Each one of us is on our own path as we age and our personal, unique health and financial factors determine when and how we move on.
In moving from independent living to assisted living, we must be prepared to address “the four most important questions.” These were answered with Corky’s unique health and financial factors in mind:
Prepare to Address the Four Most Important Questions:
1. Adequate finances to afford Heritage Woods?
Yes, with the Illinois Supportive Living Program at Heritage Woods, Corky will receive personal care and other services, so that he can live in his own apartment safely and in good health for many, many years. Living at Heritage Woods will enable Corky to maintain his dignity, allow for privacy, and provide expanded opportunities to engage in social activities of his choice.
2. Loss of independence?
No, he will have as much independence as he can handle. 24-hour staff are available to meet Corky’s safety and health needs. However, this staff assistance is not ever-present or overbearing. They intervene only when necessary. Finally, he will choose the Heritage Woods activities he wants to participate in - probably resulting in a multitude of friends who will be right on his doorstep!
3. Loss of old friends with this move?
No, transportation options are available so that Corky will be able to meet his high school friends monthly. In addition to his apartment there is a private dining room, an outdoor patio, and a gazebo where his friends can come to visit. Heritage Woods also offers community events, and, again, he can invite his friends. Finally, Corky will still have internet access to maintain contact with his Facebook friends.
4. Loss of possessions required in the transition from current apartment to Heritage Woods?
Yes, he will need to be selective about his
possessions and many will not be making the move. Corky will be Life-sizing. First, he will select the
possessions he needs and uses daily. Then he will then select his most treasured
sentimental items. Life-sizing means he will focus on selecting possessions that will make his life more manageable and enjoyable in his new apartment - a better LIVING environment.
“People first, then money, then things!”
