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Best Gifts for Senior Parents in Kyle, TX | The Philomena

The Best Gifts for Senior Parents in Kyle, TX

At The Philomena, gift-giving takes on special meaning. This is a community where residents rallied together to adopt a lost dog named Chewy, who became such a big celebrity that he appeared on the Kelly Clarkson Show. It’s where food and clothing drives happen regularly, and the holiday calendar stays packed with events bringing people […]

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From Rags to Riches: How Chewy Became the Best Dog for Seniors at The Philomena

When a small, matted pup was found abandoned outside on the streets of Austin, Executive Director Priscilla Duran from The Philomena Assisted Living and Memory Care brought him home. But no one in the Kyle, Texas retirement community expected him to become a national sweetheart. No longer a lonely stray, the 7-year-old Shih Tzu lovingly

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The Philomena | Resident Augie P. works hard during a Balance Boot Camp session to strengthen his stability and maintain his independence.

Seniors at The Philomena Tackle Fall Prevention with Balance Boot Camp

The older adults who call The Philomena Assisted Living and Memory Care home are working harder than ever to maintain their independence. One intensive program that helps them do so is the Balance Boot Camp. Launched earlier this year by Dr. Cory Peterson, owner of Outcomes Therapy, the on-site rehabilitation class improves the strength and

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The Philomena | Senior couple sitting for dinner during their 50th wedding anniversary celebration

A Golden Love Story: Dan and Maxcyne’s 50th Anniversary

“It is a privilege to witness and be part of such significant milestones in the lives of our residents.”​​ – Ian Handke, Executive Director of The Philomena Dan and Maxcyne married in 1973 and have been happily married for 50 years. How many people can say that? That milestone was worthy of a celebration, and

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The Philomena | Kelly Clarkson

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