Austin has always been a city that gathers around food. Locals wait in line at Terry Black’s Barbecue for brisket that requires no sauce and no explanation. Families make a night out of chasing down a table at Cuantos Tacos, one of the few Michelin-recognized spots in Central Texas. Food here is how people connect, […]
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Laundry does not make headlines. Neither does mopping a floor or hauling a basket up a flight of stairs. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and older, and everyday household tasks are among the most common triggers. Stairs, slippery floors,
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When a parent starts needing more help, most families want to find the most care possible. It seems logical and comes from a place of love, but
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Residents and team members at SoCo Village Assisted Living and Memory Care gathered donations during the community’s Month of Giving in Austin, TX. As the holidays drew near, our community, SoCo Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, welcomed residents, families, and neighbors to join our Month of Giving campaign. This two-part donation drive helped support
Here’s what we’ve learned from talking with SoCo Village residents about gift-giving: they don’t want generic items from a catalog. They want those unique cowboy boots from Allen’s on South Congress. They want tickets to experiences they haven’t tried yet, like bowling at Pins Mechanical Co. or a sunset cruise on Lake Austin. They want
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When researching senior care and living options, you’ll encounter numerous confusing terms. According to AARP, states use more than 30 different terms to refer to senior housing arrangements, creating understandable confusion for families. At their core, private group homes for older adults function as assisted living communities, but in a house. These small residential settings
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Are you exploring senior living in Austin and feeling overwhelmed by the options? A 2025 national survey reveals a surprising gap in retirement planning knowledge. Nearly one in five respondents said they’d consider moving to independent living or a community with professional caregivers once they retire. Younger baby boomers aged 60 to 65 showed even
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Deciding to sell a home is a big step for older adults. At SoCo Village Assisted Living & Memory Care in Austin, Texas, we know this decision often involves both financial and emotional considerations. Knowing when seniors should sell their homes can make the process smoother for older adults and their families. This guide outlines
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Legos aren’t just for kids or enthusiasts. At SoCo Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Austin, TX, residents rediscovered the joy of building at their weekly Lego club. Every Wednesday afternoon, older adults gather in the art room for the Brick by Brick Lego Club to create colorful sets. New resident Danna started building
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