Whether we are talking about you, a spouse or a parent, it’s not always crystal clear if it is time to consider a move to an assisted living facility.
One of the key considerations is whether you, your spouse or parent needs more personal care than is available at home or in an independent living community.
Safety is a huge consideration. For example, have there been any recent falls or balance issues? What about leaving the stovetop on or any other signs of forgetfulness? If you or your loved one has fallen or left the stovetop on more than once, it might be time for assisted living accommodations.
Some additional safety considerations include whether you or your loved one is:
- Still able to drive.
- Prone to wander.
- Struggling with eyesight.
The answers to these questions should be part of your decision-making process. Other issues/questions to consider include:
Dietary issues. Is the elderly person losing weight, or unable to get to the grocery store or cook for themselves?
Housekeeping. Does the home look less tidy and more cluttered than usual? Is unopened mail accumulating? Are the dishes getting washed?
Hygiene. Are you or your loved one wearing the same clothes day after day or struggling with personal bathing or toileting?
Social. This is a consideration that is often overlooked. Are you or your loved one alone more often than not, not calling or seeing friends frequently, or no longer attending church or other regular social activities?
Assisted living facilities, such as Country Home Assisted Living in Parker, Colorado, help with all of these issues. At Country Home, you or your loved one will be taken care of in a warm, caring environment where health, social and safety issues are a top priority.
If your answers to these questions indicate a move to assisted living might be coming soon, you should start visiting some assisted living facilities in your area. At Country Home, we welcome visits from families. You just need to make an appointment by calling 303.840.1986.