Continue Your Close Relationship With Your Loved One.
If you or your loved one is considering a move to a senior living community, you may wonder what role family members have in their new community — will you feel included and welcomed, too? Other questions that may arise are whether they will enjoy living at their new community. How long will it take to adjust and feel comfortable? And how can you help them embrace the start of this new chapter?
Your questions are completely understandable — and at Highpoint at Cape Coral, we’re here to help make this transition as smooth and comfortable as possible. We believe that family members play a vital role in our close-knit community. Whether it’s connecting with residents or building relationships with our caring associates, there are many meaningful ways to stay involved and feel at home. Here are some suggestions for getting involved:
- Help staff members get to know your loved one. You can help community caregivers learn more about your loved one. It can be as easy as helping and encouraging your loved one to share about their family history, experiences, likes and dislikes.
- Take time to visit with caregivers and staff. Spending time with your loved one should be your priority when visiting, but you’ll both enjoy learning about the people at their new community. You’ll often find common interests as you get acquainted with staff members and learn about their own families, aspirations and hobbies.
- Be active in the community. Senior living communities typically are very open to family involvement, and Highpoint is no exception. By joining community events or volunteering, you’ll meet even more of your loved one’s neighbors and caregivers. And stay up-to-date with community communications; by doing so, you’ll always know what’s on the schedule for your loved one.
- Plan for special occasions. You can arrange your own events for or with your loved one. Consider reserving a private dining room or other gathering space for a special celebration. Bring in treats for their birthday or anniversary – it’s not only fun for you and your loved one, but also provides an additional opportunity to interact with other residents and associates.
- Make regular visits and communication a priority. Staying in close contact with your loved one helps them feel connected and cared for. It can be helpful to schedule your visits during “free time” so they don’t miss out on any special activities. While it can be more challenging for long-distance family members to feel involved, Highpoint at Cape Coral is committed to making it as easy as possible for family members to get involved, no matter the distance or circumstances.