Easing the Transition to an Assisted Living Facility

How to Face the Challenges of Senior Housing

Change can be challenging, and everyone copes with it differently. It is natural that seniors can have difficulty transitioning to an assisted living facility, and it may take a certain amount of time for them to feel settled into their new home. The transition experience is different for everyone, but you or your loved one will get there.

For over 30 years, Buena Vista Manor has been offering a variety of senior care services in the San Francisco, CA area. We understand that the transition process may be more difficult for some than it is for others, and our team is here to make this process as seamless as possible. You can rest assured that our assisted living staff is experienced, ready, and willing to aid you along the way.

Keep reading for tips on how you can help your loved one adjust.

Visit Beforehand

Be sure to visit the facility before the move happens. Visiting more than once can help you learn the facility, meet the staff, become familiar with the schedule, and more. Making routine visits can help your loved ones adjust and feel comfortable in their new residence.

Communicate Often

If you are unable to visit, family members and friends should try to keep in contact as much as possible with their loved one as well as the staff of the assisted living facility. Beyond speaking to your loved one, talk to the staff to ensure that your family member is socializing and getting involved in the community.

Personalize their Space

Make their new space feel as much like home as possible by bringing in personal items. Photos, medals, room décor, and more will help them make their space feel personal. Including their favorite books or candles can make it feel and smell like home.

Additional Tips to Make the Move to Senior Housing:

• Read all assisted living care residence materials before moving in.
• Obtain a list from the residence of suggested items to bring.
• If the residence is helping you with your laundry, label your clothing to avoid any mix-ups.
• Read the activity schedule and choose two or three programs to attend early on to meet neighbors and other residents.

If you have any questions or concerns when it comes to moving a loved one into a retirement community, please don’t hesitate to speak with our caregivers. Contact us to learn more.