Business Insig honomaiouo How Will I Know When It's Time to Move My Loved One? My loved one has memory loss and I don't know how much longer I can care for him. We have care in the home, but it's not enough It's taking a toll on my health How do I know when the time i right to move my loved one into a community? I feel so guilty Step 1: Self-Assessment I? Are you anxious angry, tired or irritable? Is your health starting to decline? Do you feel stressed and/or burnt out all the time? Are your family and friends encouraging you get help? If you answered 'yes' to most of these questions, it's time to take steps to change your situation Step 2: Assess Your Situation Check yes' to all that apply My loved one watches TV or sleeps most of the day. am struggling to coordinate doctor's appointments, medication changes, etc. and spend considerable time on the phone handling medical issues. lose patience with my loved one regularly. My loved one resists care (help getting dressed, refuses to shower, etc.) My loved one lacks a daily, meaningful, structured routi My loved one refuses to go to doctor's appointments. Taking my loved one out in public is getting stressful My loved one could benefit from continuous monitoring I am worried about my health and ability to care for my loved one. If your yes' answers out number your 'no' answers, it's time to consider a change, Step 3: Give yourself permission to feel guilty and to forgive yourself Caring for someone with memory loss can be an emotional journey filled with highs and lows. We make promises to our loved ones saying we will care for them no matter what. However, given the specialized services required to care for someone with dementia, that promise cannot always A Memory Care Community like Waverly Inn can help meet the complex needs of someone living with memory loss in a way that cannot be done at home. With a purpose-built design and secure outdoor spaces, we can help ensure the safety of each person while giving them the freedom to explore freely. Also, memory care communities offer physician services, nursing and personal care 24 hours a day, nutritious meals, medication managements andprograms developed specifically for someone living with memory Feeling guilty for moving a loved one is very normal but when you consider how much the person with dementia has to gain, the decision can be made easier. And once you make the decision, know you will be surrounded by a with the same emotions. And in this special community setting you can know in your heart you are finally not alone. It takes a village to WAVERLY INN KOELSCH MEMORY CARE COMMUNITY INDEPENDENT LIVING COTTAGES 515 W. Rand Road . Arlington Heights waverlyinnillinois.com