2. Close-up signs that are not always visible
There are some signs that aren't always visible from a distance; particularly when you don't see the person every day.
Some clues to look for:
Weight loss. Does your loved one look and feel thinner? Are their clothes loose, or has they added wholes to their belt? There are a wide range of conditions, from depression to cancer. A person who is having trouble getting out to shop, cook , eat, take medication and even pay their bills are close up signs that its time for a residential assisted living home.
Frail. Do you feel anything unusual about your loved one’s strength and stature when you speak or hug them? Can your loved one easily get out of a chair? Does she or he seem unsteady or unable to balance when they are walking or standing?
Weight gain. Frequent causes include an injury slowing the person down such as diabetes and dementia, if you notice that your loved one is constantly eating meals or sacks all day, that’s a close up sign that it may be time to look for a residential assisted living home
Body odor. Regrettably, a close hug can also divulge changes in personal hygiene habits, which can range from memory difficulty to depression to other physical illnesses.
Changes in appearance. Does your loved one’s hair and makeup look all correct? Are their clothes clean? If your loved one is known for ironed shirts and creased pants is now wearing stained shirts and wrinkled pants that’s a close up sign that its time to look into a residential assisted living home.
Kirt Eure
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