Posts Tagged ‘Assisted Living’

Dear Grassflower: I know this is kind of a trivial question, but I visit Dad at his dementia home kind of regularly, and it’s pretty obvious he’s not the guy he used to be. He really doesn’t understand even the most mildly engaging conversation, and we can only talk for so long about the weather. I feel like as his mind fades away, I’m filling the void with nonsense and trivia, and it’s driving me insane. I need something for us to DO! I’m sure I also need a mental adjustment but I don’t know where to start!- Rob K., Maryland

Dear Grassflower: I’m planning this month to move Mom to assisted living. Previously, she and Dad lived in a 1500 sq. ft. house, but the rooms at assisted living are only about 250 sq. ft. She’s already allowed me to clear out some of her stuff in preparation for the move, but I don’t know how I’m going to reduce everything she owns by 6x! Please help!

– Alice B., Nebraska