When Renate reflects on the decision she and Dieter made to join LifeChoices at Bethany, one reason rises clearly to the surface: the financial security.“Financially, it made sense,” she explains. Compared to other communities, LifeChoices was attractive, especially...
If you’ve ever wondered who actually shows up when an older adult needs medical attention at home not, a facility, not an ER, just their own kitchen table the answer, most often, is a care coordinator. Across Ames, Des Moines, and the towns in between, care...
Senior energy tips can make a real difference when your body starts to feel a little heavier. Ever have one of those days where getting off the couch takes a little more effort? The afternoon slump hits earlier than it used to. If that sounds familiar, you’re...
Most people don’t think about long-term care until a crisis hits. A fall. A diagnosis. A parent who suddenly needs around-the-clock help. By then, the best options are often gone. The truth is, long-term care planning age 55 is one of the smartest moves you can...
The Phone Call Every Family Dreads It starts with a phone call. Maybe your mom missed a doctor’s appointment she forgot about. Maybe your dad called you three times in one week asking the same question. Or maybe you drove to Ames last weekend and noticed the...
As people age, maintaining independence while ensuring access to quality healthcare becomes a top priority. That’s where LifeChoices® at Bethany membership provides continuing care at home Ames Iowa steps in as a practical and empowering solution. Instead of...
