Many callers ask our advice regarding appropriate placement for a loved one who is experiencing increasing difficulty living independently. Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) may be a viable option in the early to middle stages of dementia. For those in more advanced stages of the disease, some ALFs...
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Sue
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 02:29 PM
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Thanks so much for your post. This is important information. It can be such an emotional time when a caregiver has to decide to transition a loved one to a care facility. Having these questions at the ready might just eliviate a bit of the stress.
All the best, sue (moderator)
Here are a few other posts concerning the move to a care facility for a loved one.
Dorian Martin:
Moving Day: Creating Smooth Transitions for Your Loved One
How to Make a Smooth Transition
Karen Wheeler:
Transition
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