With rapid medical advancements, many people are generally living longer and healthier lives. But at a certain age, living alone for seniors is not a good option due to safety concerns. Many families find it a taboo topic to discuss or they feel sad about their aging loved one leaving the home, so naturally they shun away from talking about it.
If you are a caregiver for an aging loved one or worried about them living alone, here are some signs your loved one would need assisted living.
Forgetting Medication
While it’s normal for everyone to forget about their medication once in a while, it’s a serious issue if your loved one is doing it regularly. Keeping up with the medicine regiment is crucial in keeping the health conditions under control. The failure to keep up with medications can be very detrimental to your loved one’s health, so it’s a strong reason to start considering assisted living or memory care.
Chronic Health Conditions
Existing chronic health issues will only continue to get worse with age. They may also cause the weakening of the immune system, resulting in greater incidences of illnesses. If your loved one requires round-the-clock care for their chronic illnesses, it’s definitely time to start the discussion about assisted living.
Isolation and Depression
As our loved ones grow older, their physical activity level decreases so they leave the house and venture out less. Over time, this can cause feelings of loneliness and isolation, which often leads to depression. If your loved one is displaying any symptoms of depression, it’s recommended to start the discussion on making the move to a retirement community.
Struggle to Handle Daily Living Activities
With age and certain health conditions, even the simplest tasks can prove to be challenging. If your loved one has difficulties doing daily living tasks like cooking, housework, personal grooming or driving, it may be time for a change.
Caregiver Stress
Caring for an aging loved one can be extremely challenging. Most caregivers are family members that do so with good intentions and love, but the majority of them aren’t fully prepared or well-equipped to tackle the various challenges physically and mentally. It’s not a shame to admit that your best effort isn’t enough, but it’s simply time for a new process.
Suffering from Recent Falls
Falling and having mobility issues is a serious problem for many seniors living alone. If your loved one has recently fallen or you have concerns that they might be unable to call for assistance, it could be time to look for assisted living where they can be monitored.
Join Morada Waxahachie’s Assisted Living
Here at Morada Waxahachie, we have created a wonderful retirement community specifically geared towards senior assisted living, with a small-town atmosphere and real Texan traditions. We offer a combination of health and wellness programs, engaging social activities, and great amenities to provide our residents with a healthy and active lifestyle after retirement. Do contact us today for more information about our program!
