The decision to move shouldn’t be based on age, but on your ability to manage daily tasks and maintain a safe, comfortable lifestyle. To help guide your thoughts, consider asking yourself the following questions:
Key Indicators
- How well are you managing daily activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and maintaining personal hygiene?
- Are financial, medical, and legal decisions being handled responsibly?
- Are essential tasks, like paying bills, being taken care of on time?
- Do you have concerns about loneliness, isolation, or depression?
- Are there any signs of struggling with self-care, such as open wounds, soiled clothes, or burns?
- Is there a noticeable decline in home cleanliness or upkeep? Any unexplained dents in the car?
If you find yourself answering yes to any of these, it might be time to consider moving. Explore your options and be ready to have open, thoughtful conversations about what's possible. Being prepared will help make the discussions smoother and more productive. Don’t forget to consider home support services as an interim step or alternative to moving as you consider the best way forward.
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