Transitioning to AL

Cw0522

My mom is in a community with IL, AL, and MC. She’s been in IL there for 2 years and it’s time to transition to AL. We know she will eventually need MC too. Any tips on easing the transition when it’s in the same community? In a way it should be easier due to the familiar environment, but there’s also a feeling of being “different” once in AL and still seeing other residents who knew her from IL might make her uncomfortable.

We discussed the possibility of a new community altogether, but I fear that would be more traumatic.

Appreciate any input if you’ve been through this. Thanks!

sandwichone123

When my spouse transitioned to the next level, I was surprised at how many familiar faces there were—people who had also transitioned before or shortly after he did. I suggest de-emphasizing the change in community and just talking about the new apartment. Perhaps the old one needs repairs or (as with my spouse) the new one has a patio or some other amenity.