Talking to senior parents or family members about downsizing their living space and moving into senior living facilities or assisted living facilities can be difficult. These older adults are used to making decisions on their own, and they may not feel that they are ready to move. But there are many important reasons that seniors may need to consider moving into a facility with other seniors, or where they can find certain levels of care. Here are four signs it is time to look into senior living facilities or assisted living facilities for the seniors in your life.
Safety Hazards
There are many hazards a home may have that you won’t notice until your senior parent or family member begins to have trouble navigating them. Narrow hallways, steep staircases, and overstuffed rooms can all be safety hazards as someone grows older. If the senior’s current home is too dangerous for them to live in, it is time to talk with them about moving somewhere safer.
Medication Organization
Not all seniors need to rely on daily medications to stay healthy, but many of them do. And keeping all of the pills and ointments and tinctures they need on a daily basis organized can be difficult. Assisted living facilities can help make sure they stay properly medicated on a regular basis.
Behind on Home Tasks
Keeping up with cleaning a home can be difficult as a person gets older. If they have trouble walking, bending, pushing, reaching, or lifting items, they will have issues doing daily house maintenance tasks. Assisted living homes can provide cleaning services for residents. And many senior facilities include smaller apartments that are built for ease of movement and cleaning.
Limited Income
Not everyone is able to live off a healthy retirement account once they stop working. Selling their home and moving into a senior facility where the utility bills are included can help with financial strain. And being able to sell a home so that money is available to live on can also help. Contact The Chelsea At Fanwood, 295 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ 07023, (908) 654-5200.
