Senior Living NTX
Senior Living NTX is your trusted resource for seniors, families, and caregivers navigating real estate transitions, downsizing, and senior living options in North Texas. Hosted by Seniors Real Estate Specialists® (SRES®) Paul Fritz and Tara Garrison, this podcast delivers expert insights on selling your home, moving into senior-friendly housing, financial planning for retirement, and maintaining independence as you age.
Each episode features practical advice, real-life experiences, and interviews with senior living professionals—from legal and financial experts to home organizers and senior community directors. Whether you're exploring downsizing, aging in place, or transitioning to a senior living community, we provide the knowledge and support to make informed decisions.
📍 Serving seniors and families across North Texas, including Ellis, Tarrant, Dallas, Rockwall, and Collin Counties.
🎙️ Subscribe to Senior Living NTX for expert guidance, engaging discussions, and a stress-free approach to senior real estate and lifestyle planning.
📞 Need personalized help? Call Paul in Waxahachie: 469-789-6769 | Call Tara in Rockwall: 214-356-4670.
Episodes
23 episodes
Elder Law - Medicaid, Nursing Home Care, and the Power of Planning Ahead
What happens when a loved one suddenly needs nursing home care, skilled nursing, or long-term rehab and the family has no plan in place?In this episode of Senior Living NTX, elder law attorneys Jacob Hale and Lindsey Hughes...
Ariel Pointe of Sachse: Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care on One Campus
In this episode of Senior Living NTX, Paul Fritz sits down with Tyler Albrecht from Ariel Pointe of Sachse to discuss how the community supports seniors through independent living, assisted living, and memory care.Tyler explains the valu...
Is an Estate Sale Right for You? What Seniors in Ellis & Dallas County Should Know Before Downsizing
If you or a loved one are preparing to downsize in Ellis County or Dallas County, this episode can help you understand whether an estate sale is the right next step.In this Senior Living NTX conversation, Paul Fritz talks with Cheryl Jac...
Living Well With Parkinson’s in North Texas | A Conversation with Dallas Area Parkinson Society
In this episode of Senior Living NTX, Paul sits down with Leisha Phipps, Executive Director of the Dallas Area Parkinson Society, for an important conversation about Parkinson’s disease and the support available for families in No...
Deluxe Independent Living at Arabella of Red Oak | What Seniors and Families Should Know
What is the real difference between independent living and assisted living?In this episode of Senior Living NTX, Paul Fritz talks with Aaron Verigan of Arabella of Red Oak about how independent living works, who it is best for, and how i...
What Does Senior Living Really Cost? A Conversation with Civitas Senior Living's Clint Poncy
How much does senior living really cost, and what is actually included in that monthly price?In this episode, Paul Fritz sits down with Clint Poncy, Executive Director of Long Creek Senior Living in Sunnyvale, Texas, to talk through the ...
Early Signs of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Memory Care Explained for Families
Just ahead of Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Education Week (February 14–21, 2026), we sat down with Fatima Wilson to have an honest, educational conversation about memory care, cognitive decline, and the senior living and c...
Navigating Senior Living in Mesquite, TX with Roy Dean from Cambridge Court
In this episode of Senior Living NTX, host Paul Fritz visits Cambridge Court Senior Living in Mesquite, Texas to speak with Roy Dean, the Community Relations Director. Roy shares his heartfelt insights on what sets this community apart—f...
Independent Senior Living Communities in Waxahachie, Texas
Looking for independent senior living in Waxahachie, Texas? In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podcast, we explore a few of the area’s most popular 55+ and active adult communities designed for seniors seeking a vibrant, m...
Exploring Senior Living Options in Waxahachie, Texas
In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podcast, we explore the many senior living options available in Waxahachie, Texas. Whether you’re a senior considering downsizing or a caregiver helping a loved one, knowing the differences betwee...
Top 8 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Active Living Retirement Community
Making the move into a retirement or active adult community is one of the biggest decisions seniors and their families will face. But how do you know if a community is truly the right fit?In this episode of the Senior Living NTX Podca...
Aging in Place Safely: Home Modifications with TruBlue Home Services Ally
In this episode of Senior Living NTX, host Paul Fritz, Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), talks with Joe Gautier from TruBlue Home Services Ally about creating safer, more comfortable homes for seniors who want to a...
Clifton Coufal Elder Law Plano and Ft Worth - DFW Veterans Benefits Assistance
If you’re a veteran or a surviving spouse, you may be eligible for VA benefits like Aid & Attendance — but many people don’t even know it exists. In this episode of Senior Living NTX, we sit down with Michelle Myers, Marketing Director for ...
Inside ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital: Inpatient Recovery Designed for Real Life
n this episode of the Senior Living NTX podcast, we visit ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital in Waxahachie, Texas—Ellis County’s only inpatient rehab hospital—and speak with Clinical Nurse Liaison Melinda Garcia, LVN.Melinda share...
A Family of Families: Inside Midtowne Midlothian Assisted Living & Memory Care | Civitas
In this episode of the Senior Living NTX podcast, host Paul Fritz visits Midtowne Midlothian Assisted Living and Memory Care, a Civitas community affectionately known as the “Grandma” of Midlothian. Joined by Community Relations...
Ride N Safe: Senior & Medical Transportation Services Across North and Central Texas
In this episode of the Senior Living NTX podcast, we sit down with the team from Ride N Safe Non-Emergency Transportation, a trusted provider of door-to-door senior and medical transportation throughout North and Central Texa...
Hospice Care with Three Oaks Hospice Waxahachie
In this episode of Senior Living NTX, we sit down with Stacey Crowley, Community Liaison for Three Oaks Hospice in Waxahachie, TX, to demystify what hospice care truly means and when it might be the right choice for a loved one....
Arabella of Red Oak | Luxury Senior Living: Independent, Assisted & Memory Care in Ellis County, TX
Welcome to Arabella of Red Oak – Where Comfort, Community, and Care Come Together.In this episode of Senior Living NTX, we take you inside Arabella of Red Oak, a premier Civitas Senior Living community in Ellis County offering Independe...
Seniors Moving Closer to Family - Setting Expectations and Boundaries for Success
🎙️ Where North Texas seniors and their families get trusted guidance for real estate, lifestyle, and transitions.In this episode, we explore one of the most common — and emotional — decisions seniors face: Should I move close...
Legacy Oaks of Midlothian | Senior Living in North Texas – Independent, Assisted & Memory Care Tour
Looking for senior living options in North Texas? In this episode of Senior Living NTX, we tour Legacy Oaks of Midlothian, a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care ri...
Knowing When and How to Find a Senior Living Community
Are you or a loved one wondering if it’s time to consider a senior living community? This video is here to help. In this episode of the Senior Living NTX series, we break down the signs that it may be time to explore senior housing opt...
Senior Living NTX: 5 Essential Steps to prepare Your Longtime Family Home for Sale
Are you or your loved ones considering selling a longtime family home? In this video, we guide seniors and their families through five essential steps to prepare a cherished residence for sale:Declutter and Organize: Simplify spaces by...
Navigating Senior Real Estate: Expert Guidance for 55+ Homeowners
Looking for expert guidance in senior-focused real estate? In this episode of Senior Living NTX, Paul Fritz, a certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), shares valuable insights on navigating the real estate market for se...