You find yourself constantly worrying

• Your parent’s health is failing, and they no longer have the strength or energy to care for themselves. They’re confused, forgetful and stressed about losing their independence.

• Your parent is living in unsafe conditions — the stove is on, the front door unlocked, or there are bottles of pills lying around where anyone could get them.

• Your parent is in pain and needs help managing that pain — whether it’s physical or emotional (e.g., from dementia).

• Your parent is depressed — feeling hopeless about their future, lonely and isolated from others who care about them (e.g., family members).

Your parent needs assistance with the basics.

Your parent needs assistance with the basics. Your parent may need help with dressing, bathing, eating and toileting. If so, he or she is ready for assisted living.

If he or she is unable to walk without a walker or wheelchair and has difficulty getting in and out of bed and chairs on their own, it’s time to start looking at resources that can offer more care than you are able to provide at home. If your loved one has been falling down frequently without apparent cause—for example, after climbing stairs or standing up from a sitting position—that’s another sign they might need more support than you can provide (or want) in your home environment.

Your parent needs help managing money matters like paying bills or managing income if they have not been able to do so themselves for some time now (in other words: paying bills late). This is another area where an aging adult may need assistance either due to physical limitations preventing them from doing what was once very easy on their own but now requires additional assistance such as filling out forms by hand instead of using electronic devices such as computers/laptops which were once commonplace but are now beginning their journey into obsolescence due largely in part because younger generations aren’t familiar with how these tools work anymore so there’s no one left who knows how!).

Your parent has become less interested in life.

If you notice that your parent is no longer interested in the activities they used to enjoy, it could be a sign of depression. This includes socializing with friends and family, hobbies and even work. They may also have lost interest in their appearance.

Your parent may not show signs of depression immediately after being placed in assisted living. It’s important to take note of how they behave over time so you can pinpoint when it began happening and why.

Your parent has accumulated a collection of bad habits

If your parent has been suffering from memory loss, they may be more likely to develop bad habits. For example:

• Your parent forgets to turn off the stove or lock the door when they leave the house.

• Your parent is always late because they get lost in familiar places.

• They don’t take their medications as directed and this leads to dangerous interactions with other drugs or alcohol.

In addition, bad habits are often a sign of depression—another common symptom of aging that can lead to an earlier death if left untreated! When you see changes in their behavior (like not following through on household tasks), it’s time for a conversation about assisted living options so both you and your loved one can start enjoying life again!

Your parent has become forgetful.

You may have a hard time remembering things, or you might be unable to recall something that happened just a few minutes ago. If this is happening frequently, it could be a sign of dementia. However, memory loss is also common among people who are aging and experiencing physical illnesses like diabetes or heart failure. Additionally, depression and anxiety can make it difficult for you to focus on what’s going on around you.

If your parent seems forgetful but the problem isn’t getting better after taking medication or making changes at home, then he or she might need additional help with his or her daily activities (like getting dressed) to ensure safety during these moments of confusion.

Your parent no longer takes an interest in personal care.

It’s hard to see your parent lose interest in the things they once loved, but this can be a sign that they’re no longer able to care for themselves and need a helping hand.

If you notice your parent is no longer taking an interest in personal care, it may be time to consider assisted living. This includes:

• lack of interest in grooming, including showering and brushing teeth (or doing anything else that involves personal care)

• lack of interest in hygiene (for example, not bathing or changing clothes as often as usual)

• lack of interest in clothing choices or fashion sense

• lack of interest in diet (eating less than usual or eating foods not considered healthy)

You’re starting to feel overwhelmed

You’re starting to feel overwhelmed.

Maybe it’s because you’ve been caring for your parent for so long, or because of their advanced age, but you’re starting to feel like you’re not doing enough. You know that if your loved one is going to live independently, they need constant supervision—and yet when it’s time for them to go somewhere else and get that level of care on a regular basis, they refuse. Sometimes they don’t want help getting out of bed; other times they can’t remember what day it is or what they ate yesterday. And then there are the times when they forget where the bathroom is located (or how many steps there are between them and their bedroom).

What’s worse: Your parent has become increasingly agitated or angry whenever anyone offers assistance with daily tasks like bathing and dressing themselves. They might even lash out verbally if someone tries too hard to help out around the house—taking out frustrations over being unable do things on his/her own due in large part due lack mental capacity (like remembering where things are located) rather than physical capabilities such as being able walk without assistance

Assisted living may be right for your loved one.

Assisted living may be right for your loved one.

If you’ve noticed that your parent is having trouble caring for him or herself, that it’s become increasingly difficult to bathe and dress independently, or if he or she is having memory issues, assisted living might be a good option. Assisted living is generally considered to be a step up from home care services in terms of how much assistance each resident receives. But it’s also less expensive than nursing homes and some retirement communities.

Assisted Living Benefits: A More Independent Life

In many ways, assisted living offers a more independent lifestyle than most other options available to seniors who need some help with day-to-day tasks but don’t want to give up their freedom entirely. Assisted living facilities typically offer residents their own private room in which they can have visitors over whenever they like—something that isn’t usually possible in nursing homes—and allow them access to all kinds of amenities (such as swimming pools, gyms) that encourage socialization and keep residents active throughout the day.* In addition*, assisted living facilities often provide daily transportation services so residents can go shopping or run errands without worrying about getting there safely themselves.* Finally*, most facilities offer housekeeping services at least once per week; however this may vary depending on location.*

Assisted Living Drawbacks: Isolation And Cost Of Care

Assisted living facilities do come with downsides too; namely isolation from friends and family members who live elsewhere.* The biggest drawback though might simply be cost: Assisted living costs about $3-$4K more every month than home health care does (about $6K). And while this expense may seem high now–especially when combined with increasing medical expenses–it could save you money down the line if it means avoiding costly hospital stays later on..

There is help out there

Don’t let your fear of the unknown stand in the way of taking action. Assisted living can be a great option for older adults who need some extra help, and it will give you peace of mind in knowing that your loved one is safe and well cared for. So if you think your parent might be ready for assisted living.  We can help!  Call us today and schedule a tour of our lovely assisted living home in Clearwater, Fl.