How do I know when it is time to move into an assisted living facility?
Do you need more help than family and friends are able to provide? If family and in-home help is not able to bridge the gap, assisted living is an option. Having an active social life is vital to your health and happiness. Being alone much of the time is a recipe for depression. The social aspect of assisted living is a huge benefit. Perhaps mobility is limited, making it difficult to get out of bed by yourself, for example. Additionally there are a lot of responsibilities that come with living in your own home; cooking, cleaning, shopping for groceries, and doing laundry. Maybe you are tired of managing all these on your own. Having access to good balanced and nutritious meals, taking medications on a regular schedule and paying attention to your personal hygiene are essential to remaining healthy and independent.
