On The Cover By Alissa Reinhard hen Chris Reams opened his business in San Antonio, he had one goal in mind – to become the top roofing company in the city. Reams is passionate about his work and he understands both sides of the business – from the insurance claim process to replacing and repairing your roof, you’re in good hands with Shelter Pro. This past spring, thousands of San Antonians sustained major roof damage due to devastating hailstorms. Storm damage is not uncommon in San Antonio, but hail and wind damage to your roof is not always visible. Reams and his team of experienced technicians know what to look for and can help you get the insurance claim process started. “We’ve been helping our customers with insurance claims for more than two decades, saving them thousands of dollars in repairs and roof replacements,” said Reams. April 2017 marks one year since the San Antonio hail storms. If your roof has sustained damage or if you’re not sure what to look for, contact Shelter Pro for a free inspection with no obligation. Once the
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Tips For Choosing Assisted Living
By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 he time has come when mom and/ services are provided for residents and or dad needs a little assistance with how quickly maintenance responds to medications or personal hygiene. So work orders. Discuss the particular needs where do you turn? Assisted living with of your loved one and what services can customized care levels is a great option. But be tailored to meet those needs. From help how do you choose the one best suited for with medications reminders to assistance them? First and foremost, the more involved with personal hygiene, there should be a your parents are in the search, the better. Of care plan for each resident. course you can do much of the legwork for The goal of assisted living should them, but be open and discuss with your be to help the senior continue to be as parents their desires and preferences. independent, active and involved as Visit the community you are considering possible. That’s our goal at Independence more than once. Plan one scheduled tour Hill Assisted Living. We only hire people and one or more drop-in visits. Walk around passionate about making sure our residents until you feel comfortable that you have are continuing to “live” life. We venture out seen it all and have a good understanding to movies, the theatre, scenic drives, peach of what life will be like there for your picking, museums – you name it! Because parent(s). Ensure that your loved one will our residents want to continue to learn and receive the quality of care you know they stay fit, we offer crafts, great educational deserve. Check the calendar and visit during and exercise programs and more. Our an activity. Does the staff treat the residents kitchen continually scores 98 – 100% with dignity and respect? Is there a good during inspections and we take pride in variety of events, outings and activities? providing a well-rounded menu full variety Are there opportunities to get outdoors and and special surprises. The Maintenance and enjoy some sunshine? Another great way to Housekeeping Team always are rated highly see a community in action is to plan a visit in our Resident Surveys. We welcome you at mealtime. The dining experience is very to see first hand how we strive to make important to seniors. Besides nutritional this chapter of live a great one. Call our concerns, it is a prime time for socializing. Lifestyle Specialists at (210) 209-8956 to Of course, during your visits, you will set up your personal tour. no doubt observe the level of cleanliness. Independence Hill Retirement Resort If you notice an unpleasant smell, don’t Community is located at 20450 Huebner be afraid to inquire. It could be from Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more something that just happened, and therefore information, call (210) 209-8956 or visit isolated to a particular event. Ask about www.independencehill.com. how often housekeeping and laundry
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