Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living

The decision to help an aging loved one move out of their home is a complex one. Here are a few key signs to note when assessing the situation.

Bigger Picture

• Recent accidents such as a fall or a medical scare • Chronic health issues • Difficulty in managing activities such as: cooking, bathing and dressing

Physical Changes

• Noticeable changes in appearance such as weight loss or gain • Unkempt appearance or body odor

Social Interaction

• A cutback on activities both in and out of the house • Days spent without leaving the house

Financial

• Unopened bills • Newly purchased items still in boxes

Around-the-house

• Cluttered rooms • Filthy bathroom and kitchen • Signs of much-needed home repairs • House plants dying or dead • Stacked dirty dishes • Expired or lack of food in the pantry and refrigerator • Broken appliances

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