Assisted living

As we age, it’s a given that our health and ability to function will decrease. This means we may find ourselves (or our loved ones) looking at assisted living facilities to help. These facilities exist for a reason – it becomes more difficult to do normal activities of daily living. The key is to get these normal activities taken care of so that we don’t start suffering a loss in the quality of life we have. That’s where assisted living facilities come into the picture.

Don't let the hidden costs of assisted living come as a surprise. Our list will prepare you for what's in store.

"Here is a pretty comprehensive list, but bear in mind, you are going to want to find most of these out through observation."

Navigating the process of moving your parents into assisted living isn't easy, but these tips and strategies can help.

We've compiled a list of guiding tips for transitioning your loved one to assisted living—from preparing for the move to getting settled in.

Whether we like it or not, we’re all getting older. In fact, according to the U.S. census, the country as a whole is getting older, and the population of adults over the age of 85 is estimated to triple in the next 20-30 years. So it’s not surprising that there are close to one million people residing in assisted living facilities in this country—a number sure to grow rapidly as the country continues to gray up.

"Oftentimes moving into assisted living can be very difficult. It’s a new and now needed way of living. In order to help your loved one feel at home, and also relaxed about the new environment, we would recommend helping them decorate. Decorating is not often thought of when thinking “How can I make them feel more comfortable here?” However, decorating an elderly loved one’s new assisted living room can help make their space feel like home..."

very day should be meaningful, different and have purpose. Ambleside Day Care offers residents exactly that – freedom from the risk of loneliness and isolation, and the opportunity to enjoy companionship and stimulating activities in a safe and friendly environment.

Learn more about how to decorate your new assisted living home and why decorating that new home can be so crucial to a successful transition.