They say being a parent is like watching your heart walk around on the outside. But this sentiment also rings true when it comes to watching your parents age.
It’s a rite of passage in adulthood—they once worried about you, but you now worry about them. You know they need more help and assistance, but you wrestle with guilt and apprehension about broaching the topic of assisted living with them.
You only want what’s best for them—but what if they don’t see it that way? It’s not easy overseeing major lifestyle decisions for someone you love.
Make no mistake—transitioning a loved one into Assisted Living is an act of selfless love.
Many people delay this decision as long as possible, hoping things might change or improve, dreading discussing transitioning into assisted living with their loved one in need.
But the truth is, it’s much better to transition your loved one into a community before it’s absolutely necessary.
This is because older adults’ health status can change quickly, and options narrow significantly after these events occur. Assisted living may not be an option if you wait until after a significant health event occurs.
We want to help you be proactive and address the opportunity while you have options. We have guided countless families through this process and we would love to help you, too.
Most folks who transition into assisted living from home report their overall quality of life actually improves!
There are many compelling reasons why:
So, instead of focusing on what your loved one might lose if they enter assisted living—think of everything they’ll gain.
Imagine your loved one receiving expert help and support, any time they need it—whether it’s help with taking their medicine, help with safely bathing or dressing, or even a ride to the doctor’s or shopping.
And, when you come to visit, you can have real, quality time together, instead of worrying about and coordinating their care.
In short—Assisted Living has much to offer both you and your loved one in need.
When your loved one becomes a resident at one of our wonderful Thrive Assisted Living communities, you’re giving them the chance to embrace a life of renewed energy, independence and purpose.
Connect with our expert senior living advisors. We’d be delighted to help you find the perfect senior living community for yourself or your loved one and answer any of your questions.
