Making the move to a retirement home can be a big one. The decision to leave your current home behind is big, no matter what age you are! If your loved one is anxious about making the transition to a senior living community, taking advantage of respite care at a seniors home in Nanaimo can give your aging loved one the opportunity to be a guest for a few weeks, or months, to see if moving to a seniors community is a good fit.
What is Respite Care?
Respite care provides short-term care for seniors who might be experiencing a health emergency or whose current in-home caregivers may need a little extra support.
Despite how positive an experience respite care can be for both seniors and their families or caregivers, few people take advantage of it. At Lakeside Gardens seniors community, our respite guests enjoy:
- a flexible length of stay
- furnished accommodations
- 24/7 staffing and support when needed
- access to all Lakeside Gardens seniors community’s recreational programs
- access to all Lakeside Gardens seniors community’s meals
- our beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor spaces
- an in house emergency pendant
- and weekly housekeeping!
Talking About Respite Care with Your Senior Loved One
With all the perks, respite care at Lakeside Gardens is almost like a senior specific all-inclusive hotel!
If this sounds like it might be a good option for you, here are a few tips on how to talk to your senior loved one about respite care.
1. Let them be a part of the decision process
Be honest with your loved one. Assure them that this isn’t a sneaky way to get them to move into a seniors home, but a chance for them to experience something that might end up being a great change in their life. Let your loved one be a part of the process. Choose dates carefully with them so that they are prepared and know the start and end date of their stay. Look at events and activities coming up and plan their stay so that your loved one can participate in anything that might be of special interest to them.
2. Bring some of their belongings with
While it’s not a permanent move, it can still make a difference for your loved one to have some of the comforts of home as they adjust to life in a seniors community. Bring a few photos, books, or a comfy blanket to help make the respite suite feel more like home.
3. Talk to the Lakeside Gardens Seniors Community team
Communicate with the team at Lakeside Gardens seniors community. Make sure they know that this is a trial stay that could turn into a permanent situation. They’ll make sure your senior loved on has plenty of chances to connect with other residents and help them navigate around the community so that they feel comfortable, connected, and familiar with their surroundings.
Lakeside Gardens Seniors Community in Nanaimo offers short term respite care to seniors. Contact us today at 250.756.0799 or llamontagne@lakeside-gardens.com to inquire about our respite services and hear more about the services and amenities our community has to offer!