Seniors and older adults are the fastest-growing age demographic on Facebook—with 46% of Americans over 65 on the site. Social media can be a great way to keep in touch with family, reconnect with old friends, and be entertained with videos, recipes, and articles. There are also stimulating games like Words with Friends and chess that […]
“The modern game of golf originated in 15th century Scotland,” and its first major, The Open Championship, or British Open, is considered “the world’s oldest tournament in existence (Wikipedia).” While it is a sport many associate with retirement due to its slower pace, it is actually a sport that provides a variety of physical and […]
Helping your loved one share their life story is a meaningful task. It is a task that can help bring you and your loved one closer together while allowing him or her to reap the mental benefits that come along with reminiscing and storytelling. At Franklin Park® Senior Living, with retirement communities in San Antonio, Texas, […]
Franklin Park® is the only senior living, including assisted living and memory care communities in San Antonio, to use the R-Water patented technology cleaning system specially developed to reduce preventable infectious diseases. R-Water is effective against COVID-19 and has reduced our flu rates in past years. It is safe to the skin and kills viruses […]
The goal of retirement is to step away from actively working while maintaining your lifestyle. To be able to use your time to enjoy hobbies, visit with friends and family, or simply to relax. However, if you are a homeowner, you may find that you are spending more of your time mowing the lawn, fixing […]
R-water offers a cleaning system to businesses wanting a germ- free space without negatively impacting the environment or human health.
Becoming the primary caregiver for a senior parent or loved one can be overwhelming. Where do you start? There is so much information that you will need to learn regarding safety and health, along with discovering the extent of the tasks your loved one may need assistance in his or her daily life. Franklin Park® […]
Dementia itself is not a disease; it is an overall term that describes significant changes in the brain characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-80 percent of dementia cases, it is not the only form. Franklin Park® Senior Living in and around San Antonio, […]
When you walk through the doors of even the cleanest and best-maintained senior living community or nursing home, you may detect a slightly musty or grassy odor. Depending on whom you’re talking to, this might be deemed “old people smell” and associated with uncleanliness. But, is there really a common odor to senior living communities, […]
Franklin Park® Boerne Wins 2020 Best of Assisted Living Award from SeniorAdvisor.com BOERNE, TEXAS, JANUARY 16, 2020 | Franklin Park® Boerne is proud to announce that they have been selected as one of 2020’s Best of Assisted Living Award Winner by SeniorAdvisor.com, the largest rating and reviews site for senior care and services in North […]
