Is Your Loved One Ready to Move to an Assisted Living Facility?

When you make the decision to move your aging loved one to assisted living facilities in Peoria, AZ, you may think that you have everything under control. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize what they forgot, until move in day. To avoid this, make sure your aging parent or loved one is ready for the move by using the information found here.

The Basics

You need to bring along all the “basics” when moving to an assisted living facility in Peoria, AZ. This includes personal hygiene products, assistive devices and any medications that match your current doctor’s orders as even OTC medications need to have been ordered by your doctor in assisted living. Make sure to also pack the clothes your loved one needs, including undergarments and socks, as well as shoes, items to do their hair, hats and other day to day wear items.

The Extras

Once you have all the basics accounted for, it is time to get a few extra items. Some of the items that are considered extras include books, puzzles, pictures and other items that will make the assisted living facilities in Peoria, AZ feel more like home. Keep in mind, each person is different and you should take this into account. If your loved one has a special quilt or hat they want to take along, make sure they can. Keep in mind, depending on the size of the apartment or room you may have chosen, furniture needs may be limited based on the configuration of the apartment or room. Try not to take too much furniture as a cluttered apartment can be more hazardous than helpful.

When you use the tips and information here, you will be able to ensure your elderly loved one is ready to move into an assisted living facility. If you don’t take your time to do this, you may find you have to go back and forth quite a bit on move in day.

Learn more about assisted living by visiting the A Caring Hand for Mom (and Dad) website and check out the many resources on the site. We have articles on making ”A Happy Transition” as well as our “check list” which will help you prepare both emotionally and physically for your move.