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I'd ask the Admissions Coordinator what I could do to enhance her experience. They may say, "Let us handle it," or they may have some really constructive advice for you.
My inclination would be to take her on a walking tour (wheeling tour, whatever) of the whole place, describing each room or area in great detail. Telling her what time meals are served; what kinds of programs they have; what kinds of things she might be able to participate in. Slowly and deliberately as though talking to a child. Emphasize how safe she'll be and do some comparisons between there and home that will help her see the benefits to her. Talk about how often you might visit; who else might come to see her; etc.
I wish you good luck!! We try to do the best we can for our loved ones. At this time in their lives, there's often just a short list of things we CAN do. Keep smiling. Sometimes, with my mom, I notice that, if I'm happy? So is she.
Another idea is to introduce her to one or two of the regular people that will be working with her, and when you tell her their names, associate that name with someone they know, or if their name is 'Candy' a associate it with yummy (example) or Linda, like 'your sister' and so on. Then she will learn of some of the people that she can rely on everyday.
Counting the steps to the bathroom etc. A clock with brail or one that will tell her the time. Lots of positive visits (-: I used to take my Mother a 'picnic' ever so often, and include a friend of hers at the nursing home...make sure to let them know at the nurses station not to send her a tray if she recvs them, so they won't charge her for them.
I've tried to make my LO's recent move to an ALF as pleasant as possible. She has significant dementia, but doesn't have too many physical ailments. Does the ALF have any other blind residences?
Some things I have done is try to up play all the good things. I've told her how everyone there was so kind and helpful to me. I told her that the food smelled and looked very good. I took her favorite pillows to make her feel at home and put up her favorite photos on the walls. She also has a tv on her dresser with a simple remote she can operate. Would your mom enjoy a CD player and be able to operate it?
At first I went by every other day and encouraged her. I told her how proud I was of her for her entry into "Rehab" which is what we call it. I told her how much healthier she looked after getting there and having so much help with her meds, therapy and nutrition. I also walked with her into the family visiting room and said hello to the other residences, telling her how nice they all seemed.
If the ALF has a patio, someone might escort her out there to sit in the fresh air. Sitting outside and chatting with others might be a nice time for her.
At my LO's ALF they have performers come regularly and the staff ensures that all residences who want to go are pushed or escorted there. They all seem to like that.
I hope it all goes well for you. My LO is much happier though it was rough at first.
Ask them to pair her with a "buddy". Emeritus assigned a buddy to mom and hand-picked the tablemates for her to sit with. Mom is 87, blind in one eye, deaf on one ear, uses a walker, but she managed to fit in to the crowd quite well.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
My inclination would be to take her on a walking tour (wheeling tour, whatever) of the whole place, describing each room or area in great detail. Telling her what time meals are served; what kinds of programs they have; what kinds of things she might be able to participate in. Slowly and deliberately as though talking to a child. Emphasize how safe she'll be and do some comparisons between there and home that will help her see the benefits to her. Talk about how often you might visit; who else might come to see her; etc.
I wish you good luck!! We try to do the best we can for our loved ones. At this time in their lives, there's often just a short list of things we CAN do. Keep smiling. Sometimes, with my mom, I notice that, if I'm happy? So is she.
Counting the steps to the bathroom etc.
A clock with brail or one that will tell her the time.
Lots of positive visits (-:
I used to take my Mother a 'picnic' ever so often, and include a friend of hers at the nursing home...make sure to let them know at the nurses station not to send her a tray if she recvs them, so they won't charge her for them.
Some things I have done is try to up play all the good things. I've told her how everyone there was so kind and helpful to me. I told her that the food smelled and looked very good. I took her favorite pillows to make her feel at home and put up her favorite photos on the walls. She also has a tv on her dresser with a simple remote she can operate. Would your mom enjoy a CD player and be able to operate it?
At first I went by every other day and encouraged her. I told her how proud I was of her for her entry into "Rehab" which is what we call it. I told her how much healthier she looked after getting there and having so much help with her meds, therapy and nutrition. I also walked with her into the family visiting room and said hello to the other residences, telling her how nice they all seemed.
If the ALF has a patio, someone might escort her out there to sit in the fresh air. Sitting outside and chatting with others might be a nice time for her.
At my LO's ALF they have performers come regularly and the staff ensures that all residences who want to go are pushed or escorted there. They all seem to like that.
I hope it all goes well for you. My LO is much happier though it was rough at first.