How to Alleviate the Stress of Moving for Older Adults

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over 12 years, said...

Hello CandyGrodin, Thank you very much for your question. Here is an blog post that you may find helpful in handling your mother's desire to "go home" ( http://www.caring.com/blogs/caring-currents/i-want-to-go-home ). Take care -- Emily | Community Manager


over 12 years, said...

My Mom just came to live with me(unwilingly) 6 weeks ago. She constantly says that she is "going home" There is no home for her to go to. I just tell her "okay". Should I be trying something else to help her settle in? She says I take good care of her, and that she loves seeing me, but she is going home no matter what. I don't want to upset her and say "where are you going to?" Am I doing the right thing?


over 12 years, said...

Hi Jewella, Thank you very much for your comment. Unfortunately, since we are a US based site, most of our information and our resources are also based in the US. That being said, you may find these articles somewhat useful for your move: ( http://www.caring.com/articles/moving-mom-and-dad ) and ( http://www.caring.com/articles/moving-made-easy ). I hope that helps some, good luck with your move! Take care -- Emily | Community Manager


over 12 years, said...

In India...NONE of this exists. As a 24x7 caregiver for my mom, i'm in the process of makin decisions that also involve my own well being. hence i've decided to move from the big bad city of bombay to the outskirts of a smaller city. however, whilst my mom is okay with moving out of here, she is not keen on the new location. and the new location, is really, best for all. since this will have to be done, as gently and have mom's interaction as well, what kind of stimuli would be advisable to help make the transition easier?? thank you