Adult children are often involved in helping their parents make decisions about care needs. We are often asked the question, “How can I talk to Mom about moving to an assisted living?” Starting the conversation early is so important. Many are fearful that these conversations will be uncomfortable even hostile.…
There are a variety of Assisted Living and Memory Care housing options available to Seniors in the Kansas City area. There are differences in the monthly charges and how additional fees are managed. Two of these stand out as the most common types. The first is a community where residents…
Different needs may require different physical layouts in community living. I recently had a conversation with an 87-year-old gentleman, we’ll call Joe, who needs to move out of his life long home. This fellow described himself as single, very active and generally in good health. He takes care of himself,…
When the adult children of Seniors begin to worry about their parents living at home, it is time to do some investigation. It may be possible that there is really nothing to be concerned about but on the other hand there are some tell-tale signs that it’s time to think…
The following list of questions can be used when touring Assisted Living or Memory Care facilities. Notes should be taken to eliminate confusion after visiting more than one community. Your own observations Listen to your own intuition. Not only may you see or hear things that are obvious, but you…
What will you do if the hospital physician says your loved one can’t return home alone? Oftentimes a Senior may be doing well at home taking care of their own needs. Then suddenly there is a fall that results in a broken bone or an illness that takes them to…
Taking a number of Assisted Living and Memory Care family tours in Kansas City facilities will give a balanced understanding of the differences and similarities between communities. Time should be allowed to give each community the opportunity to explain their philosophy and show their property. Some shoppers feel they have…
When shopping for the best Assisted Living or Memory Care in the Kansas City area it is important to watch for red flags or areas of concern. With appropriate questions and inquiry, the issues of concern may be resolved or could be a negative indicator. The following areas need a…
Around the clock care for Seniors is expensive for sure. It is really not something that any of us want to pay for. Hopefully, you’ve saved for your retirement years but those funds can be eaten up quickly with the cost of assisted living when long term care is needed…
We see families working together as a team and we also see families in serious conflict over what is best for their parents. With that in mind, here are some helpful tips for assisted living decisions. It never fails. A family unit is united in a decision until one member…