Looking for an assisted living facility that specializes in memory carePosted by Mandy Quinn on December 10th, 2020 Understanding the services offered will help make your decision easier. There are many factors to consider when families are trying to understand what services will be provided for their loved ones when they move into a memory care facility. Will they be safe? Will they be fed enough? What about medications? In many cases, families have been the primary providers for their family members living with a memory disorder. Providing daily care is often emotionally, physicallyand mentally draining on everyone involved. If your family has chosen to seek a higher level of care for your loved one, you must first understand what services will be provided. Knowing the care that will be provided will give everyone peace of mind. What are the differences between a “skilled nursing” versus an “assisted living” environment?
Knowing what is offered at each facility gives you confidence in knowing that you’ve made the best decision for your loved one.The management staff at any assisted living or skilled nursing facility can evaluate your loved one to help determine the best setting for their needs. Remember that the most important factor is that your loved one living with a memory disorder is treatedasthe top priority. Having that peace of mind for everyone is the final goal. About Author The Cottages have been operating in Texas since 1997 and are family-owned and operated by The Cottages Senior Living. The Cottages are state-of-the-art certified assisted living residences for people living with Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders. Like it? Share it!More by this author |