To help your loved one come to terms with the upcoming change and convince them that assisted living is the right choice for them and the whole family, we’re highlighting some of the major benefits and advantages of moving to an assisted living community.

1. THE BENEFITS OF ASSISTED LIVING
WHY ASSISTED LIVING IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE

2. DELICIOUS HOME-STYLE MEALS
Nutritious, home-style meals and
snacks.
Residents can enjoy meal plans
designed and tailored to their
individual and changing health
needs.

3. INDIVIDUALIZED CARE PLANS
Individualized care plans that
make sure daily living needs are
continuously being met.
Help managing daily living needs
and requirements so residents
can continue to function
independently and happy.

4. A SENSE OF COMMUNITY
Scheduled events to facilitate
communication and make friends
with other residents with similar
interests.
The opportunity to socialize with
other residents and participate in
social events in a community
setting

5. PRIVACY AND PERSONALIZED LIVING SPACES
Private personalized living spaces
designed to give residents the
privacy and dignity to live the
way they want.

6. ROUTINE HOUSEKEEPING AND TRANSPORTATION
Help managing housekeeping
responsibilities and
transportation to appointments,
when seniors and their families
can no longer handle them

7. FITNESS, ACTIVITIES, AND GAMES
Encouraging residents to become
more active through physical
fitness activities, fun games and a
personal escort service to get
there safely.

8. DESIGNED FOR COMFORT AND SAFETY
Spaces designed with comfort
and safety in mind.
The ability to function in a safe
living environment with expert
care on hand if needed.

9. AROUND THE CLOCK SUPERVISION
24/7 care and a trained staff
prepared to deal with safety
issues as they come up.

10. INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
Peace of mind that your loved
one will be cared for in the years
to come and as their needs
change with age.

11. SPOTTING THE SIGNS ITS TIME FOR ASSISTED LIVING
 Recent accidents or close calls
 Slower recovery or declining health condition
 Concerned over eating habits or can’t deal with dietary needs
 No longer handle household appliances safely
 Neglecting to open mail or pay bills on time
 Forgetting to take necessary medications
 Afraid for safety when left alone
 Difficulty managing daily activities
 Changes in weight, odor or appearance
 Increasingly isolated or growing desire to interact with others
 Desire to participate in activities in but can’t
 No longer safely drive or get to appointments
 Daily housekeeping needs not being met
 Aggressive or violent behavior
 Tendency to wander off and fear for safety
 Caring at home has become too much or too costly
 Current living arrangement no longer enough to maintain safety
 Won’t be able to manage escalating care needs in the future
 Unsure what to do if emergencies come up

12. SOURCES
 The Benefits of Moving to
Assisted Living
 Evergreen Retirement Assisted
Living
 Senior Advisor 7 Benefits of
Assisted Living