How Seniors can Successfully Transition to Assisted Living

Posted by Mandy Quinn on December 8th, 2019

Here in Texas, when an older adult is transitioning to a memory care assisted living facility, it can be stressful, and they may be reluctant to make the change. Once they move in and get settled, most adults report they wish they’d moved sooner. Residents of memory care homes in Texas can physically see the improvements in their daily quality of life from nutrition and opportunities to socialize, to support with personal care, safety, and no more worries over home repairs and maintenance.

Why do some adults delay moving when there are so many benefits?

When asked about delaying a move to a memory care assisted living home, older adults have many different reasons. Many cite concerns over the loss of privacy, fears about change, and several other reasons. Regardless of the concerns, for most, the delay is preventing them from living life to its fullest potential during their retirement.

Motivation after a hospital stay

Sometimes residents come to The Cottages after a hospital stay. The Cottages provides a nurturing and secure environment to assist with a stronger recovery by providing the support, motivation through activities, with the ultimate goal of having the resident make a full recovery and return to enjoying their life.

Preventing senior isolation

For some older adults, living alone puts them at risk for isolation, which has proven to increase health risks like depression, diabetes, and heart disease. For some adults who are reluctant to move, a short-term stay at The Cottages is the perfect solution. Either as a day visitor, or staying for a few days to a few weeks, this option can be great for older adults who are reluctant to make a permanent move.

For any older adult who may want or need to transition to a memory care home, exploring all the memory care options in the area and making sure that the chosen community meets the senior’s medical and physical needs, as well as their interests and personality, is crucial to having a successful transition. Keeping the older adult engaged in the process and actively participating in the planning stages will build their confidence and trust in the changes to come.

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.

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