The Medallion at Seven Acres publishes guide helping families navigate pet policies, highlighting the overlooked question of what happens when care needs change.
-- The Medallion Jewish Assisted Living Residence, part of Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services in Houston, has published a guide to pet-friendly assisted living addressing a question that catches many families off guard: what happens to a beloved pet when care needs change over time.
Many pet-friendly assisted living communities in the Houston area accept dogs, cats, or both. However, policies vary widely. The guide identifies a common scenario: a senior moves into a pet-friendly assisted living community with a companion animal, only to face difficult decisions years later when health changes require a transition to long-term care (also known as a nursing home). Most nursing homes do not allow pets.
The Medallion is part of the Seven Acres campus. That means assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care—all in one place. If a resident starts in assisted living and eventually needs nursing home care, the move is next door, not across town. The care team already knows the resident and can assist the nursing home team in helping better understand day-to-day care needs. A continuum of care makes that possible.
For many seniors—especially those who have lost a spouse or whose family lives far away—a pet provides daily companionship and routine. Research shows that seniors with pets tend to have lower blood pressure, less depression, and more reasons to stay active. The pet gives them structure and a reason to go outside.
The Medallion features 52 assisted living apartments for rent—studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms. Pets are welcome for an additional fee. The Seven Acres campus includes extensive courtyards, a park, and walkable spaces throughout the grounds. For residents with dogs, this means real room to walk—not just a small patch of grass by a parking lot.
Located in the Greater Meyerland Area, The Medallion is near the Texas Medical Center, the Galleria, Bellaire, West University, Rice Village, and Braes Heights—convenient for family visits and access to veterinary care.
The nonprofit organization, which has served Houston families for over 80 years, recommends that families ask specific questions during community tours: whether pets are allowed (including size and breed restrictions), a complete cost breakdown for pet accommodations, and what happens if care needs exceed assisted living capabilities.
For families uncertain about committing, The Medallion offers a Respite Stay Program—a short-term stay, two weeks minimum. Pets are welcome during respite stays. Seven Acres has Jewish roots and serves kosher meals, but welcomes residents of all faiths and backgrounds.
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Name: Loren Gordon
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Organization: Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services
Address: 6200 North Braeswood Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77074, United States
Website: https://www.sevenacres.org
Source: NewsNetwork
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