Signs that your loved one may be needing assisted living
It isn’t always easy to know when it is time for an elderly parent or loved one to make the move into an assisted living situation. There are so many factors to consider in making this decision. And it can be even harder when you are making that decision for someone else who might not be able to see the signs for themselves, and may not feel ready for that big change. There are some indicators that can be observed, that will give you some clues about when it could be time to start looking for a better living option for your parent or loved one. 
If you see any of these signs, it’s time to start the conversation about moving into an adult family home.
- Your loved one wears the same clothes over and over or is neglecting their personal hygiene. This can signal that they are having trouble with bathing and laundry tasks.
- Their refrigerator is empty or is full of spoiled food. Or your loved one is losing weight. These can be signs that shopping and/or cooking is becoming too difficult.
- Their house or yard is not clean or kept up.
- You frequently observe bruises. These can be evidence of falls, balance and mobility issues.
- Your loved one forgets things like appointments and when to take their medication.
- They may seem depressed. This may be because they are alone too much and feel isolated.
- Strange or inappropriate behavior can be another sign that your loved one needs not only additional support, but may also need to see their doctor.
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