First Are You Ready For A Retirement Residence?
Seniors housing professionals
will tell you that they often hear first-time visitors say, “I’m Not
Ready Yet.” However, once they make the decision to move to a
retirement community, those same customers often ask us, “What Was I
Waiting For?!” So, how do you know when is the right time? The
following is a series of questions that may help you discover the best
answer for you:
- Do I find that I suffer from loneliness?
- Has my social life become restricted?
- Do I feel less safe in my home than I used to?
- Could I use more exercise?
- Is home maintenance a burden rather than a joy?
- Do I avoid driving at night or should I stop driving?
- Are housekeeping chores not as easy as they used to be?
- Am I caring for a spouse and having difficulties meeting the demands?
- Am I eating poorly? Have my eating habits changed?
- Am I eating alone too often?
- Do I worry about who will respond in case of an emergency?
- Is my health declining?
- Have I mixed up my medications?
- Would I be more comfortable if I had some supportive services available?
- Am I relying on friends and family to do things for me?
- Is it becoming a burden for them?
Heather Brook Manor believes in living a better life and enjoying it to the
fullest. If you answered “yes” to any of the questions above, you may
be ready for the benefits of a retirement residence.
Consider your present quality of life… maybe now really is the right
time for you.
Choosing A Retirement Residence
Choosing the right retirement
community for yourself or a loved one is a very important decision. We
encourage you to book a personal appointment at Heather Brook Manor Retirement residence
nearest you so you can personally experience our commitment to the
highest standards of care, service and respect.
When you take a tour of a retirement community, you might consider asking the following questions:
- Ask the residents about their experiences living there. See what they are saying at Heather Brook.
- Ask for residents’ family references, so you may contact them for their opinions
- Plan to stay or return another day for a complimentary lunch or dinner
- Beyond the standard tour, check stairwells and other less-traveled areas to see how well they are cleaned and maintained
- Don't limit your tour to suites and common areas. Ask to see the kitchen
- For the true experience, inquire about a trial visit or an overnight stay
- Ask for copies of any paperwork required for admission along with samples of menus, activity calendars and newsletters
