Are Your Aging Parents Still Living Alone?

Most parents want to stay in their home as long as possible.

And most adult children want to respect that.

But sometimes the signs that something is changing are easy to miss — especially when you don't see Mom or Dad every day.

Here are 8 signs you shouldn't ignore:

✓ The house isn't being maintained like it used to be.

✓ The mail is piling up or bills are being missed.

✓ The refrigerator is empty or food is expired.

✓ Their balance has changed — falls, stumbling or unsteadiness.

✓ The car has unexplained new dents or scratches.

✓ Their routine is changing — missed medications, appointments or familiar tasks.

✓ Their world is getting smaller — they're going out less or becoming increasingly isolated.

✓ Your gut is telling you something has changed.

One sign may mean nothing.

Several together? It may be time for a conversation.

You don't have to start with, “It's time to move.”

Start with:

“Mom, Dad... how are things really going here?”

Because the best time to start talking about what's next is before a crisis makes the decision for you.

Scot Aubinoe
Helping Families Move Forward
Raleigh • Cary • Apex

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