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Mom has been in her new suite on the ahlzeimers/dimentia unit for a week now.  I moved her bed, furniture, pictures and treasures and put everything exactly as they were in her AL suite.  She even brought her huge, black cat to her new home.  She absolutely adores her cat and although the staff had reservations they allowed Mom to keep him as long as he is cared for by Mom or me.  Mom loves her new suite which is a little larger and the view out her window is extraordinary.  I am with Mom every day for several hours and have asked the caretakers to offer Mom lots of reassurance, hugs and patience when she is anxious and I am not there.  They seem to be doing really well with her and have told me that Mom is adjusting easier than they thought.  She is out of her room and talking with the other residents much more right now.  She is restless but peaceful.  This move was so difficult and I'm exhausted but I realize now that this is what was best for my Mom.  Thank you for your support and guidance.....I look to this site for help and reassurance myself.  Again, thank you.