Senior Living

As our parents grow older, we are often confronted with challenging decisions regarding their care and well-being. One such decision is moving them into assisted living, a choice that many of us struggle with as we try to balance their independence with the need for additional support.

How to prepare parents for the process:

Expect that this is going to be emotional:

Understand that it will indeed be an emotional conversation. Processing your own feelings before talking with your loved one will help you stay focused, grounded, and empathic when you actually have the conversation.

Be Respectful:

Give them some space and grace to adjust to this idea of moving. Don’t label or call names, like “you’re demented, you have to move,” or “you’re so stubborn and rigid.” This will push them away and make them lose trust in you. Use respectful language, even when you're frustrated.

Keep your parents involved in the decision:

The more you're able to include your aging parent in this decision, the better. This will set your loved one up for success in adjusting to the new living environment.

List of pros and cons of the various living options:

Is your loved one on the fence? A list of the pros and cons of moving versus staying put may provide clarity and put things in perspective financially, practically, and emotionally.

Give your loved one and yourself space to adjust:

This move is a big emotional and practical change, and it's hard on even the healthiest of families. So, be patient with yourself and your aging loved one.

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