Finding a suitable senior living community for an aging parent can be challenging. That's why tours are such an important part of the selection process, as they provide you and your loved one with essential information that couldn't be accessed any other way. Here's what you can do to make the trip as productive as possible. 

4 Tips for Touring a Senior Living Community With Your Parent

1. Speak With Staff and Residents

Speaking with the staff and residents will give you a sense of the community's culture and allow you to ask questions about the daily routine. You may also want to ask about the staff's experience and training. Talking to residents can give you a sense of their satisfaction with the community and how they feel about living there.

2. Take Time to Assess the Community on Your Own

Walking around the senior living community on your own will allow you to get a sense of the community's layout, its cleanliness, and maintenance. You can also observe the staff's interaction with residents and see how they respond to each other.

3. Make a List of Questions

Making a list of questions you want to ask will help you stay focused and make the most of your time on the tour. Some questions you may want to consider include: What types of services are provided? What is the staff-to-resident ratio? What are the visiting hours? Are there any restrictions on visitors?

4. Consider Your Parent's Needs

Consider your senior loved one’s physical, emotional, and social needs. Does the community offer activities that your parent would enjoy? Are there accommodations for their mobility needs? Does the community offer memory care services if needed?

Abbington Assisted Living is proud to provide senior care throughout Columbus, Pickerington, Powell, Chillicothe, and Coshocton, OH. Abbington senior living communities are one-story buildings that are designed with comfort and security in mind, offering comprehensive nursing care services in a compassionate, comfortable, and cost-effective manner. Please visit our website or call us directly at (614) 451-4575 in Columbus, (614) 577-0822 in Pickerington, (614) 789-9868 in Powell, (740) 773-4630 in Chillicothe, or (740) 623-4600 in Coshocton.