New COVID vaccinations rolled out on a national level over the holidays and we are excited to announce that Sundara residents and staff were all offered the vaccine last on January 14th as part of Texas’s Department of state health services (DSHS) phase 1A distribution of vaccines.
Planning Ahead For Safe Holiday Visits to Loved Ones in Memory Care
With the pandemic coinciding with the holidays, every family must take precaution when visiting their loved ones in memory care communities as they are considered most vulnerable to the virus. Safety protocols are set by every community to make family visits extra safe to minimize any risks of infection for the residents and staff as well as the families visiting as well.
Fall Decor 2020
We're bringing out the tricks and the treats with spooky decorations that are fit for celebrating the Halloween season! Feel the spirit of fall when...
Assisted Living Isolation
Social isolation is an enormous concern for our elderly during the current pandemic. The process of keeping our most vulnerable population from being exposed to COVID-19 must include a degree of separation from the general population and other measures to reduce transmission. However, this process alone comes with an additional set of risks not associated with infection.
Red Hat Party 2020
Here at Sundara Senior Living, we value every resident and staff who have joined us in our mission to provide top quality memory care. So to...
Fighting Loneliness in Assisted Living Facilities During COVID-19
Most assisted living facilities have taken measures to keep residents safe during COVID-19 by strictly limiting or not allowing visitors. While these precautions do ensure a much greater level of safety for residents, long-term isolation and quarantine can lead to unwanted side effects, such as mental stress, loneliness, and depression.
How to Prepare a Person with Dementia before Relocation
When we relocate our loved ones with dementia to a new memory care facility it can be unsettling and may lead to emotional stress. The good news is there are practical steps you can take to limit emotional stress and transfer trauma for your loved one.
Does Medicare & Medicaid Pay For Assisted Living in Texas?
Are you looking for options to pay for assisted living in Texas? Read about our overview of the most common benefits that can fund assisted living services.