Senior Housing Options: Considerations for Assisted Living

It’s important to be realistic about what Assisted Living provides – these are some aspects to consider:

• A move to Assisted Living for someone who has been struggling with navigating living in their single-family home or condo can be transformative. 
• Assisted Living support is intermittent, not one-on-one. Assisted Living provides specific support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, toileting, personal hygiene, transferring/moving, and eating., and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) such as medication management, meals, and housekeeping. 
• If health or condition changes, and a resident needs more assistance, consideration of a move to a higher level of care will likely be necessary to ensure safety.
• Comforting to know that trained, skilled staff provide support and oversight.

If you’re not sure where to start, and you live in the greater Seattle-Bellevue area, CLICK HERE to schedule a FREE get-acquainted call today!

Live outside the area? You can find an Aging Life Care Expert near you by visiting the Aging Life Care Association.

Additional Reading

• Signs an Older Person You Care About May Need Help (Aging Wisdom article)
• Supportive and insightful podcasts for family caregivers (Aging Wisdom article)
• When is It Time to Move? (Aging Wisdom article) 

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