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SBy Kathi Holzschuherometimes, experience is everything, especially when navigating the complexities of health care, seniorcare, and senior living options. That’s when having an advocate with personal and professional experience makes all the difference. Laura Daniels, BSN, RN owner of Care Advocates has both.Laura’s professional career as a registered nurse spans 30 years in geriatric care, different healthcare settings, and case management involving older adults. She is a board-certified Patient Advocate and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She understands the ins and outs of Medicare benefits and the unique needs of the elderly population.The personal experience was eye- opening for Laura. When an older dear friend became incapacitated after surgery from a fall, Laura jumped in to help through several transitions in care. Her friend, Judith, went from hospitalization to rehabilitation to an assisted living community, providing the right balance of care, independence, friends, and joy. “Going with Judith to view senior living options, I realized how overwhelming the process can be for families. There is no better way to say I understand this process than to have gone through it myself, assisting someone I loved. Inspired by Judith I decided to begin my own business,client and family many questions to help find the ideal living arrangement or care services. Laura, who is bi-lingual, and her team then create a list of care options that match the families’budget in a location they prefer, offering the level of care the client requires.However, Care Advocates doesmore than provide a list of options; they accompany the family on guided tours of these communities and advocate for them throughout the entire process, ensuring all questions are asked and answered. They remain an advocate and a resource for the client and their families.Care Advocatesqualified professionals available 24/7. The team can help with resources, Medicare covered benefits, transitional care options and senior living options.“We are passionate about what we do!” exclaims Laura. “I go to bed at night excited about the next day and the next opportunity to serve the senior community.”Care AdvocatesLaura Daniels BSN, RN (210) 669-2222 (Cell) (210) 932-0000 (Office) www.advocatern.comAssisting Families With Care Options At No CostLaura Daniels BSN,RNassisting older adults with care transitions, and senior placement,” says Laura.With over 70 five-star reviews on Google, Care Advocates is doing something right. Clients and families are overwhelmingly pleased with the personalized guidance, support, education, and advocacy Care Advocates offers. This knowledge, experience, guidance is at no cost to families. Care Advocates considers it a lifetime relationship when working with a family.It begins with Care Advocates asking thehas experienced,Comprehensive Eye Care for the Entire Family• Diabetic Eye Exams • Glaucoma Diagnosis/Treatment • Pediatric Myopia Control • Emergency Eye Exams• Dry Eye Treatment • Glasses & ContactsDr. Chandler R Mann II20079 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 1104 San Antonio, TX 78258(830) 205-2420www.stoneoakvisionsource.comOutstanding Athlete: Bailey FletcherBy Gretchen Benneailey Fletcher is a senior corner back at Reagan High School. A 3-year Varsity starter, Fletcher hasbeen playing football since he was a kid. “I always loved watching and playing with my dad and brother,” he said.Fletcher has racked up 7 interceptions and 35 pass break-ups to date in his Varsity career. And he’s not done yet as the Rattlers are 7-0 and going strong this season. “The best part of playing Reagan football is the family bond betweeen the players and the great coaches we have,” Fletcher said. Head Coach Lyndon Hamilton cannot say enough positive things about him. “Bailey is one of the most dependable young men I’ve coached in 25 years. He handles his business on and off the field, is humble and possesses great character,” Hamilton said. “Bailey has earned the trust of his teammates and coaches - a trust is still earned at Reagan.”Over the years Fletcher has been greatly influenced by his trainer, Bernard Blake, also known as ‘Bam’. “Bam has been like another father figure in my life,” he said. “He’s given me someone to go to if I have questions about anything from football to life in general.”Next year Fletcher plans on attending Rice University on a football scholarship, hoping to major in sports marketing.“I wantBailey Fletcherto play football as long as I can and then hopefully become a sports agent,” he said. He looks ahead to his future with gratitude, saying he is most thankful for his family and all of the things God has blessed him with.“We need more Bailey Fletchers in this world,” Coach Hamilton continued. “He makes us want to be better for him, he is our Captain and I know he will lead the Owls at Rice University.”4www.stoneoakhighlights.comNovember 2023