Supporting a Loved One

If you are helping with the transition of a loved one, we support you!  Our goal is to make their transition as easy as possible.  There are a few guiding principles that can help you, which are explored in detail in some of the links below.  Some common themes are: 

• take time and don’t rush the process or the decisions,
• increase the communication and provide choices,
• plan together,
• enlist the help of friends and relatives,
• help your loved ones make their new place their own,
• visit often!

Here are some links that you may find helpful:

7 Tips to Help your Loved One Adjust to Assisted Living

Tips for Moving Elderly Parents

Helping Loved Ones Adjust to Retirement Community Living

We are Here to Help

As always, if you have any questions, contact Kelly at 905.459.3333, Ext. 5250, or at admissions@hch.ca.