A Guide to Downsizing for Seniors
Trying to decide whether to downsize to another home, age in place or move into assisted living? Health, financial reasons, or safety - no matter what you choose, the process can be stressful and challenging.
Nursing Homes vs. Assisted Living
First, let’s be clear - assisted living differs greatly from a nursing home. In Alabama, assisted living is a licensed health and safety solution for senior adults. This option is excellent for mostly independent seniors who need to downsize. Assisted living doesn’t provide 24-hour supervision but includes health and safety monitoring while helping with a few daily tasks. Unlike nursing homes, seniors in assisted living operate freely.
Choosing which works best for you is a personal decision. If you don’t need comprehensive care, assisted living may be your best choice. There are plenty of options for senior living here in the Crestline-Irondale community of the Birmingham metro area.
Tips for Downsizing
Although the process can be stressful, downsizing can make life safer, easier, and less financially taxing. Downsizing can simplify your lifestyle, cut costs, or allow you to move closer to friends and family. Click here for a helpful tool from Fair Haven for comparing assisted living costs versus staying in your home.
As you begin to downsize, make sure you put a plan in place with goals, a timeline, and options for where you plan on moving. Deciding where you’ll move and letting that goal develop your timeline is a great place to start.
When it comes time to sell your home, you need an agent who knows the ins and outs of real estate and can also support you in this critical phase of your life. As your REALTOR®, I’ll work hard for you, ensuring you get top dollar for your home.
Assisted Living Options in Birmingham
If you’re searching for an assisted living home in Birmingham, Alabama, there are several excellent options, like Fair Haven, St. Martin’s in the Pines, and Kirkwood by the River. These are all assisted-living homes that offer different levels of care. To find one that’s right for you, try touring each home to see if you like the location and if they provide the amenities you’re looking for.
