Making the tough decision about a care facility

MAKING AND carrying out a decision to place an older relative in an assisted living or skilled care facility can be as difficult as trying to meet their needs at home. Increase your chances of success by using these strategies:
-Decide whether it is time to switch from providing and overseeing care yourself to delegating most of the hands-on care and socialization to a care
facility team. Consider both your relative's and your own capabilities and needs, as well as resources to help with such a decision and transition.
Get guidance and support for your decision. Anticipate how such a change will affect your daily life and feeling of responsibility. If you have been motivated by a do-it-yourself attitude or by guilt, are you prepared to let go and accept your decision?
-Determine the appropriate level of care for your relative.