we’ve
How to Downsize & Prepare for Assisted Living
As your loved ones age, their needs may change. In their golden years, a loved one may require additional care, support, and a safe environment to live a comfortable and fulfilling life. For some, this means transitioning to a senior living community. Your approach to helping a loved one downsize and prepare for the move
How Pegasus Optimizes Dementia Care with Dr. Sandra Petersen
At the forefront of Pegasus Senior Living, Dr. Sandra Petersen, our Senior Vice President of Health and Wellness, leads our Connections program, a transformative and scientifically backed approach to care designed for seniors living with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Through the “Connect, Move, Learn” methodology that defines the Connections program, Dr. Petersen guides Pegasus on how
At What Age Can Dementia Set In?
When your loved ones enter their senior years, dealing with conditions like dementia can initially feel daunting. But with the right information and support, you can help your loved ones continue to experience a fulfilling and vibrant life. Dementia is a general term used to describe a decline in cognitive abilities. While dementia is often
A Complete Guide to Memory Care
As your loved ones age, their health and wellness can become a top priority, and if they’re developing cognitive problems, it’s normal to worry about their safety too. Memory care can ease your concerns and those of senior loved ones by providing full support for healthy living. Memory care is a specialized service designed to
Sugar and Dementia: Separating Fact from Fiction
Dr. Sandra Petersen is the founder of our Connections memory care program. She is here today to help dispel some myths surrounding what researchers know about sweet treats and dementia. Do you try to avoid sugar or limit it in the diet of a loved one? As a doctor, I try to avoid granulated sugar,