How to Tell It’s Time for an Assisted Living Solution
/Retirement is a liberating time in a person’s life. It allows them to pursue life’s pleasures however they see fit, whether that is through travel, learning new skills, pursuing their favorite hobbies, relaxing or any combination thereof. Despite this wonderful opportunity for freedom, many aging people reach a point at which they cannot continue enjoying the best possible quality of life without some degree of external support. For some, this may come from a spouse or child working as a family caregiver; however, for many, this is not a viable option. Oftentimes, as much as family members would like to support their aging loved one, they may not have all the training, necessary skills, or even the time to act as their caregiver. Fortunately, these families can depend on assisted living.
Challenges with Daily Tasks
One of the hallmarks of assisted living is its ability to assist residents with the activities of daily living, which include grooming, eating, bathing, dressing, or taking medication. If your loved one has been experiencing challenges like these, they are likely experiencing a diminished quality of life. They may not tell you outright if they are experiencing these challenges, so here are a few things on which to keep an eye:
· Wearing the same clothes multiple days in a row
· Unwashed hair or other signs of poor hygiene
· Unhealthy weight loss
· Mobility challenges like using the stairs in their home
Assisted living communities are staffed by trained and licensed aides to whom helping in these areas is second nature. This means that your loved one will receive the support they need whenever they need it with dignity and discretion so that they may continue getting the most out of every day.
Difficulty with Home Maintenance
If you visit your loved one’s home and notice that it is falling into disrepair or otherwise becoming poorly maintained, they may benefit from an assisted living solution. Homeownership is challenging for anyone at any age, and it becomes even more so when aging begins to affect mobility, physical capability and energy. Declining home upkeep is not only a sign of difficulty living alone, but it can also present health hazards. A move to an assisted living community would remove these burdens for them while providing them more time and energy to pursue their passions and interests – something that everyone in their retirement years deserves.
If you would like to learn more about an assisted living option with senior community apartments in Freeport, IL, call WinnPrairie today at 815-656-4800 or contact us online.
