Family Advisory
Article: Society NW Magazine
Senior Living Transitions With David Haack We’ve known David Haack for years, not only as a trusted expert in the world of senior living, but as a kind and thoughtful friend. Through his company Next Step Transitions, David and his team help families navigate one of life’s biggest transitions with compassion, organization, and decades of…
Read MoreFrom Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Real Family’s Senior Placement Journey
When the Taylor family (names changed for privacy) first contacted NextStep Transitions, they were feeling something many families face when caring for an aging loved one: completely overwhelmed. The Situation Joan Taylor, 82, lived in her home for nearly 40 years. Recently widowed and recovering from a fall, her health was declining, and her once-sharp…
Read MoreHow to Have “The Talk” About Senior Living with Aging Parents
I have a friend whose parents, in our opinion, needed to make a move to senior living years ago. However, her parents didn’t see the need. Today, her dad has advanced Parkinson’s and is no longer able to navigate the stairs in their home safely, and he’s dealing with dementia. Her mom was recently diagnosed…
Read MoreLove and Friendship: The Heart of Senior Living
People don’t often think of love when they think about senior living communities. But I challenge you to do so. Love, in its many forms, is alive and thriving in these communities. In my more than 30 years working in the senior living field, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing love every day. It’s in…
Read MoreWhen Springtime Brings More Than Sunshine: How to Support Aging Loved Ones in the Warmer Months
As the chill of winter fades and the days grow longer, spring and summer arrive with their usual promises: blooming flowers, fresh-cut grass, buzzing bees, and warm sunshine. But for some modern agers, these seasons bring more than beauty. They bring challenges that can go unnoticed by those around them. While nature begins to flourish,…
Read MoreThe Joyful Benefits of Pets for Seniors
As we age, companionship becomes even more essential to our happiness and well-being. For modern agers, especially those living in assisted living communities, having a pet can provide a source of comfort, joy, and connection. Whether it’s a dog, a cat, or even a small animal, pets offer numerous emotional, physical, and social benefits that…
Read MoreWhat is a Next Step Family Advisor?
To truly understand what a NextStep Family Advisor is, let me start by sharing a personal story. In 2019 my dad passed away and it became glaringly apparent that my mom was experiencing more severe cognitive impairment than we had realized. For years, my dad had been the steadying force in her daily routine, and…
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