Benefits of Assisted Living

When we age, doing a lot of the necessary things to live on our own like cooking, bathing, and walking becomes not only challenging but very dangerous. A lot of the things that we take for granted like walking to the mailbox, going outside to mow the grass, cooking especially with grease, which is also a potential fire hazard, can be very dangerous as we get older because of the risk of falling. This is one of the main reasons you should consider assisted living for your elder care needs. We are going to delve into the different reasons that assisted living is the ideal choice for elder care needs!

A great reason for choosing assisted living care is that nutritious meals at mealtimes are provided by staff at the facility. It could save a resident's life by cooking for them on a routine basis and having their meal needs met. Cooking is one of the most dangerous things that someone who is declining mentally and physically can do. If someone who is declining mentally forgot that they left their gas oven on they could potentially start a house fire or give themselves carbon monoxide poisoning. They could also slip and fall while cooking and if they had grease in their hands when they fell, it could end up giving them third-degree burns or worse. 

Not only is cooking dangerous but also so is not properly managing their medication. Our residents have their medication securely administered to make sure that they are getting the correct medicine and dosage that they need at the time they need it. One of the main reasons people decide to use an assisted living facility is because of medication management. By employing medication management systems, facilities mitigate risks and guarantee accuracy in dispensing medication which cannot be guaranteed if a resident is living on their own and dispensing their medication.

Another safety measure that we use is locked and controlled entry doors. This makes sure that residents are secured in the facility. Another common reason people seek assisted living facilities is because their loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer start wandering at night. Secure entry also makes sure only people who are authorized by the facility are allowed entry. This helps protect residents from potential harm, theft, or other security threats by controlling who can enter and exit the building.

Safety is very important but that is not the only reason that assisted living is a great choice. Another reason assisted living is a good choice is for community and social engagement. Loneliness is common for elders who live alone, moving to an assisted living community where they can readily socialize with others can drastically improve residents' overall well-being.  

In conclusion, assisted living is the best choice for elder care. Assisted living facilities like Foothills Assisted Living can provide our residents with support, care, comfort, and the necessary safety protocols to ensure their safety. This is why assisted living is invaluable for you or your loved ones. If you have a loved one who needs assisted living care, give us a call and or visit our website and we can schedule a tour for you to see the facility.

Foothills Assisted Living

864.638.4370

https://www.foothillsassistedlivingsc.com

999 W. Union Road, West Union, SC 29696