As a person ages, their ability to live on their own and take care of themselves may diminish. When this happens, it may mean that you have to step in and convince them that it is time to move into assisted living in Scottsdale. While this is a huge decision and one that most people don’t take lightly, it is one that has to be made for the good of everyone involved.
While seniors are adults, they may still need help to cope with this move. This is especially true if your senior loved one has lived through many transitions in their life. The good news is, there are some tips and information that can help you, and the rest of your family, to help your senior loved one cope with a move into Scottsdale assisted living.
Be Available to Talk
The move to assisted living is a big change and as a result, your elderly loved one may want to talk about it. In many cases, the move to a senior living facility is one that will occur over a period of time, rather than all at once. This will make it easier for your senior loved one to cope and accept the change. It will also give you the opportunity to discuss any apprehension they may have about the move and to put their mind at ease. In some cases because of a change in your loved ones condition the move may happens quickly, in those cases it is important to remain positive and to encourage your loved one to do the best they can and get regain as much independence as they are able to because there is always the possibility if there condition allows that they can become independent again.
Validate the Concerns Your Senior Loved One Has
Even in good circumstances, when everyone agrees that the move is for the best, your senior loved one may still have concerns and questions. Don’t try to downplay their fears by offering blind reassurance that everything is going to be as it was before. Let them know that they can receive the care they need 24 hours a day and most assisted living communities are on a month to month basis so if there condition improves to the point that they become independent again and are safe to live alone that may become a possibility once again. Make sure you are honest about the transition, but that you will work on any issues together and ensure they are comfortable at the Scottsdale assisted living facilities selected.
Involve Your Whole Family
Another fear that many older people have is that they will be cut off from everything that is important to them. This includes their family, but also their friends, neighbors and former community. The more people you can get involved that will encourage them with their move to assisted living in Scottsdale, AZ the more their mind will be eased that they will not be alone after making this move.
If you have a loved one who may need to move to assisted living, taking the time to use the tips here will help to make the transition a smooth one. By taking the time to help them understand the changes they are facing, you can help them cope with the change and avoid any issues that may otherwise arise.
More information about assisted living can be found by visiting the A Caring Hand for Mom (and Dad) website. Our agency is staffed by licensed healthcare professionals not sales and marketing associates that are familiar with assisted living options throughout Scottsdale Arizona and the surrounding areas so call us today at 123-456-6789 and we will be happy to help you.