Signs it May Be Time to Move Into Assisted Living

Written By Canterfield Management

Is it time for you or your loved one to move into Assisted Living? These signs may help point you in the right direction. 

Changes in Hygiene

  • Unintentional weight loss

  • Inadequate or rotten food

  • Unsanitary home

  • Medication mismanagement

Social Isolation

  • Loneliness

  • Depression

  • Social isolation is associated with cognitive decline, chronic diseases and dementia.

Difficulty Managing Daily Tasks

  • Struggles with bathing, dressing, or using the toilet

  • Unable to drive

  • Forgetting to pay bills

  • Unable to care for pets

Safety Concerns

  • Home that isn’t easy to navigate (upstairs bedroom, step-in bathtub, hallways that aren’t walker-friendly)

  • Instances of forgetfulness

If you’ve noticed any of these changes in yourself or your loved one…

It might be time to consider Assisted Living. Find the nearest Canterfield location to you and call us today.

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