Transitioning to Senior Assisted Living
Q: If my mother moves to an assisted living community; who helps her meet people and get settled? It seems overwhelming for her to learn the ropes at her age. A: Moving to a new assisted living community is as challenging for families, as well as for their loved ones. Supportive families can help make […]
Downsizing for Retirement Living
Q: My parents have lived in their home forever. It’s filled with so much stuff along with family memories. They need to move to a retirement community, but don’t know where to begin. How do we overcome this roadblock? A: The first thing is to let your parents know that they are not alone! […]
VA Offers Assisted Living Assistance
VA Benefits Offer Assisted Living Assistance One of the concerns for those seeking assisted living services is how to pay for the costs associated with this type of living arrangement. At Victoria Landing, Melbourne’s new waterfront assisted living community, we have found that many families and individuals aren’t aware of benefits offered by the Department […]
The Benefits of Assisted Living
Q: My siblings think mom needs to move to an assisted living community. I’m not familiar with assisted living. What does this mean and how would it be of benefit to my mother? A: It’s good your family is thinking about your mother’s care. An assisted living community offers assistance with daily living tasks. Assisted living […]
Understanding Senior Living Communities
Q: I’m finding many different retirement communities in Melbourne. What is the difference between independent and assisted living communities? How should I determine which would be better for my dad? A: Many times families find the choices that are available for their loved ones confusing. I’m often asked to explain the differences between an independent […]
Caregiver Burnout
Q: My mother passed away and I’ve been taking care of my dad. I never knew what my mom was going through; it’s overwhelming. I never have time for myself between cooking, shopping, cleaning and taking him to the doctor. Any advice? A: Many spouses act as their loved one’s caregiver but adult children may […]
Differences Between Independent and Assisted Living
Q: I’m finding many different retirement communities in Melbourne. What is the difference between independent and assisted living communities? How should I determine which would be better for my dad? A: Many times families find the choices that are available for their loved ones confusing. I’m often asked to explain the differences between an independent […]
When to make the move to assisted living.
Florida Today published an article about making the move to assisted living. We hope that you will find this article helpful, and that it will make you think of questions you hadn’t thought to ask before. Click HERE to view the article. For additional information e-mail live@victorialanding.com or call Maxime Menzel Suchoski at 321-622-6730.
Are you or your spouse a United States Veteran?
Do you know that you may be eligible for up to $2,000 in Veterans’ Assistance to help you make the move to Victoria Landing Asssited Living? Come to our free Veteran’s Workshop to learn more! When: Thursday, March 20, 2014 Time: 5:30PM – 7:00PM At Victoria Landing Assisted Living 1279 Houston Street, Melbourne, FL 32935 R.S.V.P. […]