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12/05/2025

📄 Important Documents Every Adult Child Should Review With Aging Loved Ones

The holidays are a time for connection—and sometimes that means having meaningful conversations that bring peace of mind. At Dahlia, we help families navigate care with clarity, and a big part of that is making sure key documents are understood and up to date.

Here are essential documents to review together:

1️⃣ Advance Healthcare Directive
Outlines your loved one’s healthcare wishes and names who can make decisions if they can’t.

2️⃣ Durable Power of Attorney
Allows a trusted person to manage financial and legal matters when needed.

3️⃣ HIPAA Authorization
Gives designated family members access to important medical information.

4️⃣ Will or Trust
Provides clarity about how assets should be handled and prevents confusion later on.

5️⃣ Insurance Information
Health, long-term care, life, and prescription coverage details.

6️⃣ Medication List & Medical History
Keeps everyone aligned on conditions, treatments, and providers.

7️⃣ List of Important Contacts
Doctors, attorneys, financial advisors, and anyone involved in care.

✨ These conversations may feel tough, but they’re truly an act of love.
Talking through these documents before a crisis helps families stay prepared, confident, and connected.

If you need help organizing or understanding these details, Dahlia is here to support your family every step of the way. 💛

07/26/2025

Is it aging—or something more serious?

As your loved ones age, subtle changes can be easy to overlook… but they may be signs that more support is needed.

Here are 5 red flags that should never be ignored:

🔴 Sudden weight loss
🔴 Frequent falls or balance issues
🔴 Missed medications or confusion about schedules
🔴 Withdrawing from social activities
🔴 Increased forgetfulness or repeated questions

Noticing one or more of these? It may be time to talk to a geriatrician. Our team at Dahlia Physician Housecalls provides personalized medical care—right at home.

💻 www.dahliahousecalls.com
📍 Serving Greater Houston

07/19/2025

Does my loved one have the capacity to make decisions? It’s one of the most common questions caregivers ask — and the answer isn’t always simple.

Capacity isn’t all-or-nothing. It depends on the type of decision, the person’s ability to understand and communicate, and even what kind of day they’re having. For example, someone may be perfectly able to choose what they want for dinner but struggle with managing finances or legal matters.

👉 If you’re unsure, don’t guess. Talk to your doctor or a lawyer to get clarity and protect your loved one with compassion and respect.

06/25/2025

📂 Emergency Binder: Every Caregiver’s Secret Weapon

If your loved one was rushed to the hospital tomorrow…
Would you know where their medication list is? Insurance info? Healthcare decisions?

🛑 In a crisis, seconds matter—and so does being prepared. That’s why every caregiver needs an Emergency Binder.

Here’s what to include:

✅ Medication list (with dosages & schedules)
✅ Health insurance cards and ID copies
✅ Advance directives or medical power of attorney
✅ Emergency contacts
✅ List of doctors, specialists & pharmacies
✅ Recent lab work or discharge summaries
✅ Allergy list + chronic conditions
✅ Notes on routines, behaviors, and preferences (especially for loved ones with dementia)

✨ Bonus: Include a “Grab & Go” section for the hospital—snacks, socks, phone chargers, and more.

🧡 Taking a few hours to prepare this binder can save you a lot of stress during emergencies.

Have you made one yet? Tell us what you’d add!
📍Serving Houston families with personalized geriatric care.
🔗 Learn more: www.dahliahousecalls.com

06/23/2025

🚫 MYTH: It’s normal to lose strength as you get older. Nothing you can do about it.

✅ TRUTH: Muscle loss is common with aging—but it’s not inevitable.

Without action, adults can lose up to 5% of muscle mass per decade after age 30.
But here’s the good news:

✅ Strength training (even light weights!)
✅ Adequate protein
✅ Physical therapy or guided movement

…can help older adults build back strength, improve balance, and prevent falls.

At Dahlia, we see it all the time:
A few small changes can lead to better mobility, less pain, and more confidence getting around the house.

Aging happens. Frailty doesn’t have to.

06/20/2025

Did you know long-term care insurance can help pay for care management?
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Many families don’t realize that their long-term care insurance policy may cover more than just home health aides or facility care. It can also reimburse for care coordination or care management—services that help you:
✔️ Navigate the healthcare system
✔️ Manage medications and appointments
✔️ Prevent emergencies
✔️ Support overwhelmed caregivers
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At Dahlia, we help families get the most from their long-term care insurance by providing high-quality, physician-led care coordination right at home.
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✅ If you’re paying out-of-pocket for guidance, check your policy. You might already have coverage.

06/18/2025

Why Dahlia?

The dahlia flower symbolizes strength, grace, and dignity — qualities we see every day in the people we care for.

It isn’t just known for its beauty — it’s known for its roots.
Strong, deep, and steady, dahlias grow from tubers that survive harsh seasons and come back stronger each year.

We chose the name Dahlia because we believe care should be like that too: grounded, resilient, and rooted in real life.

🌱 Strength in the roots.
🌿 Grace in the growth.
💛 Care that takes root at home.

06/16/2025

5 Signs It’s Time to Reevaluate an Older Adult’s Care Plan

Many older adults experience small shifts in health that go unnoticed—until there’s a crisis.

Here are 5 signs it may be time to rethink your loved one’s care plan:

1. Increased falls or “almost” falls
2. Medication confusion or missed doses
3. More calls to you during the day or night
4. Trouble getting to appointments
5. You’re feeling overwhelmed, but don’t know where to start

At Dahlia, we help families in Houston, TX get ahead of these changes—before they become emergencies.

💬 Want a second set of eyes on your loved one’s care? Let’s talk.

06/11/2025

Thank you so much for your kind words and trust! 💛 Providing personalized, thoughtful care right at home is at the heart of what I do. Grateful to be part of your clients’ healthcare journey and honored to work alongside such dedicated care partners. 🏡✨

05/21/2025

💡 Trouble managing bills? It might be more than just forgetfulness.

Research shows that financial missteps — like missed payments or confusion with money — can begin years before a dementia diagnosis. ⏳

🚩 Keep an eye out for:
• Unopened mail stacking up
• Frequent late fees
• Confusion with bank statements
• Unusual spending or generosity

Early detection matters. A house call geriatrician can help assess memory changes in the comfort of home. 🏡

📍 Serving Houston | Dahlia Physician Housecalls
🔗 dahliahousecalls.com

04/30/2025

The system may feel overwhelming—but caring for an older adult you love shouldn’t mean navigating it alone. When you have a guide who listens, explains, and comes to you, it gets easier.

At Dahlia, we believe healthcare should deliver support—not stress. 💖

04/23/2025

Sometimes the most powerful act of care is simply showing up—with love, with patience, with presence. Progress isn’t always visible, but your consistency matters more than perfection. 💜

You are not alone. And you are doing better than you think.

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Houston, TX
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