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Deanna16, I see from your profile that your Mom is currently living in a nursing home... is this correct? If yes, then going to Assisted Living will seem like going to a hotel in comparison. Hope it all works out for her.
When I took my Dad to tour a senior living facility, as soon as he walked into the lobby he said "where do I sign?" before even seeing his possible apartment. I know it wasn't easy for Dad to move from a large house into a 2 bedroom apartment but he was happy there were no stairs as he became fearful of the stairs at his house. He loved the attention from the Staff.
Since Dad's future apartment was still under rehab, he signed up, and what I did for the two weeks we needed to wait, I took Dad over there for the afternoon social hour so he would become more comfortable with the place, the other residents and Staff. That worked out beautifully :)
Wise for your niece to take her, or wise for your mother to go and see it?
I assume your niece is a responsible grown-up. If she is also likely to be in regular contact with her grandmother, then yes it's a good idea for her to be introduced to the staff; if not, it might be better for whoever will be the most frequent visitor to provide the escort.
Is it wise for your mother to look round the facility? ?!?!?!? Would you not be mildly curious about a place you would soon be calling home? Of course it's wise. In fact I'd say, all things being equal, that it's essential.
I would think that visiting the place would be a good thing. As Jeannegibbs said, you can have lunch, meet staff and residents, tour the facilities, observe activities and have your questions answered. I'd plan it with the admissions director so they arrange for someone to go over the information and make it personal for your mom.
The AL that my cousin first went to did a great job of asking for her input about meals, entertainment, socials, physical therapy, etc. and offering her options. Which is great, because they maintain control over their life. The AL that she was at had a lot of live music performers. Several came each week. It was a big hit and the dining room was full of residents singing, clapping and enjoying themselves. If she might like that kind of thing, I'd go during those times.
I'm assuming you've seen it? If you've seen the place - and knowing your mother as you do - is there anything you think she'd find objectionable? If not, than I agree that a visit with lunch is a good idea. Definitely arrange it with the director and either she or another staff will likely be around to help ensure a positive visit with the best impression made.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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When I took my Dad to tour a senior living facility, as soon as he walked into the lobby he said "where do I sign?" before even seeing his possible apartment. I know it wasn't easy for Dad to move from a large house into a 2 bedroom apartment but he was happy there were no stairs as he became fearful of the stairs at his house. He loved the attention from the Staff.
Since Dad's future apartment was still under rehab, he signed up, and what I did for the two weeks we needed to wait, I took Dad over there for the afternoon social hour so he would become more comfortable with the place, the other residents and Staff. That worked out beautifully :)
I assume your niece is a responsible grown-up. If she is also likely to be in regular contact with her grandmother, then yes it's a good idea for her to be introduced to the staff; if not, it might be better for whoever will be the most frequent visitor to provide the escort.
Is it wise for your mother to look round the facility? ?!?!?!? Would you not be mildly curious about a place you would soon be calling home? Of course it's wise. In fact I'd say, all things being equal, that it's essential.
The AL that my cousin first went to did a great job of asking for her input about meals, entertainment, socials, physical therapy, etc. and offering her options. Which is great, because they maintain control over their life. The AL that she was at had a lot of live music performers. Several came each week. It was a big hit and the dining room was full of residents singing, clapping and enjoying themselves. If she might like that kind of thing, I'd go during those times.