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Prestige Living LLC, 700 Greenbriar Drive, Fort Collins, CO (2026)

09/07/2026

Prestige LivingFall Is Coming“

Fall is coming—take a little time to prepare, check in, and make sure your loved one is safe, comfortable, and connected.”
Prevent falls: no clutter, good lightning, and make sure shoes have non-slip soles. Stay connected, cooler temps, more time indoors. Schedule regular visits together or phone. Keep them active: encourage safe walks, games, crafts and activities you enjoy together. Clothes: they are colder, make sure all their clothing is ready for colder temps. Do they need their Shots, are there meds up to date, check their glasses, hearing aides. For tips just ask the Staff.
“Fall into caring—small preparations today can make a big difference tomorrow.
”Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO; we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

09/01/2026

"The Transition"
Transitioning into an assisted living home is a major life change, and adjustment usually takes time. A person may feel relieved, sad, anxious, hopeful, or even angry - sometimes all at once. These reactions are normal. We ALL need time to adjust. Some Tips: Include the resident in decisions .Maintain important routines, Visit consistently, Maintain important routines, and Review the care plan.The Good: there is the safety piece, staff 24/7, help with medication, personal care, and emergencies. Plus less daily stress, more social connections, better support. and peace of mind.The difficult: loss of independence, leaving home, less privacy, unfamiliar surroundings, less privacy.A helpful message during this transition:This is not about giving up independence. It is about receiving enough support to live safely, comfortably, and with greater peace of mind.Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO; we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

08/23/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“The Move-In”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

Moving into assisted living is a big change. Focus on making the new room safe, familiar, and comfortable, rather than trying to bring everything at once. Can always bring more later. Bring Clothing, bathroom items, medical essentials, and comfy items (blankets, cherished items). Move in their items ahead of the actual day they move in. This can make a big difference.
What to tell them: A calm, confident message is usually more reassuring. Keep it simple, truthful. Also have that discussion with the administration on ideas. Keep in mind it doesn't always go as planned. That is OK. Deep breath and pivot, they will pivot with you!

Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

08/11/2026

Prestige Living LLC
"Final Decision Stage"
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

Where is best for my family?
This means to take into consideration where family is located and how will it benefit all those that will be involved with the care of your loved one. Level of Commitment
What does the diagnosis say?
A diagnosis can help families understand what level of support their loved one may need. The goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where individuals can maintain as much independence and quality of life as possible while receiving help with their daily needs, based on that diagnosis.
Which home offers what will accommodate my family?
Talk with family members how much or how often can they participate and add value to your loved one being cared for. Does the home accommodate the level of involvement?
Remember placing them where their abilities will improve or maintain. We want our loved ones to not become complacent with their environment. We want to give them a reason to get up in the mornings or be able to live life. Make them want to build and be involved.
Putting them in the last stage does not improve their life. We don’t want to give them a reason to give up. Do not put them in a place that they are not ready for.

Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

08/03/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“Spend Down Plan?”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

Spend Down for Medicaid and understanding what that might mean for your loved one.

In order to be eligible for Medicaid they must meet certain criteria.
From the financial end the person applying cannot have income that exceed “X”, per month. You are also only entitled to “X” amount of assets.
Talking to a Medicaid planning person or elder law attorney to help navigate the complexities of the spend down process is so important. Things can change and penalties may apply.
You can do an AI or internet search on Medicaid spend down plan which can give you tons of information and help with a direction.
If you haven’t preplanned you still can navigate through the financial piece. Fewer options don’t mean fewer solutions-with creativity, there’s always a way forward. FYI: About 17% of people over 70 use Medicaid/Medicare at assisted living homes.

Here is what is important about this. Medicaid has a process in which they look at past expenditures and income. This can affect those that do not pre-plan and are not prepared for this event. Make sure to talk to more than one person as sometimes people see things differently. You want to have clear and precise information and a path to move forward. Keep your notes and the process/steps you took to get to the point in which gives your loved one the best options for their care.

Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

07/27/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“Let’s talk longevity”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

I’ve got this covered, NO, we do not always have this! As much as we would like to think we do.

