Transitioning Aging Parents to Assisted Living
By: Terry Hubbard, President of Avendelle Assisted Living
There are few things in life that are certain. One thing we can safely depend on as adult children is that our elderly parents may eventually need to move into an assisted living home. This time can be confusing and emotionally trying, so each step needs to be handled with the utmost care. The very first step in the process is to determine the when behind this crucial decision.
How do you recognize the signs of an aging parent needing to move into a monitored living situation? Of course, health concerns are a top indicator. A senior who is struggling with health problems, mobility, or other issues will benefit from the safety of a senior living environment. One facility, Avendelle Assisted Living, recommends moving an elderly parent to monitored care when things such as missed doctor appointments, difficulty keeping the home clean, or sudden onset of poor dietary habits begin. Even with these small changes, more can start to happen. Avendelle ensures the capacity to fully care for seniors by providing a staff who are “always paying attention so that no change in mood, health, or sleep goes unnoticed.”
This time is confusing for everyone involved. Keeping aging parents safe is the number one priority and assisted living facilities meet this need. When seeking out help with senior care, facilities like Avendelle provide an atmosphere that feels like home instead of a stale institution. Aging parents are facing the harsh reality of losing some of their independence, but with places like Avendelle, it doesn’t have to feel that way. Decorating their home, keeping their normal schedule, and helping with everyday tasks all while having around-the-clock care within the home is the ideal situation to make the entire transition easier for everyone involved.
Avendelle Assisted Living is a premier assisted living home provider in the United States. They currently have locations in Texas and North Carolina and are continuing to expand through franchise opportunities. They offer a respect for seniors and strive to give each resident top-quality, all-inclusive care. For more information on Avendelle Assisted Living senior homes, please visit their website at https://www.avendelle.com
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
