ATL develops and operates assisted and independent living senior retirement communities with dementia care in Vancouver BC Canada.
Is it the right time?
Have you been increasingly concerned for the well-being of your elderly loved one? We have prepared a quick questionnaire to help you!
For many adults who find themselves placing tremendous efforts in caring for an elderly loved one, the question if it is the right time to consider a move to a retirement residence may have arose.
With the growing senior living industry in Canada, the selection for senior housing is endless. When it comes to formulating a decision, it is important that everyone involved participates in the research process and understands all options available.
To ensure that the correct choice is made, it’s imperative to consider and acknowledge all warning signs that your loved one may show to indicate that a move is necessary or is a possibility in the foreseeable future.
Is it the right time?
1) Do you often worry about your loved one when he or she is home alone?
2) Have you been putting extra efforts in taking care of your loved one?
3) Is your loved one experiencing decreased confidence while driving, loss of license and/or difficulty in finding transportation for appointments?
4) Has your loved one recently become forgetful? Have they been neglecting household chores and/or bills?
5) Would living in a senior living community that provided assistance in daily chores, such as laundry and housekeeping, reduce the stress on you and your loved one?
6) Do you believe your loved one would benefit from enhanced social interactions with others?
7) How much physical activity does your loved one have access to and actively participate in?
8) Would you feel a peace of mind in knowing that your loved one is receiving daily supervision?
9) Has a medical professional recommended that a senior living option may be beneficial for your loved one?
10) Is your loved one unable to take their medications correctly and on time?
From your responses, it appears that your loved one is doing just fine on their own!
With the physical constraints that comes with aging, your loved one may find it beneficial in considering an independent retirement living option. When moving to an independent living facility, your loved one will be able to lead a lifestyle free from daily chores and home maintenance.
It may also ease your mind even more by knowing that your loved one is in a secure facility and well-taken care of 24 hours of the day!
At the moment, it seems that your loved one is handling living alone quite well.
However, from your responses it is evident that you feel that he or she may require additional support in day-to-day tasks in the near future.
It may be time to begin thinking of a retirement living option and a great way to start is to have a chat with your loved one on the topic!
By thinking and planning ahead, you will be able to investigate all available retirement living options and find the perfect community that is more suitable for your loved one’s needs in the future!
It is the right time to start thinking and planning for a retirement living community for your loved one.
According to your responses, your loved one seems to be experiencing difficulties in some daily living activities and it may be time for you consider a move to a senior living community.
When it comes to aging, many elderly adults come across many physical challenges and may find these obstacles difficult to overcome on their own. A transition to a senior living facility may be beneficial for your loved one as he or she will be able to find and have access to the assistance they need. Not only will the move alleviate some stress on your loved one, but on your end as well!
To find the best suitable community for your loved one, plan for a tour and/or contact us for more information!
