Do You Need Assisted Living? Find Out By Answering These Questions

Even if your family members have suggested it before now, deciding to move from independent living to assisted living isn't always straightforward. However, it may be the best choice for you if you can no longer handle basic daily activities on your own. Assisted living is a common senior living option that’s designed for adults who need help with daily activities (such as cooking and bathing) without a lot of medical attention. Below are questions you need to answer to determine if assisted living is needed. 

Home and Kitchen Safety

• Do you often fall or get into accidents because of mobility restrictions or declining physical abilities?
• Do you often forget your food on gas, stove, oven, and other home appliances that can ignite a fire?
• Do you find it difficult to use assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers for safety?
• Do you feel lonely, depressed, and have lost interest in living?
• Do you often find yourself eating foods with little to no nutritional value?
• Are you unable or unwilling to cook in your kitchen?
• Do you often forget to eat?
• Have you recently developed nutritional problems such as weight loss, anemia, etc.?

If you answer yes to most or all of these questions, you need assisted living. Assisted living communities like Discovery Commons At Wildewood are designed with functionality and safety in mind. You will also be able to engage with other residents and that may help you eliminate feelings of loneliness and depression. There are lots of fun activities and events that can help you physically and mentally to improve your overall wellness. There's also restaurant-style dining with three meals plus snacks daily. 

Medical Needs and Personal Hygiene

• Are you unable to get to the toilet due to mobility limitations or unwillingness?
• Has changing your clothing or bed linens now become difficult?
• Is keeping your home clean now impossible because you are no longer capable of doing it?
• Do you often forget to take necessary medications?
• Do you overdose on your medications accidentally or purposely?
• Do you get stuck without quick help whenever you fall?
• Is no one often around you to help in case of an emergency?
• Are you physically unable to use your medications without assistance?
• Have you missed medical appointments due to mobility issues?
• Are your health problems becoming worse by the day?
• Do you fall more often due to the hazardous condition of your home?

If you answered yes to those questions, you need assisted living. Our team members understand your needs and are always available to assist you when you need them. We offer cleaning services to ensure that you, your clothes, and your apartment remain clear and dry. We also offer scheduled transportation to your medical appointments and everywhere else that you need to be. 

Social Needs

• Have you ever left your home without a destination in mind?
• Do you always find yourself overspending and mismanaging your funds?
• Do you struggle emotionally or mentally to the point where others feel threatened? 
• Have you noticed yourself becoming aggressive unconsciously?

It's understandable to not want to live your final years outside of your own home, but If you answered yes to these questions, you need additional care and support to be able to carry on with living a healthy lifestyle. Feel free to contact us today to learn more about assisted living and how it is a perfect fit for you to enjoy your golden years.