Despite the hustle and bustle, the holidays are special times, often uniting families from far and wide. For most, these are treasured gatherings. However, for many adult children of aging parents, they can be unsettling. When uncharacteristic changes in health, hygiene, mobility, and/or mental acuity are observed, children of elderly parents are often at a loss for what to do or where to turn.
 

The Merion, a senior living community in the heart of downtown Evanston, can help! Click below for step-by-step guidance through four major components of caring for aging parents:

• What to Watch For: Signs Your Parent May Need Help
• How to Have Constructive Conversations
• Where to Find Reputable Resources
• How to Find a Supportive Environment That Satisfies Everyone

As a premier senior living community, The Merion offers extensive services and amenities that alleviate the everyday chores your parent faces, offering a fun and engaging new lifestyle instead. And, if personal assistance is needed, we provide 24/7 home health services on-site. So, if you’ve noticed a change in your parent, take action.