My City July 2022

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5 Steps forMaking the Best Choice When problems begin to arise for ourselves or family members and a decision must be made, there are steps that should be taken to ensure a positive outcome for all involved.

1. Do your research. Don’t trust yourself or family members to just any facility or community; make sure the facility is reputable. Ask questions of both the supervisors and current residents. Getting the best care should be your top priority. 2. Set daily life expectations. What do you enjoy? What do your parents enjoy? Does the facility oer activities and amenities that meet the needs of its residents? Is the food up to standard? Are the sta? Once you have a list of what you require of a care facility, start checking the boxes.

everyday life. Can the facility accommodate those needs? What does the doctor think? What have they heard about the facility? 4. Talk to a nancial planner. Here comes the scary question: what can you or your family members aord? What are your options? Is subsidized housing available? 5. Visit potential communities and facilities. Like picking the best college, you have to visit each facility. Do the residents seem happy? Are furniture and appliances up to date? Is the facility clean? Is the community welcoming? Do your parents or other family members seem to respond to the environment?

3. Talk to a doctor. Include your doctors in conver sations about the mental and physical needs for

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Finding and choosing a housing option or care facility for yourself or a family member is an extremely important process and should never be undertaken hastily.We should all want the best for ourselves and those we love.We all deserve a happy and care-free future as we reach our later years. Good Luck! ®

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