How to know when to move to Assisted Living
When to move you or a loved one to an assisted living community
It can be difficult to gauge the level of care a loved one needs, especially if the changes are gradual or if you assist them with their day to day activities.
If you or your loved one are experiencing any of these signs, an assisted living community might be a good option.
Having difficulty performing essential tasks
Consider an assisted living community if you or a loved one are having difficulty keeping up with hygiene, maintenance, or daily tasks.
Lack of hygiene and grooming
You may notice that self-care skills are declining, as well as bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing abilities. When your loved one cannot perform these necessary tasks, their health and well-being will be affected. If your loved one is becoming untidy, an assisted living facility can provide them with personal care.
Home maintenance
If your loved one’s home is becoming less clean, it may be a sign that they are struggling with maintenance. If your loved one’s house is unkempt, it may indicate that they are struggling with daily activities, either because household chores or maintenance have become too much, or because their health is deteriorating. By embracing assisted living, they can enjoy a maintenance-free life, removing the burden of having to perform their own tasks.
Safety concerns
Your main concern is likely the safety of your loved one. If this is the case, their living space should be assessed for potential hazards and risk factors. It may be necessary to receive home care or to move into assisted living.
Accidents
Is there a chance that your loved one could fall? Is there an increase in the number of falls or close calls? This may be a cause for concern and a reason to consider changing your loved one’s living arrangements. An emergency call line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in assisted living communities, and staff are trained to monitor your loved one.
Feelings of isolation
Depressive disorders and aging are closely related to a person’s well-being, both physically and emotionally. Think about the burden your family member may be carrying if they live alone, don’t have the opportunity to see their friends and family, suffer from chronic illness or have lost friends and family. There are many activities, events, and social opportunities your loved one can participate in in assisted living communities.
Forgetting to take medication
It can be extremely stressful and dangerous for a loved one to forget to take medication. When a family member doesn’t receive the care they need, or accidentally takes too much medication, their health can deteriorate. Professional caregivers manage each resident’s medications in an assisted living community.
Magnolia Place by Fields Senior Living
As an assisted living community, Magnolia Place by Fields Senior Living promotes choice, dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality for residents. We provide life-enriching programs and an engaging lifestyle so that residents can remain independent as long as possible.
Contact Magnolia Place today to learn more about our Assisted Living and Memory Care community.