Supporting Aging Parents at Sabine Place: Honoring Older Americans Month

With mild winters and sunny summers, Orange, TX, is a popular destination for retirees. Seniors are drawn to this peaceful town, where days are filled with outdoor strolls and year-round events.

This May marks Older Americans Month, and it's the perfect opportunity for you to consider a retirement community for your aging parents. In this guide, we'll explain more about how to find one that meets your loved one's needs and the exciting features on offer at Sabine Place Assisted Living.

Older Americans Month: A Time to Celebrate Seniors

Every May marks Older Americans Month on the calendar.

This is a special moment when we can take the time to consider seniors in our lives: parents, grandparents, and other elderly relatives. It's an opportunity to thank them for their wisdom and contributions to society.

It's also a time to give back and think about what we can do to help the seniors in our lives.

Do they need more support? Are they struggling with the responsibilities of living at home? Should now be the time to search for the perfect retirement community so they can enjoy and unwind in their later years?

When Support Becomes Essential for Aging Parents

When parents age, you may find their needs begin to shift gradually. At first, caring for elderly parents might involve small errands, such as grocery shopping. However, over time, the needs can become more frequent and involved.

They may need help each morning getting dressed, and you might find yourself seeking help from friends and other relatives to step in when you go on vacation. You might also find yourself worrying about aging parents, such as whether they are at risk of falls in their homes.

When seniors begin to face challenges with mobility, memory, or handling daily tasks, it might be time to start looking at extra support in the form of a retirement community: somewhere your loved ones can enjoy life but get the help they need.

Senior Care in Orange, TX: Balancing Support and Independence

Meeting your loved one's needs means striking a balance between care and support with the help they need and the freedom to live an independent life.

At Sabine Place in Orange, TX, that balance is at the heart of what we offer to our residents. We have caring, professional staff on-site to help your loved ones with the support they need, whether that's assistance with dressing or help in an emergency.

We also have a community offering a wide variety of amenities and activities, giving your loved ones ample opportunity to socialize, try new hobbies, or keep fit.

Senior Lifestyle Support: Health and Well-being

One of the advantages of choosing a senior living community for aging parents is that it's the ideal environment for your loved one to look after their health and well-being.

Take Sabine Place Assisted Living, for example. In our community, we have a variety of activities and amenities on-site that ensure all our residents can put their health and fitness first. That includes:

Beautiful outdoor walking routes in our grounds
A wellness program
A varied and ever-changing activities calendar

There is always an option in the calendar that will help seniors stay active. Keeping mobile and looking after muscle strength and flexibility is the best way to remain independent in old age.

The Power of Social Connections for Aging Parents

Loneliness can be a major risk to seniors' well-being, especially if you have a parent who has lost their partner.

One reason our community remains so popular with seniors is our emphasis on encouraging social connections via our events program and pre-arranged group outings. Whether residents take part in a quiz night, a crafts workshop, or a trip to local boutiques, there are ample ways in which to connect with others.

Regular conversations and laughter with friends are great for mental health, and they can even help guard against cognitive decline in later years. We've also designed our community to encourage social connections, with beautiful communal areas like our lounges, gardens, and dining space.

Assisted Living for Aging Parents at Sabine Place

Families often worry about whether senior care plans will be too restrictive for their loved ones. At Sabine Place, this doesn't happen because our care plans are personalized to the needs of each individual.

We know that no two seniors are the same, and the help they require on a daily basis will differ. It may also change over time. So when your relative joins our community, one of the first steps we take is to sit with the family to discuss care needs, ensure a custom plan is put in place, and offer advice on family caregiver resources.

We continue to review these plans if a resident's care needs evolve.

Exploring More of Orange, TX

Living in Sabine Place comes with the added advantage of being on the doorstep of stunning Orange, TX. This warm and friendly community is the perfect destination for retirement, with small-town charm and beautiful scenery.

Nearby, you can find plenty of attractions to make life in retirement more enriching, including:

Shangri La Botanical Gardens
Stark Museum of Art
Heritage History Museum
Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts

So, whether it's culture, nature, or a shopping expedition that appeals to you the most, you'll find it in Orange, TX. The close-knit community of this part of Texas will also make it feel like a home from day one.

Assisted Living in Orange, TX: Book Your Tour Today

When you begin searching for support for your aging parents, you'll want to get the decision right. The first step is to understand your parents' needs and find a community that's varied and supportive enough to match.

That's what we can offer at Sabine Place Assisted Living. We have created a warm, nurturing environment where every resident receives personalized care. Coupled with the beautiful surroundings of Orange, Texas, it's the ideal community for your loved ones to retire and relax.