Moving into a senior living community is a major adjustment for elderly parents. It can be a difficult transition, but once everyone has agreed, a few key hints will help your parents move into a new stage of life.

Below, the compassionate professionals at Covington, KY’s St. Charles Community share advice for helping the transition flow smoothly:

• Give Them Time: Don’t rush. Give your parents time to get comfortable and familiarize themselves with the senior resources available, including nursing and personal care. If elderly parents know that they’re well taken care of when you aren’t around, they’ll adjust more easily. 
• Keep in Contact: While you might not always be able to visit the senior living community, you can still reach out to your elderly loved ones. Keep in contact with regular phone calls, no matter how brief. Make sure your parents don’t feel isolated, either; get them involved in the social activities available in their community. This is also a great topic to talk about during phone calls.
• Provide Independence: While regular contact is vital, senior resources exist for a reason. With a full-service staff, meals, trips, nursing and personal care, your parents always have someone by their side. Constant calls or visits can hamper a sense of independence. Allow ample time and space for parents to get acquainted with the community, staff, and fellow residents to help them transition smoothly into their new lives. Bringing along personal items, such as favorite books, movies, and memorabilia is another way to help elderly parents adjust.

If you’re seeking the ideal senior living transition for your parents, the professionals at St. Charles Community can help. With living arrangements available to satisfy various need levels, seniors are bound to feel comfortable and at home. Visit the community online to learn more, or call (859) 331-3224 to speak with a staff member today.