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How have you decided when is the appropriate time to move a loved one to memory care?

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St. Paul, MN

My loved one is in the later part of the middle stage, and needs help with all daily living skills, has difficulty communicating, sleeps a lot, sundowns, etc.

December 30, 2025
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Is there any right time I can't answer that I had two neighbors with dementia one was really good at hiding it..her daughter blames herself for not staying she spent the last month with her as she was transferred from rehab to die at home..my other neighbor is who I care for she has an occasional crazy day but at 77 she's pretty active and is still sharing stories sometimes she tells me she doesn't have a long time left...I get her out daily we walk laugh and try to enjoy whatever time we both have left..You know when you can no longer care for your spouse then it's time you're not quitting or giving in you're being responsible for the care they now need

January 6
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When is the right time to move a loved one with Alzheimer's to memory care?

Based on what you're describing, it sounds like you're facing a very common and difficult decision. During the middle stages of Alzheimer's, individuals typically need 24-hour supervision for safety.

Signs that it may be time to consider memory Show Full Answer

When is the right time to move a loved one with Alzheimer's to memory care?

Based on what you're describing, it sounds like you're facing a very common and difficult decision. During the middle stages of Alzheimer's, individuals typically need 24-hour supervision for safety.

Signs that it may be time to consider memory care include:

* Your loved one can no longer be safely cared for at home
* The physical or emotional demands of caregiving have become overwhelming
* Their health needs are increasing beyond what can be managed at home
* A structured setting with social interaction would improve their quality of life

Since your loved one needs help with all daily living skills and is experiencing significant symptoms like communication difficulties and sundowning, these are strong indicators that memory care might be appropriate now.

A myALZteam member shared: "Moving my wife into managed care was the hardest decision I have ever made. I lasted as long as I could until her safety and my health started to be affected... Now, I walk out of her place every day, knowing she is in good hands."

Your loved one's healthcare provider can help you evaluate the situation objectively and determine if now is the right time. It's never too early to start visiting facilities to understand your options.

December 30, 2025

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