You’ve asked a lot of questions, taken some tours, and have finally settled on your loved one’s new assisted living or independent living community. That’s a big step. To help your loved one get settled in their new home, certain steps will need to be taken.
Now the fun begins! You will likely be able to incorporate a shopping excursion into the process. Decorating senior living apartments can be enjoyable for both you and your loved one.
Granted, downsizing will be of the utmost importance, especially if they’ve been living in a larger home for decades. But with that in mind, to help their new home feel familiar, they’ll want to take some of their more precious items. Remember to bring their favorite heirlooms, decorative items, pictures, books, and photos. You’ll be more successful turning a house into a home, so to speak, with the above-stated possessions.
The following are some decorating suggestions for your loved one’s new senior living community apartment.
Hobby Supplies
Make room for your loved one’s hobby, whether it’s completing jigsaw puzzles, playing a musical instrument, painting, collecting stamps, or what have you.
Their Beloved Pet
If your loved one has a beloved pet that simply must come with them, there are numerous pet friendly senior living communities throughout the nation. Check with the community in question regarding deposits, types of animals allowed, size of animals allowed, and other restrictions/requirements.
Plants
An apartment feels more lived-in and more comfortable through the use of plants. If your loved one doesn’t want to care for a plant, consider one of the artificial varieties.
Watch Out For Cords
Electrical cords should be bundled and kept out of traffic areas whenever possible.
Promote A Tidy, Safe Bathroom
Courtesy of slippery bathmats, wet floors, and more, the bathroom ends up being a place where numerous falls occur. Consider using safety features like grab bars and non-slip mats to make a senior living apartment safer.
Power Recliners Are Awesome!
To help relieve tension and pressure on your loved one’s body, power recliners are an amazing piece of furniture. With the proper support, they can be assisted to a standing position from a seated position.
Functionality Should Be Prioritized
Consider using multipurpose pieces – like a storage trunk or ottoman – that can also be used as a bedside table, end table, for extra seating, and/or footstool.
Organization Is Important
To keep items within easy reach and for better organization, consider using baskets or boxes. Label the boxes and/or use color-coding to help your loved one remember what’s inside.
Prevent Falls
To help prevent falls, keep pathways clear of the following:
- Decorative items
- Loose rugs
- Electrical cords
Above all else, it’s important to plan ahead. So consider all of the above-stated information before helping your loved one make the big move.
Additional Suggestions
- Keep things positive
- Maintain tidiness
- Consider rounded tables instead of pointy-cornered tables<
- Decorative bed dressings (linens, bedspreads, etc.)
- Memo board
- Appropriate wardrobe that is correctly sized
- Various seating options
- Adequate lighting
- Use lots of colors
- Add charm and character
- Include personalized decor
Provide Your Loved One With a Homey Atmosphere at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay
Our state-of-the-art community features memory care, assisted living, and independent living. In a comfortable, beautiful setting, you will find resort-style amenities. Activities, services, and care are all involved in our unique approach to senior living. All in one space, everything you need now or will need in the future is provided.
We have on-duty staff, 24/7, at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay. Your loved one will be in a friendly, safe, and secure environment. Additionally, we have numerous floor plans from which to choose.
If you have further questions, feel free to contact us at 941.216.1531. If you’d like to schedule a tour, we’d love to show you around. Click here for our convenient online form.
