Moving to a Phoenix, Arizona group home can be a major transition for seniors and family members alike. This can be a difficult transition because you are giving up direct oversight of the health and safety of your loved one, while they are transitioning to the next part of their life, which often means losing their home, parting with many possessions, and coming to terms with this phase of their life. Working with a senior placement company in Phoenix, like Integrity Senior Placement, can help make this transition easier for everyone involved.

When moving to a group home, it is important to understand what to expect. How should things run? What should they look like? What do I need to bring? First and foremost, group homes are required to provide a space that is safe, clean, comfortable, and home-like. The purpose of this is to be less of an “institution” and feel more like a home so that residents can have a space they feel safe and comfortable in.

It’s a good idea to visit the room prior to moving. This allows you to know how much space you’ll have, where to find it, and how to get there. It’s important to note that there should be enough space to move a wheelchair or other mobility aids, as well as for caregivers to safely transfer and care for residents. Also, check to see if furniture can be moved around or moved out to make space for personal possessions.

While most group homes provide basics as far as linens and things like that, make sure to pack personal items as well, such as clothing, personal toiletries, preferred linens and blankets, personal electronic devices, decorations, and favorite things. Also, make sure your loved one has personal items related to hobbies they may have, as well as religious texts and items, if they are religious.

Knowing what to expect and what to bring can make a difficult transition a little smoother. So can working with senior living placement organizations in Phoenix, like Integrity Senior Placement. This can make a difficult, sad transition into a positive change that will help your loved one achieve a healthy and happy quality of life.