07. Finding the Perfect Place: Tips and Strategies for Senior Housing Placement

Elizabeth, Jennifer and Cindy from Parents Changing Spaces, a Senior Living referral and placement service, join us in this week’s episode of How to Help Mom Podcast. They help individuals and families find various senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and more. They prioritize the needs of the family and individuals rather than just financial considerations. They will share some tips and strategies for senior housing placement. The discussion also touches signs that indicate the need for senior living placement and the importance of advanced planning. The discussion covers how to prepare for long-term care, the common emotions that the families need to prepare for, and the role of technology in senior living and how it is evolving. Overall, this episode aims to provide guidance and support to families during the decision-making process for senior living arrangements.

 

“A big thing is grief, you're proving that your mom or dad or other loved one might not be you know, the same person that you have always known whether that's physically or you have memory issues Alzheimer's and dementia. It kind of like we said, this sticker shock, I don't know if that's really devotion, but you know, thinking about those things, it's a really overwhelming situation. I think grief is kind of the big one.” - Elizabeth

 

Hear more about:

 

• All types of senior living, including independent senior apartments, independent living services, assisted living, memory care, residential care homes, group homes, and nursing homes.

• Crisis situations when individuals or their loved ones experience falls, hospitalizations, or sudden changes in their health conditions.

• Many families tend to procrastinate and make decisions in a crisis. Having conversations about future plans and care preferences can be helpful in such situations.

• How to deal with seniors who don't love you anymore. The fear of the unknown, isolation and isolation and the importance of social stimulation.

• Memory Care refers to an approach to care specifically designed for individuals with memory issues, such as Alzheimer's or dementia. It may involve a secure building or specialized care within a senior living community.

• Technology is playing an increasing role in senior living, including fall prevention technologies, remote monitoring, pill dispensers, communication devices like Alexa, and more.

• Parents Changing Spaces assists families by understanding their care needs, geographical preferences, and financial situation, and then creating a list of suitable senior living options. They offer tours, resources, and support throughout the decision-making process.

 

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