Most people move in these facilities move from a private apartment or home. Some have experienced a health incident that has sent them to the hospital and Rehab. but others just make the move for increased socialization and increasing need for assistance in their activities of daily living. In most cases the transition to an assisted living facility often means they must downsize their belongings and the stress associated with this change can cause quite a bit of stress. The good news is, here are a few tips you can use to help make the transition to assisted living in Peoria, AZ or elsewhere throughout the state as there is ample assisted living in Arizona.
Plan Ahead
You may need to help your loved one who is moving into assisted living in Peoria, AZ make plans ahead of time. Make sure you have the floor plan for their new living space, which includes wall measurements. This way you will know what to expect, how much furniture to bring and where they will put their furniture and other items. It will make the move into the location easier and less stressful.
Think Small
In most cases, moving into an assisted living facility means that your elderly loved one may not be able to bring all their belongings with them so bring the important things. Make sure they are prepared for this by “thinking small,” don't clutter the apartment as this may cause a tripping hazard. Help them figure out what is absolutely necessary, as the other items should be stored or put elsewhere.
Pack a Box for the Initial Nights
Help your loved one pack everything they will need for their first few day's in their new home. Make sure the container isn’t too heavy for them to move around on their own such as a carry-on bag on wheels. Some of the items to include in this box are any medications, daily hygiene products, glasses, hearing aids, comfort items such as crossword puzzles, books, etc., the TV remote and anything else they may want or need. Depending on the situation they may need their daily medications which have been ordered by the doctor or the medications may be administred by the community staff so check with your doctor and individual community on their policy for drug administration. Keep in mind in Assisted living in Arizona even over the counter medications like Asprin and Antacids need an order from the doctor so don't forget to include these when you visit the doctor..
When you take the time to use the tips found here, you will make the transition into assisted living in Glendale, AZ much easier on you and your loved one.
Visit the A Caring Hand for Mom (and Dad) website to learn more and obtain assistance in your search for assisted living and about preparing for a move to assisted living. Call us today at 800-881-7706
