When it’s time for you or your loved one to move to an assisted living community, choosing the right place can be overwhelming. There are likely many communities in your area…but how do you know which one is right for you?
To assist you as you explore your options, consider the following three tips.
3 Tips for Finding the Perfect Assisted Living Community for Your Lifestyle
1. Schedule a tour.
A community tour offers the perfect chance to not only explore the amenities and apartment homes but also to get a true feel for the environment. Is it welcoming and vibrant? How do residents interact with one another? How do team members engage with residents? What activities are taking place? How’s the food? These are important details that can only be fully appreciated through firsthand experience.
2. Have Questions?
There is no question too small or too strange when it comes to deciding if an assisted living community is right for you or your loved one—you’re investing in a future home, after all!
Here are a few of the questions we hear the most often:
- How will you be able to accommodate me/my loved one’s specific needs?
- What kinds of activities, community events, and therapies do you offer?
- What training does your staff receive?
- What sort of transportation services are available?
- How will my/my loved one’s needs and health updates be communicated to members of the care team and to my family?
Online reviews and even word-of-mouth referrals can provide helpful insights as well. Do your best to keep an open mind as you look around, and when in doubt—ask more questions!
3. Consider the area.
Ask yourself and/or your loved one: how important is location? Do you want to live close to other family members? Many people like knowing their new home is close to the neighborhood they’re familiar with. For others, a move to an assisted living community is a great opportunity for adventure and a chance to explore a new place. It’s really a matter of personal preference, but an important question to consider.