The transition to assisted living can be a difficult topic for seniors and their families, but it's a necessary discussion to have, especially as your loved one gets older. As their needs grow, it becomes more difficult to provide for them at home, and better for both the senior and their family to receive professional care in an assisted living facility. Watch for these signs it's time to make the change.

When Should a Senior Go to Assisted Living?

1. Increasing Health & Safety Concerns

Many health issues, such as arthritis, mobility problems, and vision and hearing loss, become more common with age. Your family may provide some care for these issues, but the more health conditions your loved one has, the more they need professional care to manage all of them. They should also be in a safe place with immediate medical care on hand as the risk of falls and wandering grows.

2. Mood & Behavior Changes

Dementia is more likely as your loved one gets older, and one of the early signs is aggression or inappropriate behavior that wasn't present before. Your loved one may start "sundowning"--getting agitated or aggressive later in the day.

In an assisted living facility, the staff is trained in how to help your loved one manage these issues and keep them content when possible. They will also keep your loved one and others safe if they do have moments of aggression.

3. Caregiver Fatigue

Providing care for a loved one can become more than a full-time occupation, and combined with the other needs of the family and challenges of daily life, this can lead to caregiver fatigue and burnout. It's common for families to realize that they can’t provide the care their loved one needs, and to find an assisted living facility that can. It's healthiest for both the senior and their caregiver.

If your loved one is ready for assisted living, choose Beehive Of Springboro Office in Ohio. Serving the Cincinnati and Dayton areas, they offer 24-hour service from skilled caregivers to ensure the safety, health, and comfort of their residents. Call (937) 350-1211 or visit their website to get started.