“Don’t wait for a crisis to start exploring your senior living options,” advises Andie Bakehouse, Residency Coordinator for Bria Communities Senior Living. Every day, Andie connects with seniors as they explore the options for their next chapter. “Change is always easier when you understand your choices and find the right fit before it becomes urgent.”

Which Senior Living Option is Right for You?

Take this simple assessment to help determine the best senior living option for you or your loved one.

Living at Home Without Support

✔ Can you manage the housework, yard work, and chores on your own?
✔ In an emergency situation, like a kitchen fire, do you know what to do?
✔ Do you have a strong social network that keeps you engaged daily?

➡️ If you answered yes to these, staying at home without additional support may be a good option for now.

Living at Home with Home Care Support

✔ Do you need some help with personal or medical needs that can be provided at home?
✔ Is your home adapted for your mobility and safety needs?
✔In an emergency situation, like a kitchen fire, do you know what to do?

➡️ If yes, home care services may be the right choice, allowing you to stay at home with professional support.

Independent Senior Living Community / Retirement Living Residence

✔ Would you feel more secure knowing help is available 24/7?
✔ Do you want convenient access to programs and activities that support your health and wellness?
✔ Would you enjoy freedom from cooking, housekeeping, and yard work?

➡️ If yes, an independent senior living community might be the perfect fit. These residences offer a worry-free lifestyle with built-in support and social opportunities.

Assisted Living Community

✔ Do you require help with daily personal care or medical needs, including scheduled and unscheduled support?
✔ Do memory challenges make it difficult to live without the support or family or care providers?
✔ Do mobility or physical limitations impact your ability to manage daily tasks?

➡️ If yes, assisted living provides personalized care in a supportive environment.

Long-Term Care Home/Nursing Home

✔ Has cognitive decline impacted decision-making and created safety concerns?
✔ Are basic self-care tasks like toileting and hygiene becoming unmanageable?
✔ Do you need the peace of mind of nursing staff available to you 24/7?

➡️ If yes, a long-term care home may be the best option, providing around-the-clock professional medical and personal support.

Your Path to Peace of Mind

“These are some of the key questions I use to guide seniors and their families in making informed decisions about senior living options,” says Andie. “Each situation is unique, but knowing the basic choices helps make the way forward clearer.”

Bria Communities offers four independent senior living communities and two private long-term care homes in Langley and South Delta. Our team is here to help you explore your options and find the right fit.

Contact us today to explore your senior living options and find the right fit for you or your loved one.

This article is for informational purposes only. If you’re considering a change in living arrangements, consult your family doctor for professional advice.