Long-Distance Dilemma: Choosing an Albuquerque Assisted Living Community When You Live Out of State
In today’s world, it’s common for adult children to live in a different city or state from their aging parents. We understand the specific needs and challenges facing long-distance families who need to find assisted living or memory care for a parent. At Amaran Senior Living we provide you with everything you need to make such an important decision. Here are a few tips to help you consider this option.
Why Albuquerque?
With its rich history, thriving arts scene, and abundant community events, Albuquerque offers retirees a vibrant lifestyle that can greatly enhance their quality of life. The city’s climate, with about 300 days of sunshine each year, mild winters, and low humidity, encourages an active, outdoor lifestyle that’s perfect for seniors. Albuquerque’s relatively low cost of living also makes it an attractive choice for retirees. For adult children living elsewhere, knowing that their parents will enjoy a comfortable, engaging environment with plenty to do can bring peace of mind, ensuring they live a fulfilling and active retirement.
Research and Tour Virtually
About 15% of family caregivers in the U.S. live an hour or more away from their care recipient, amounting to roughly 5 million long-distance caregivers. This distance can make it harder to assess facilities and stay involved day-to-day. Amaran Senior Living provides you with tools to facilitate the process and insure optimal communication opportunities. Use online resources to read reviews, check state inspection reports, and take virtual tours of communities’ facilities. We offer video calls or virtual walkthroughs for long-distance families. Scheduling calls with staff or directors to ask questions is a great way to feel informed and connected. It’s also wise to coordinate with local contacts (other family in New Mexico or a geriatric care manager) who can visit in person if possible.
Plan Visits Strategically
Plan an in-person visit if you can, perhaps combining it with holidays or vacation time. Visiting Albuquerque not only allows you to tour the community and meet caregivers, but also to experience the local area your parent might call home. (As a bonus, they might fall in love with Albuquerque’s charm and see why it’s so appealing for seniors!) If multiple siblings are involved, suggest taking turns visiting to share the responsibility.
Staying Involved After the Move
Staying connected to older parents after they’ve moved to long-distance senior living is made easier with the help of modern technology. Regular video chats, phone calls, and virtual visits allow families to maintain a close bond, regardless of the distance. We understand the importance of family involvement and offer tools to facilitate communication. Additionally, our community sends regular updates, newsletters, and photos to help family members feel engaged and reassured. While long-distance caregiving presents its challenges, with the right community and communication plan in place, families can ensure their loved ones remain well-cared for, happy, and connected, no matter the miles between them.
Long-distance assisted living can be beneficial for parents as it offers a secure, supportive environment where their physical, emotional, and social needs are prioritized, even when family members are far away. These communities provide professional care, ensuring daily tasks are managed with expertise, allowing parents to maintain independence while receiving necessary assistance. With modern communication tools, families can stay connected with their loved ones, ensuring peace of mind. Long-distance care also provides parents with opportunities to engage in social activities and form new friendships, contributing to their overall well-being and reducing feelings of isolation.
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