It’s hard to accept that your aged parents need a higher level of care then you are might able or are qualified to offer. Going to a senior care facility is a challenge for most seniors and their families.  At the heart of this dilemma, many discover that they weren’t prepared for the situation. The fact remains that it’s not going to be an easy time for you whether you are considering moving your aged parents or spouse.

You might find it hard to convince your aging loved one to go to a senior care facility for proper care. This blog will help you know the vital steps to make it easier for them and yourself.

When is the right time to consider a nursing home?

This question is on the lips of many who have aged parents. Knowing the best time to place mom/dad can be tricky. Hence, it’s essential to pay attention to behavioral, mental, and physical signs. Most families make the mistake of waiting too long. Delaying the decision until something tragic happens and the health of their aged parents is placed in jeopardy.

The truth is that no matter the health status of your aged parents, the time might come when you can no longer cope with the day to day needs of caring for them. These tips will help.

Your aged mom or dad has fallen multiple times and has been injured.

They can no longer perform their daily routine activities.

Your mom or dad needs to be hospitalized regularly due to health challenges.

Your aged parents wandered away from home.

The doctor advised you to consider care for them.

Caring for your aged parents is taking a toll on your physical and mental well-being.

YOUR family member requires services to help them live a longer, safe life, your blinders may get in your way.

We say, “Mom/Dad or both will be fine, they are strong, smart and know how to care for themselves”. When in fact, their strength is weakening, they are smart, but father time is slowing their senses and reflexes, and who really wants to leave their home to live in a senior home so they may think they can still negotiate to live alone.

You must see the true issues and we are here to help.

WORKING WITH YOUR SIBLINGS AND CONVINCING YOUR PARENTS

It’s good to plan ahead to relocate your aged loved one to a care facility in the event of a particular circumstance. You don’t have to rush this decision. Elderlink will help you explore the many options available for senior care, including Assisted Living, Board and Care Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Getting your siblings involved

We do not have to do this alone if you have other family members. If you have siblings, it’s right to make decisions that concern the health of your parents in harmony rather than doing it all alone. Endeavor to include them early in the process. Even if disagreements arise, you and your siblings will have enough time to resolve it.

Convincing your parents

Most seniors detest the idea of moving to a senior care facility. They feel they are caged into a corner and can’t imagine a life outside their house, and without all the possessions they have. By all means, don’t force the decision on them. But help them see reasons why assistance will be beneficial for them. This is where the assistance of an Elderlink professional will work best for you.

The bottom line for most all is it might be challenging in the beginning, as time goes on, your aged parents will realize that you took such decisions because you love them dearly.

We Will Assist You with Your Family Member and our service is FREE

Call our office (1-800-613-5772) and one of our trusted ElderLink.org   care representatives will help guide you through the steps.