Best Christmas Gifts for Your Senior Relative

Not sure what to get your loved one who has everything this holiday season?

Hillside Terrace has you covered! We’ve got some ideas your loved one would love.

According to A Place for Mom, these seven innovative products for the elderly will provide entertainment, simplify chores, and enhance safety:

1. Hero digital pill dispenser – This dispenser can hold up to 10 different medications and can be customized to your loved one’s medication schedule so they never forget to take a pill.
2. GrandPad – Is a tablet that’s easy to use to play games, listen to music, and video chat with friends and family. 
3. Amazon Echo Dot – This smart compact speaker is easily portable. Includes easy to use features like chat, music streaming, news, games, set alarms to take medication, and more.

Get more gift giving ideas here!

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Hillside Terrace provides an “aging by choice” philosophy. We work with your family to create the best possible living situation for your senior relative. Our housing, dining, and care services will make your loved one feel at home! Let our family take care of yours.

Hillside Terrace is a facility for assisted and independent living Ann Arbor. Call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

7 Best Innovative Gifts for Seniors This Christmas

According to A Place for Mom, these seven innovative products for the elderly will provide entertainment, simplify chores, and enhance safety:

1. Hero digital pill dispenser 
2. GrandPad
3. Amazon Echo Dot
4. Tile Sticker
5. COWIN E7 Active Noise Canceling Headphones
6. Nest Doorbell 
7. Fitbit Versa 3 

Find out more about the 7 best innovative gifts for seniors here!

Schedule Your Tour Today! Virtual or In-Person Tours Available

Hillside Terrace provides an “aging by choice” philosophy. We work with your family to create the best possible living situation for your senior relative. Our housing, dining, and care services will make your loved one feel at home! Let our family take care of yours.

Hillside Terrace is a facility for assisted and independent living Ann Arbor. Call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Paying for elderly care can be difficult, but luckily, there are a number of ways to make assisted living affordable. With a little bit of help, you can smoothly transition your loved one in to a structured, social environment where assistance for daily life is readily available. 

Many families pay for assisted living with private funds, through a few different avenues including personal savings, pension funds, and retirement accounts. The National Council on Aging offers a senior program that helps to cover drug prescriptions, food, hearing care, dental care, vision coverage, and energy bills. Surprisingly, certain chronically ill seniors are able to receive significant tax deductions, which can go a long way.

Schedule Your Tour Today! Virtual or In-Person Tours Available

Hillside Terrace provides an “aging by choice” philosophy. We work with your family to create the best possible living situation for your senior relative. Our housing, dining, and care services will make your loved one feel at home! Let our family take care of yours.

Hillside Terrace is a facility for elderly care in Ann Arbor. Call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

How to Save Money When Paying for Assisted Living

Finding care for a loved one can be a difficult process, but there are ways to reduce the stress. There are a number of ways to make assisted living affordable. With a little bit of help, you can smoothly transition your loved one in to a structured, social environment where assistance for daily life is readily available. With that being said, finding a way to pay for assisted living can still be tricky. Before you commit to something out of your budget, try these helpful tips:

1. Ask about price flexibility and special deals
2. Consider a roommate
3. See if an a la carte plan works for you
4. Inquire about discount programs for low-income seniors
5. Explore tax deductions

Schedule Your Tour Today! Virtual or In-Person Tours Available

Hillside Terrace provides an “aging by choice” philosophy. We work with your family to create the best possible living situation for your senior relative. Our housing, dining, and care services will make your loved one feel at home! Let our family take care of yours.

Hillside Terrace is a facility for elderly care in Ann Arbor. Call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

Wondering How to Choose the Right Independent Living Community for You?

Choosing the right independent living situation can feel like a daunting task. You want to be certain that you are choosing the best for your loved ones. 

When looking for a senior home, be sure to consider these important factors:

• Atmosphere—Does this seem like somewhere you would feel comfortable and happy?
• Activities—Does the home keep life fun and interesting?
• Food—Will you be satisfied with the food options provided?
• Budget—Will this be sustainable for your long-term budget?
• Well-Maintained Facilities—Does everything look nice and well taken care of?

Read more about essential considerations when finding a senior home.

Hillside Terrace Gives Residents a Home Away from Home!

If you’re looking for independent living in Ann Arbor, Hillside Terrace is the place for you! 

Our facilities include enclosed courtyards, beautiful gardens and walking paths, serene patios, a sunny dining room, a chapel, a library and computer lounge, a hair salon, a rehab and fitness center, and daily group activities ranging from shopping to volleyball.

Let our family take care of yours! Learn more about Hillside Terrace through our website or call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

Find the Right Independent Living Community for your Aging Parent!

Do you want to join an interesting, social, and engaging community? 

Are you no longer able to keep up with cooking, cleaning, and housework?
Are you looking for a senior home where you can maintain your independence?

Choosing an independent living facility is a big decision for your family. You want to be somewhere where you feel safe, comfortable, and engaged. There are many factors to consider, including atmosphere, activities, and location.

Learn more about what to look for in an independent living community. 

It can seem overwhelming when looking at different options for senior homes. Fortunately, Hillside Terrace is here to help! We’re a family-owned senior living facility that offers many levels of care, from independent living to enhanced memory care. We pride ourselves on offering varied amenities that give our residents a home away from home. 

If you’re looking for independent living in Ann Arbor, Hillside Terrace is the place for you! 

Let our family take care of yours! Learn more about Hillside Terrace through our website or call us at (734) 761-4451 to schedule a visit!

 

6 Questions to Ask When Choosing Senior Housing

Moving your loved one to senior housing is a big decision, but one that can provide you and your elderly parent with the peace of mind that they have a loving community to watch over them as they require more medical care, or a community of like-minded friends to keep them company while you’re working. How can you find the right place to call home for your elderly parent’s next stage of life? 

As you interview senior housing options, we encourage you to ask the following questions to make sure you know what your options are:

• Do you have licensed nurses on staff 24/7? In-home medical care?
• What kinds of on-site amenities do you offer?
• What are the costs of living in your facility? Does it vary by level of care?
• Can my elderly parent age in place and receive flexible care?
• How much independence is available for a resident that doesn’t need a high level of care?
• What kinds of activities are available? What is the community like? 

You’ll want to tour the facilities you’re considering for your elderly parent with them, if possible, so you both get a sense of whether it’s a good fit. Your elderly parent might surprise you with their feelings both positive or negative about what’s going to work for them in the next stage of their life. Keep the lines of communication open, and remember not to feel guilty that you can’t do it all yourself. You’re doing your best, and there’s support for your family.

We wish you all the best in making the important decision of which senior housing facility to trust with your loved one’s care. You can learn more about Hillside Terrace’s flexible senior living amenities and senior daily activities. If you’d like to tour Hillside Terrace and meet our caring staff, please call (734)761-4451 to make an appointment.