Having questions is a natural process of figuring things out. When it comes to an aging parent who may wish to remain home, or feels as though he or she doesn’t really have a choice, it may seem as though recommending assisted living or any other type of option is the wrong thing. Why would […]
Is It Better for an Aging Parent to Remain Home, Despite Their Challenges, Than to Discuss a Different Option, Like Assisted Living?
July 31, 2018 by ·
When Mom Wants an Assisted Living Facility Close to Her and You Want Her Moving Closer to You: Who Blinks First?
July 24, 2018 by ·
It’s taken many months, possibly even years, but finally your mother has agreed to move into an assisted living facility. This has felt like a wonderful relief, but something is not quite right. When you were talking to her about assisted living, you were trying to convince her to move closer to you. You thought […]
Memory Care Assisted Living Might Very Well Be the Best Option for an Aging Senior Having Extreme Difficulties at Home
July 17, 2018 by ·
Somebody dealing with dementia is going to face memory related problems, especially as the disease progresses. Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia and when an aging senior is progressing through this disease, they might be supported by a spouse, adult children, and other family members who live in the area, friends, and even neighbors, but […]
If You’re Wondering Why Mom (or Dad) Won’t Even Consider Assisted Living, It May Require You to ‘Wear Their Shoes’ for a Day
July 10, 2018 by ·
Do you honestly understand what your mother or father is going through as they get older? It’s easy to assume you know the challenges they face, especially when you go and visit and see them struggling to take the garbage out, have a difficult time just walking down the driveway to check the mail, or […]
How Long Might It Take an Aging Senior to Adjust to Assisted Living?
July 3, 2018 by ·
There are numerous questions people have about assisted living. One of the common questions family members may contemplate, especially if they are wondering whether this is the right thing to talk about with their aging mother or father, is how long it might take them to adjust. For some people, adjustment is almost instantaneous. Some […]
There Are Many Options When It Comes to Assisted Living, Which Is Why Taking a Tour of the Facility Is So Important to Making the Right Choice
June 26, 2018 by ·
Across the country there are literally thousands upon thousands of assisted living facilities. Not all of them are the same. In fact, many of them are incredibly different from one another for a wide range of reasons. Some facilities are quite small, creating a more intimate atmosphere and a more personal relationship between the staff […]
A Matter of Wills: How to Deal with a Parent Who Doesn’t Want to Choose Assisted Living?
June 19, 2018 by ·
Sarah and her mother Jill usually had a good relationship, but in recent months a tension has developed. Sarah wants her mother to consider assisted living, especially given all of the safety issues that exist in Jill’s house. Jill doesn’t want anything to do with the conversation. It leads to arguments. Every time Sarah brings […]
What Kind of Support Does Assisted Living Offer?
June 12, 2018 by ·
One of the most common questions people have when looking into assisted living, either for themselves or an aging parent, involves support. They might be asking, “What kind of support does this facility offer?” It’s an important question, of course, but the answer will differ from one community to the next. That’s why it’s so […]
Moving to Assisted Living Isn’t a Magic Pill: Seniors Still Need to Be Proactive in Order to Make the Most of This Incredible Opportunity!
June 5, 2018 by ·
It’s easy to assume that making certain decisions will solve every problem. Unfortunately, that often isn’t the case. In fact, it’s rarely the case. For example, a senior who ultimately decides assisted living would be a good asset for them may do so with some reluctance, more often by being pressured by family and friends. […]
Overwhelmed with the Responsibilities of Home Life? Assisted Living Is an Option
May 29, 2018 by ·
Most adults can attest to the fact that taking care of a house, apartment, or other home environment can be difficult. With small children running around it becomes almost overwhelming. As we get older, though, as our children grow up, leave the house, and everything seems to quiet down, that doesn’t make things easier. In […]
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