A person who notices that an elderly parent is no longer able to care for him or herself properly will want to encourage the parent to move into an assisted living facility. Such facilities offer a great deal of assistance to those who are getting on in years and need help with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning and bathing. Meals are taken care of by the facility, housekeeping is provided, regular activities and outings are available for those who enjoy doing fun things with other seniors and staff members are on hand 24/7 to help with tasks such as keeping track of prescription medication and helping seniors move around the facility.
Even so, some senior care Colonial Heights facilities are better than others. Following are some of the most important things to look for in a good senior care facility.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness
Elderly individuals are often more susceptible to illness than they were in their younger years. For this reason, it is very important for a senior care facility to have a high standard of cleanliness.
Happiness
Happiness
A good facility will have happy residents. That is not to say that every single person will always be happy, as some seniors are sure to be upset regardless of where they live. However, one will want to get an overall feel of the community to determine if it has a pleasant feel and ambiance.
It is also important to note if staff workers are happy and pleasant to be around. If not, choose another place. Unhappy staff workers are often snappy, rude (or worse) to senior residents, especially those who need a great deal of care and assistance.
Services
Services
Not all assisted living facilities offer the exact same services. Get a list of services provided to determine if a loved one's needs will indeed be met when living at the place in question.
Safety
Safety
It is important for a senior living facility to be safe. It should have a burglar alarm, non-slip flooring and grab bars in all the bathrooms.
It is important to never rush into choosing a senior living community. One will also not want to choose a community solely based on the cost. While
