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SPRING,TEXAS JULY 12, 2012: Many residents at The Village at Gleannloch Farms know the importance of having a companion to assist with transportation, light housekeeping, light meal preparation and medication reminders. Now, the active aging community is reaching out to the surrounding Gleannloch Farms neighborhood to provide the same compassionate, private caregiver services. The program, Care-Connect at The Village, allows residents to continue living independently and reduce their dependence on family members. Active agers who live in the nearby Gleannloch Farms neighborhood can now take advantage of the same services.
"I don't know what I would do without Monica from Care-Connect," said Paul Ferguson, The Village at Gleannloch Farms resident. "She does all of my reading, takes care of my mail, drives me to the doctor and to the store in her car. She is very helpful to me. She is my eyes and ears. I couldn't get along without her."
The program provides 24/7 services, including weekends and overnight care. There is a three hour minimum per visit, and the cost is $22 an hour.
"Our caregivers are compassionate and know how to help senior adults get the most out of their days," said Kathy Johanns, program administrator. "We are very excited about our program expansion and the chance to provide a little extra help so people can continue to live in their homes independently, as long as they choose."
The program is licensed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. All of the employees work for Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. Employees undergo strict background checks, drug screenings and extensive interviews. All caregivers are recommended to the program.
If you would like to set up interviews for a story about the program or if you have any questions, call Amy Jones at (214) 890-7912 ext. 30 or email at ajones@fortepr.com
ABOUT THE VILLAGE AT GLEANNLOCH FARMS
Sponsored and owned by Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc., The Village at
Gleannloch Farms is a not-for-profit community offering 123 independent living
apartments and cottages for active adults aged 62 and above. In addition, the
community offers a continuum of care including 30 assisted living apartments, 18
memory support residences, and 35 private skilled nursing suites.
Located at Champion Forest Drive and Northpointe Boulevard, the community is situated on 25 acres and is designed to resemble the property's original architecture. Architect of the project, three architecture of Dallas, incorporated native Gleannloch Farms stone and wood overhangs, balconies, trellises and fences to promote a "countryside residence" exterior. The community's interior, designed by Faulkner Design Group of Dallas, features arts-and-crafts period influences using wood paneling, stained glass and wood-beamed ceilings.
The community adds to the already extensive variety of residential housing options available in Gleannloch Farms. Other Gleannloch Farms amenities include a lakeside aquatic and athletic complex, equestrian center, championship golf course, hiking and biking trails, and highly acclaimed schools.
In addition to a full range of health care options, The Village at Gleannloch Farms offers a variety of resort-style amenities including landscaped courtyards, multiple dining venues, and common areas totaling over 148,000 square-feet. The common area spaces include a 100-seat chapel, library and business center, creative arts studio, full-service beauty salon and barbershop, heated outdoor saltwater pool and fitness center.
For information about The Village at Gleannloch Farms please visit the community web site at www.gleannlochseniorliving.com, or call (877) 312-2140.
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