What Does Assisted Living Include? Questions to Ask Before Mom Signs

Every community does things a little differently. Before Mom signs, ask about each of these so there are no surprises later. Your MoveMyMom Advisor can help with every step, and our help is always at no cost to families.

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1. Care as Mom's needs change

How do you decide how much help Mom needs, and how often do you check again?

2. Medications

Who helps Mom with her medications, and how?

3. Personal care

What help with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care is part of her plan?

4. Laundry and housekeeping

How often? Is Mom’s personal laundry included?

5. Transportation

Do you drive residents to doctor appointments? How far, and how often?

6. Meals

How many meals a day? Can Mom eat in her apartment when she isn’t feeling well? Can you handle a special diet?

7. Moving in together

If Mom and Dad move in together, how does care work for two?

8. A hospital or rehab stay

What happens with Mom’s apartment if she’s in the hospital or rehab for a while?

9. Changes to the agreement

How much notice do you give before anything in the agreement changes?

10. Moving out

How much notice is needed if Mom moves out?

Read the Residency Agreement Before Move-In Day

Ask for a copy in advance, not at the move-in table. Read it with family, and ask the community to explain anything that isn’t clear.

Little Things Worth Asking About

  • Cable, phone, and internet
  • The beauty salon and barber
  • Someone to go with Mom to doctor appointments
  • Pharmacy delivery

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Frequently Asked Questions

It never hurts to ask. Do it before Mom signs, and get any changes in writing.

It depends on the community and on what Mom needs. Ask for the details in writing.

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