Assisted Living

Assisted living is one of the fastest-growing options for long-term senior care. Residents in assisted living communities often enjoy spacious apartments with the comforts of home, all while receiving the right level of care to meet their ongoing health needs. Assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing or managing medications allows these residents to enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

As a caregiver, starting the conversation about moving an aging loved one to an assisted living community can present certain challenges. This is especially true when our loved ones have been living in the same home for many, many years with no intention of leaving despite their decline in health. However, family caregivers often find themselves overwhelmed by their caregiving responsibilities, and may not even be qualified to provide the sufficient level of care needed.

While it’s important to keep our loved ones’ desires in mind and give them a voice in the decisions made about their future, there are a few telltale signs that moving to assisted living would be a wise decision for their overall health and wellness.

Read on and find out the signs Trail Ridge Senior Living thinks we should know.

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by Kerri DeGraff