Independent Living Communities Questions

1. FAQ: What Is a Functional Assessment?

   In medicine and gerontology, a functional assessment is an evaluation of a person's ability to manage tasks and activities that are usually necessary in daily life. These tasks include the activities of daily living (ADLs), which refer to basic self-care such as dressing and getting around the house...
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2. My ill mother refuses to live with us, what can be done?

   You obviously care about your mom. It also sounds like you have probably tried a variety of approaches to address these problems, yet your tactics are just not working. It's time to try something new. If the issues are not life threatening, don't raise them for a while. and once you do, approach them from a new angle...
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3. Is there a formal program to have the mailman notify family...

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4. Are there any laws that would prevent someone who needs 24 hour care to live independently?

   I'm not in CA but I do not think there is any law that expressly prevents a competent, healthy person from living independently. However, Adult Protective Services would probably step in fairly quickly to move your mother to a safe environment.
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5. How do I decide whether to move to an independent living apartment?

   You know better than anyone else what lifestyle will suit you best in the years to come. Deciding to move to an independent living apartment is not short changing yourself and in many ways can be very rewarding. Many older adults abandon the overwhelming burden of home maintenance and move to more efficient apartments, condos or community settings...
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6. How can I talk with my parents about moving them to a senior independent living facility?

   You should find 3 com munities in your area. Visit each one and find out what they offer. Tell your parents you heard about a few places that are fun and have a lot going on if that is what they would like. The community will sell itself. You just need to tell your parents they are not living with you...
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7. We are concerned for my mother-in-law's safety in living alone in her home, but how can we convince her to move?

   Thank you so much for sharing your question with Caring.com. It will be helpful to others. It is hard to lose a loved one and harder still if the loss is from suicide. Yet, suicide is one of the leading causes of death, especially in men over the age of 70 during the spring and summer months.
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8. What senior independent living communities are available in Bluffton, SC?

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9. Does anyone have any idea of the projected number of seniors who will move into an independent or assisted living community?

   Does anyone have any idea of the projected number of seniors who will move into an independent or assisted living community?

10. How is the cost of Senior apartment rental decided?

    My in-laws are considering a move to a local Seniors Apartment They are looking for answers about how the cost will be calculated. They currently own thier home and are thinking about selling.They have expressed the desire to sell and place the funds in a trust account for their children wil they have this option...