So often, our aging friends and family members insist on staying in their homes longer than they should.
Early in the aging process, it can be a reasonable option. As elders become more frail, it can become difficult for them to remain in their homes without additional support. Often, this support comes from family and friends. Even with the best intentions, caretaking can become burdensome, creating stress and strain on those providing the additional help.
While families and friends can provide support in functional areas, there is no replacement for a rich social life, or the benefits attributed to participating in stimulating activities. For an older person, whose closest friends are no longer with them, it is easy to become isolated and lonely. Research points to a clear connection between the lack of social and mental stimulation and cognitive decline in seniors.
In our brochure called “When is Assisted Living the Right Choice?” we have put together some simple checklists that make identifying the need for assisted living a little easier. If one or more choices from each category are selected, there is a good chance that assisted living would provide much needed assistance and support.
Click here to download the brochure called “When is Assisted Living the Right Choice?” 
