Moving a loved one into a nursing home can be one of the most difficult challenges in life, filled with confusing decisions and heartache. The elderly care professionals at Mount Washington Care Center, Cincinnati’s best senior living facility, understand your situation. They offer three things you and your family should prepare for when it’s time to move an aging loved one into a nursing home:

• Address The Difficult Topics: It’s always a good idea to have an official will and end-of-life guidelines in writing. If your loved one’s health has diminished to a point that this is not an option, it’s important to secure power of attorney.
• Listen & Be Patient: Your loved one is experiencing an extremely difficult transition. They need to mourn the life they’ve known and say goodbye to many things they hold dear. Try to be a pillar of strength and patience as they adjust to their new life at the nursing home.
• Lean on Your Support System: Ask friends and family for help and advice as you navigate the challenges of putting your loved one in a nursing home. They may have words of wisdom from personal experience, and sharing the responsibilities will ensure your loved one is thoroughly looked after and cared for.

When your loved one needs a helping hand and a caring sense of community, reach out to the compassionate staff at Cincinnati’s Mount Washington Care Center, a family-owned-and-operated establishment for more than 30 years. To learn more about their range of senior living, elderly care, and nursing home options, call (513) 231-4561 or visit their website.