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In this blog, learn why it’s important to research assisted living facilities for your loved one and find out what to look for when choosing one.

Moving your loved one into assisted living can be hard for everyone. Here are some things to think about when it comes time.

Saving money for retirement can be difficult. It may seem like you have plenty of time, but don't wait, start saving today!

In this blog, learn about the differences between assisted living vs. nursing homes before you commit to one or the other.

Keep your brain sharp and your mind exercising with these 20 mental exercises.

We've put together an updated list of the best senior discounts across the country for 2016.  Save money on restaurants, stores, movie theaters and more!

Medication safety is crucial for those entering into their older years. Learn how to guarantee safe usage for those you care about.

If you or your loved one cannot maintain the activities of daily activities, then you may need help. Find out what ADLs are and how you can help.

If you need to discuss the need for senior care with a loved one, don't worry. There are ways you can bring it up in a loving, compassionate way.

There are many myths about the older generation. Heritage Creek wants to dispel this with the following aging facts.

You do not have to break your bank account to pay for assisted living. Learn how to pay for assisted living now.

As you get older, it can be more difficult to keep an active lifestyle. Heritage Creek wants to show you how easy it can be with a few simple steps.

This might be the hardest question you have to ask. Whether it is for your parent or you, it is not an easy question to answer. Everyone has a different answer. There is not one path anyone takes to Heritage Creek. You will have to decide how you want to spend the rest of your life. What is important is how you respond. You can prepare by knowing what to look for. Knowing what the signs are and knowing how to move forward are the most important steps you can take.

There are many upsides to making the decision to take part in assisted living. Assisted living is when a person who maintains a mobile and vital lifestyle needs an extra push in terms of health, wellness, and housekeeping in order to hold onto their standard of living. For most people, assisted living is typically associated with the older population. When people start to need a bit of help, assisted living can be a fabulous way to keep the same standard of life.

Feel great at every age! Here are our tips for healthy aging, from the elder care experts at Heritage Creek Assisted Living.

Each day, 10,000 baby boomers reach retirement age. On approaching our aging population with hope, not anxiety.

There are changes on the horizon in the future of elder care. Learn about some of the biggest developments expected in elder care in 2015.

Looking for senior discounts in San Antonio, Texas? Look no further! The city has plenty of them and we've listed many of them here. Save today!

The NORC Center for Public Affairs Research recently released their research on caretakers to elders. Read more to find out about their experiences.

Have you started thinking about elder care yet? Find out why you may want to start planning sooner rather than later.

Choosing an assisted living facility for your loved one can be difficult if you don't know where to start. Find out more from Heritage Creek in San Antonio.

When we hear terms like “elder care” or “family caregiving,” many of us initially imagine adult children caring for aging parents. While elder care certainly affects families in this dynamic, a recent survey conducted by the AARP Public Policy Institute and the United Hospital Fund discovered that 1 in 5 family caregivers in the U.S. is a spouse.

One thing that sets Heritage Creek apart from other assisted living homes is our size. Our 1 to 5 staff-to-resident ratio makes us a smaller, family-owned facility, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. Our more intimate home setting allows us to get to know each of our residents personally, so we can provide the best service possible and help them feel comfortable and cared for.

Assisted living is a general term used to describe alternative housing for senior citizens. The meaning of the word can get lost amongst those looking for a home for themselves or a family member since the term can be used for so many different homes.

A special holiday message introducing our new website.

On November 14th 2013, we had our ribbon cutting ceremony where our doors opened to San Antonio residents looking to join our warm and welcoming community.