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PRETZEL

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6. Maybe as an alternative to Assisted Living

Reply to csziggy (Reply #2)

Wed Nov 27, 2013, 01:27 PM

Nov 2013

would be a Senior Center in the area.

She wouldn't have to go everyday, but once or twice a week would allow her some interaction with others, be able to participate in various activities, etc.

Many centers offer transportation services or check with her county office on aging. There is more than likely a shared ride program that would transport her to and from at minimal cost.

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Keeping seniors engaged in life [View all] csziggy Nov 2013 OP

Maybe not practical but elleng Nov 2013 #1

We've talked with her about going into assisted living csziggy Nov 2013 #2

Maybe as an alternative to Assisted Living PRETZEL Nov 2013 #6

Get her a tape recorder and let her tell the story of her family and life. sinkingfeeling Nov 2013 #3

We've tried that - she just won't "talk to herself" csziggy Nov 2013 #4

I'm thinking you are trying to have her match your needs, not hers. alfie Nov 2013 #5

She IS very happy with her garden - that's why I don't want to move her csziggy Nov 2013 #7