This is the seventh part of a nine part series on finding the right senior living community. This article was written by Jim Moore of Moore Diversified Services (http://www.m-d-s.com/) and published on the Assisted Living Federation of America website (http://www.alfa.com/).
7. Balance First Impressions with Reality
Take first impressions of a community seriously, but balance those initial impressions with other factors. Some first impressions might include the overall neighborhood setting – the quality of the landscaping, the campus layout, and the residence’s exterior. When you enter a residence, think about your comfort level. Check out the public spaces and remember they are a shared extension of the private living space. Remember that you aren’t trying to replace the total living area of your current home. You’re making an informed trade-off between a relatively large home with a more appropriate sheltered living that offers an exstensive array of services specifically designed for this stage of your or your loved one’s life.
Senior Solutions Management Group is one of the leading seniors housing operators in the country providing the following services to older adults: independent-style living, assisted living, continuum of care retirement communities. We welcome your questions about our facilities and how we might assist in the search for a senior living community.