When looking for an assisted living community for their senior loved one, most families focus solely on what the facility offers within the premises. While that is definitely important, it’s just as important to also take into consideration where the facility is located.
Location does affect a number of factors, from the cost of living to the proximity to loved ones and to medical facilities. A location that offers a positive experience does much to improve the quality of life for the residents of an assisted living facility.
How To Choose The Right Location
Price
Proximity To Loved Ones
Choosing an assisted living facility that’s in closer proximity to loved ones offers seniors the dual benefits of being able to meet up with their children and grandchildren more often without being totally dependent on them.
Meeting up with loved ones in person has a positive impact on everyone. Grandparents are always excited to meet up with their grandchildren and as for the grandchildren, nothing beats the excitement of meeting up with their grandparents.
Proximity To Medical Facilities
As we get older, quick and easy access to medical facilities becomes increasingly more important. All senior communities offer relatively extensive medical care to their residents, but it’s impossible to provide for every medical conditions.
Some age-related can only be managed in a hospital setting. The closer the facility is to a medical care setting, the more at ease your mind will be.
Geographical Location
Senior living facilities located in rural settings have a completely different atmosphere as compared to those located in more urban settings. Facilities in rural settings offer more opportunities for outdoor activities while facilities in urban settings may offer much more opportunities for shopping, dining out and other such attractions.
Different people have different preferences and choosing a location that offers activities that a senior likes can make a big difference to their quality of life.
What The Local Community Has To Offer
Getting out of the facility even occasionally and interacting with the outside community can be a refreshing change from staying within the premises every day. Some local communities may hold a bingo night every weekend, while others may host some other type of event such as local fairs, sporting events, musical concerts or theater productions.
It’s a good idea to explore the local community and what they offer before selecting an assisted living facility for your loved one. They will have to look forward to when they are closer to a community that offers something that they are interested in.
