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A Caregiver’s Burden-the Tragic tale of Gene Hackman

March 12, 2025 — A Caregiver’s Burden-the Tragic tale of Gene Hackman From The Desk of our Director of Care Management, Jennifer Escobar Gene Hackman and his wife’s story is one of unexpected tragedy and heartbreak. Gene was a well-known actor who at the age of 95  had Alzheimer’s disease and lived with his 65-year-old wife who was his... Read More

14 years of dedication

March 6, 2025 — Happy 14th Anniversary to us, The Senior Options Team! Milestones like this are worth celebrating, and at Senior Options, there’s so much to be proud of. Looking back on this journey, I feel immense gratitude—for the roads we’ve taken, the lessons we’ve learned, and most of all, the incredible people who have been part of this... Read More

From The CEO’s Desk: No, You Can’t Trust Everyone

January 9, 2025 — No, You Can’t Trust Everyone: Ensuring the Right Care for Your Loved Ones   It all began with a desperate call from a family member. Her elderly parents were in crisis: her mother, relying on a feeding tube, was losing dangerous amounts of weight, while her father was declining both physically and cognitively. Despite these... Read More

Your Loved One Needs Help- Here’s How you know! 

September 20, 2024 — Your Loved One Needs Help- Here’s How you know!  Being aware of our elderly loved one’s mental and emotional well-being is just as important as addressing their physical needs. Life can be unpredictable, and aging often brings new challenges that may not always be easy to see. However, recognizing the subtle signs of distress can help you... Read More

Understanding Suicide Prevention

September 1, 2024 — What does Suicide Prevention mean? From the Desk of our Director of Care Management, Jennifer Escobar September is National Sucide Prevention Month.  A time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and the tremendous impact it has on individuals, families and communities. It’s also a time to highlight the importance of mental health.  According to the... Read More

Tip- Nutrition

July 28, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What is one nutritional tip you give to your clients?  Here are some of their responses: Shari: Hydrate. Hydrate. And hydrate more. Older adults need to hydrate more to prevent dehydration which many times leads to hospitalization. Jennifer: Prioritize protein-to help maintain their muscle mass and strength. Muscle is... Read More

Tip- Assessing Safety in the Home

May 2, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What is one one thing you look for to make sure a home is safe? Here are some of their responses: Shari: Lighting is a critical factor when assessing our clients’ homes including: if they are working, how bright, where they are, and lighting to assist at night. Katherine:... Read More

From the CEO’s Desk: What Passover Offers

April 21, 2024 — As Passover approaches, my mind drifts back to childhood memories – the warmth of the kitchen filled with the intoxicating aroma of my mother’s matzah ball soup, the table groaning under the weight of a feast prepared with love, and the joyous chaos of a multi-generational family gathering. Passover, however, is more than just a... Read More

From the CEO’s Desk: What does 13 mean?

March 26, 2024 — I was asked this month: what it means to have reached the milestone of 13 years of Senior Options? This is my raw unedited answer: To some, 13 is an unlucky number, but at Senior Options it is anything but. As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on 13 years of growth, 13 years of... Read More
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