Couples can benefit by Moving into Assisted Living Together

Growing older together can make couples feel like they are as familiar with their own needs as they are with their spouse’s. They are used to relying on one another for companionship as well as emotional support, which is why experts say moving into assisted living together can be beneficial on several levels. 

To start with, it helps make the transition to community life easier. Alyssa M. Lanzi, a research assistant professor in the department of communication sciences and disorders at the University of Delaware in Newark, says, “Assisted living communities can be great for couples that are looking to continue to live together while needing some support for daily activities.”

Given the fact many retirement communities offer various levels of care services, even if a couple is on a different health track, their needs can be addressed with separate personalized care plans. It also eliminates the need to fund two homes. Additionally if one of the partners is in good health, they can always move out if and when their spouse passes away or requires something like specialized memory care. 

Studies show in many cases couples who move into assisted living together say they wished they had done it sooner. They report enjoying the community’s social interactions and the peace of mind that comes knowing someone is around to lend a hand when needed. If one of the couple is more physically or cognitively healthy, they can relax knowing their loved one is being taken care of. 

Another study found moving earlier rather than later helps to maintain the couple’s quality of life and offset the higher costs associated with hospitalizations. Wellness programs at assisted living communities often include routine exercises to maintain balance and strengthen limbs to reduce the risk of falling. Moreover as many seniors improperly take prescription drugs, a community’s medication management prevents problems. 

MorningStar at Observatory Park senior living community provides residents with “a little help” to enable them to live as independently as possible. Our unique location in South Denver’s historic Observatory Park area offers both assisted living and memory care. Contact us to ask about Move-in Specials. 

Source: health.usnews.com/best-assisted-living/articles/assisted-living-for-couples