Michael,
That first home you described does sound very good. You have to go with your gut, with a bit of rational thought in there. I liked the way the sociologist said clothes could get mixed up, residents could get out of hand. She was being practical about what does go on. I like the staffing - 2 to 1.
Yes, it can take up to 3 months for a resident to settle in, certainly took my mother close to that time.
If you want to visit more often than they suggest, you certainly can. Perhaps just standing to the side & seeing how Monique is doing.
It's a hard time for you right now. My heart goes out to you.
Love
Joanne
That first home you described does sound very good. You have to go with your gut, with a bit of rational thought in there. I liked the way the sociologist said clothes could get mixed up, residents could get out of hand. She was being practical about what does go on. I like the staffing - 2 to 1.
Yes, it can take up to 3 months for a resident to settle in, certainly took my mother close to that time.
If you want to visit more often than they suggest, you certainly can. Perhaps just standing to the side & seeing how Monique is doing.
It's a hard time for you right now. My heart goes out to you.
Love
Joanne