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helping families cope with assisted living transitions

Have you been considering moving a loved one into an assisted living facility? Do you have concerns about how your loved one will cope with the change? I went through this with both of my parents as well as my husband's mother, so I have learned the right and wrong ways to make such a big change. I created my blog with the hopes of helping other families going through the transition. The content you will find on my blog will help you learn how to talk with your loved one about the change and how to choose the facility that will make your loved one comfortable and happy for the rest of their lives.

Alzheimer's Doesn't Have To Shut Down Communication: 5 Tools To Help You Communicate With Your Loved One

Posted on June 17, 2015

Alzheimer's takes its toll on the family. If you have a loved one with Alzheimer's, you may feel like you're trying to communicate with a stranger. Don't give up hope. It's important to remember that there will be good and bad days when it comes to communicating with your loved one. It's also important to know that there are ways for you to improve your communication. Here are just a few tools you can use that can help you get through to your loved one with Alzheimer's. [Read More]

4 Tips For Making An Assisted Living Facility More Comfortable For Your Loved One

Posted on June 15, 2015

Putting your loved one in an assisted living facility can be a wrenching decision, because you are moving him or her out of an area where he or she is the most comfortable. However, there are ways to make their new room or apartment comfortable as well. Follow these four tips for making a senior living facility more comfortable and enjoyable for your loved one. 1. Only Bring Favorite Items [Read More]

Finding A Nursing Home – The Importance Of Regular Activities

Posted on June 5, 2015

When family members begin looking for a nursing home for their loved one, they often narrow down their choices by location, the cost of care, and the nursing home staff. While these factors are all important, many families forget to check into the activities offered by facility. Residents of all physical abilities need to be involved in regular activities that offer mental stimulation, physical activity if possible, and social interaction. [Read More]

How To Know If Your Elderly Loved One Needs Assisted Living

Posted on June 4, 2015

Deciding whether your loved one is in need of an assisted living environment can be a tough thing. However, you can make it a little easier for yourself by making sure that you are reviewing the following points. Needs Help With Medication Reminders   If you are starting to find that someone in your family needs consistent help remembering his or her medication schedule, it might be time to look into an assisted living facility. [Read More]