Do our loved ones have what they need to cover (pre-planning) for long-term care? Can we help pay for any or all?
Do they need levels of care? What are their cognitive abilities like? What is their diagnosis? With these types of conditions comes a whole new level of unplanned expense. Things we don’t think about at our age but are in our future. (Eye Opener)
Can they pay privately (social security, pension, retirement, long-term ins) before Medicaid is needed? Who talks about what a spend down plan is, before you get there and need help. What is a spend down plan?
Doing your research, touring homes, talking with the doctor, and with family and friends (that have gone through this). Can help you navigate this new path in life.
Pre-planning cannot be more important in this area. Because when you are left at the last minute it is a stressor none of us need at this time.

We will continue to talk about and breakdown what we can to help you better understand and where to go to navigate through these topics. We do not have all the answers but maybe a little clarity and what important questions to ask.

Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

07/23/2026

Prestige Living LLC
Now What.......
Thoughtful reflecitons in 2026
You have seen the doctor, you have been observing, listened to your family and friends.
Now finding the right assisted living community is about more than just comparing amenities and types of homes—it's about finding a place that feels like home. Take time to visit multiple communities, meet the staff, ask about personalized care, and observe how residents interact with one another. Consider factors such as safety, dining options, activities, medical support, med management, location, and overall atmosphere. The right choice can provide comfort, independence, and peace of mind for both residents and their families.
An informed decision today can lead to a happier, healthier tomorrow.

We want to see everyone that stays with us or not, have the best life possible.
Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged.

07/07/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“What about you?”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

Respite Care is a much-needed thing, especially if you are caring for someone.
What can you do? Those that work for a caregiving company, when taking care of your loved one, sometime provide some sort of respite care assistance. You can also do a search on the web for Respite Care Services, Homes or Nursing Respite Care and it might help you find the help you need for a short/long term stay. You can also call Medicare to see what they offer if anything, this of course, is if, your loved one is on Medicare. Some Homes/Facilities may have ideas on what to look for, so checking around and asking question could be very helpful in getting some cost or other assistance. You can also check with nursing home companies for ideas.
You need time to rejuvenate and breath! Take advantage of what you can when you can. Your loved one needs you to take time for yourself and you deserve it!

We want to see everyone that stays with us or not, have the best life possible.
Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged.

06/27/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“What does it all mean”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

Assisted vs Memory vs Skilled, what is the difference?
In my experience, they are significantly different.

Assisted living is for those that need help with day to day activities but have some independence.

Memory Care is for those that are having issues with memory and need more help for day to day living and need monitoring.

Skilled Care services is by a licensed professional, like a registered nurse. This includes comprehensive medical and rehabilitation services. This comes mostly after a hospitalization.

Which type of home? Not any 1 (one) home is a fix all. What are their abilities? Needs? Diagnosis? Behaviors?
I know we don't want to keep moving. We also don't want them to decline quicker if place in the wrong home.
Most if not all, offer palliative care.

What are your options and what do you look for. Having someplace that can provide for you loved one is amazing but are they really equipped to cover all their needs. Do they have a clear understanding of where your loved one currently is placed on this spectrum?

FYI: 34% of assisted living residents transfer to higher care.
Also: On average, older adults who move to assisted living live slightly longer and experience higher-quality health outcomes than those who remain at home.

Be it temporarily (respite care stays) or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO. We encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

06/07/2026

Prestige Living LLC
“Level VS Type?”
Thoughtful reflections in 2026

What are the Levels of care VS Types of Care.

Within each type of care there can be levels of care. (fully mobile, Partially, not, dementia) Such as assisted living homes, do they need assistance taking showers, getting dress, and mobility etc. Are they incontinent?
Let’s start with there is always a basic monthly fee. Then depending on the level of care based off the type of care they need, they will increase the monthly fee. Now some things might be included and those are questions you need to ask.
The depends that your loved one may need is it an additional cost in most places? We are talking the product and assistance to change and manage as needed? When does this cost go up?
Is providing mobility assistance included and at what point do those fees increase (at what level).
Getting your doctor involved, you need to know how the progression of their health is going to stay on top of those additional expenses. Get the family involved they need to know what you are facing and how best to help.
And all homes, of course, are not equal. Most will have their own fee and levels of care chart.
I did a quick search on “Overview of Assisted Living Levels”. It had some great information to help you navigate expectations and understand better.

Be it temporarily or long term stays here at Prestige Living LLC in Fort Collins, CO, we encourage families to stay connected and engaged with family members living with us. It is so vital to their feelings of well-being that they are at home when they can share their space here with family.

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