Family
Resources

Family Resources

How do I know when it is time?

At Alden Ponite, we’re here to help. We often consult with families trying to understand “when home is no longer enough” for their loved one, and we strive to make finding the right answer as easy as possible. Is your loved one showing some of these signs in the following areas?

Personal Hygiene

Decreased attention to personal care

Not bathing regularly

Wearing the same clothes day after day

Difficulty getting in and out of the shower or tub

Difficulty getting on and off the toilet

Household

Falling behind on bills

Old mail piling up

Calls from creditors

Neglecting housework, laundry and home repairs

Confining his or herself to only a few rooms in the house

Hoarding

Nutrition & Exercise

Skipping regular meals

Lack of food in the house

Not exercising

Memory Loss

Diminished communication skills

Repeating questions or statements

Frequently misplacing items

Trusting strangers or falling for scams

Wandering away from home

Medication Concerns

Forgetting to take medications

Running out of medications or not properly ordering medications

Holding on to expired medications

Lack Of Socialization

Excessive moodiness, crying or anxiety

Insomnia or excessive sleeping

Losing touch with friends or becoming isolated

A loss of interest in regular activities

Loss of mobility

Fear

Becoming increasingly paranoid and/or fearful of others

Afraid to be alone, especially at night

Becoming increasingly dependent on family members

Believing that the neighborhood is not as safe as it used to be

 

The Schonberg Care Assessment

We often consult with families trying to determine when home is no longer enough for mom or dad. Each situation is different, but we generally encourage families to assess the following areas:

Current Living Environment - Is it safe for your loved one to navigate independently?

Normal Ambulation - Is he / she having difficulty walking, moving around, or with falling?

Daily Living Habits - Is he / she having difficulty with routine needs such as dressing, grooming, bathing or taking medications?

Caregiver's Capacity - Is the constant care required of an elderly parent beyond the primary caregiver's physical capabilities? Has the caregiver become overwhelmed in their new role?

Has the caregiver become impatient or irritable in their new role?

Social Engagement - Would ongoing activity and programming and increased social interaction and stimulation improve your loved one’s happiness and sense of well-being?

Quality of Life - Would placement outside the home result in more enjoyable visits and outings between your loved one and primary family caregiver(s)?

If your answer to any of these questions is yes, we can help. We invite you to contact us to discuss these issues with your loved one and to learn more about our community and what we are able to offer. We are happy to provide further insight and guidance regarding your loved one’s unique situation and needs.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions 

Frequently 
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Senior 
Resources

Senior Resources

Alzheimer's Association

Hattiesburg Area Development Partnership

National Association Of Social Workers

Mississippi Department Of Mental Health

Schonberg Care