{"id":2770,"date":"2022-07-04T11:14:27","date_gmt":"2022-07-04T18:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/?p=2770"},"modified":"2022-07-06T10:19:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T17:19:40","slug":"how-to-decide-whether-to-move-closer-to-an-elderly-loved-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/?p=2770","title":{"rendered":"How to Decide Whether to Move Closer to an Elderly Loved One"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2770\" class=\"elementor elementor-2770\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-16d0721 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"16d0721\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-88e422e\" data-id=\"88e422e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8082aa3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8082aa3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide-1024x693.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2777\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide-1024x693.png 1024w, https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide-300x203.png 300w, https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide-768x520.png 768w, https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide-1536x1040.png 1536w, https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/HowToDecide.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-360ab19 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"360ab19\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-604bc6d\" data-id=\"604bc6d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c6aa87 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6c6aa87\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><b>How to Decide Whether to Move Closer to an Elderly Loved One<\/b><\/h1><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you recognize your loved one needs your help before the situation becomes dire, it can help improve their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gaelynnshomecare.com\/blogs\/economical-trend-for-a-healthy-lifestyle-for-seniors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>quality of life<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If they do need assistance, you may want to move closer to them. Several considerations go into such a decision, and it may not be clear to you whether such a step is appropriate or too drastic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tips can help you evaluate if your loved one can benefit from you moving closer to them and providing regular assistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Signs Your Loved One Is Struggling to Cope on Their Own<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seniorsmatter.com\/signs-that-an-elderly-person-needs-help\/2491973\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>obvious, easily identifiable signs<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see if your relative is no longer able to maintain a decent quality of life without aid. These include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loss of coordination.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When an elderly person struggles to maintain their balance, they\u2019re at risk of suffering potentially catastrophic falls. When you live nearby, you can check if they\u2019re okay regularly or give them timely help if necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Forgetfulness and loss of cognitive abilities.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This can lead to unintentional, dangerous behavior, such as wandering or forgetting to take essential medication. While you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aplaceformom.com\/caregiver-resources\/articles\/mental-illness\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>perform an assessment<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your own, it\u2019s safest to seek a qualified professional\u2019s opinion when you\u2019re unsure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that other signs aren\u2019t so obvious. For example, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pewresearch.org\/fact-tank\/2020\/03\/10\/older-people-are-more-likely-to-live-alone-in-the-u-s-than-elsewhere-in-the-world\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>isolation affects elderly people<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the United States more than anywhere else in the world. But you may not be able to tell if it\u2019s affecting your loved one when you only get to see them infrequently. Given that isolation is a factor that increases the chances of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/aging\/publications\/features\/lonely-older-adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>developing severe health issues<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, pay special attention to it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Buying a New Home\u00a0<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving closer to your loved one most likely involves buying a new home, which in turn involves taking out a mortgage. When you do this, lenders calculate your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsfargo.com\/goals-credit\/smarter-credit\/credit-101\/debt-to-income-ratio\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>debt-to-income ratio<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to determine if you have the means to make regular payments and keep your account current.\u00a0Prepare for that by doing the calculations yourself. Add up your monthly debt obligations, and divide the total by your gross monthly income.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Moving Your Business<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have to relocate your business, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First, you&#8217;ll need to research the new location to make sure it&#8217;s a good fit for your business. Consider the demographics of the area, the cost of doing business, and the availability of resources like skilled labor and office space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you&#8217;ve chosen a new location, you&#8217;ll <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zenbusiness.com\/blog\/how-to-move-your-business-to-a-new-location\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>need to notify<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your customers and vendors of the change, update your website and social media accounts, and send out physical mailers if possible. Finally, you&#8217;ll need to actually move your business. This includes packing up inventory and equipment, transferring utilities and phone lines, and updating your business licenses and permits.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>What Other Options Can You Explore?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also consider hiring professionals to maintain your loved one\u2019s home so that it\u2019s more comfortable for them. One of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/cold-weather-safety-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>most crucial considerations<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is temperature and keeping the home neither too hot nor too cold. If your loved one has been complaining about an issue related to this, the windows may need repairs.\u00a0Additionally, you may also want to make alterations to your home to ensure that it\u2019s safe for aging in place. This includes taking steps to eliminate any hazards that could lead to a trip and fall, such as loose or uneven steps or slippery floors in the bathroom. Many of these changes are fairly simple and can be done quickly and affordably.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Getting Your Loved Help as Early as Possible Is Crucial<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring your loved one gets help early can help extend their lifespan and help them remain healthy and content. If moving is too taxing for you, alternatives are available to ensure your relative is taken care of. \u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/\"><u><b><i>Seniors To The Rescue<\/i><\/b><\/u><\/a><b><i> organizes projects so seniors can support animal rescues and shelters. Learn more about <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/seniorstotherescue.org\/how-to-help\/\"><b><i><u>how you can help<\/u><\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i>.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image via <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delighted-senior-father-and-adult-daughter-hugging-in-studio-3831156\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pexels<\/span><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Decide Whether to Move Closer to an Elderly Loved One If you recognize your loved one needs your help before the situation becomes dire, it can help improve their quality of life. If they do need assistance, you may want to move closer to them. 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