Keep in mind, however, that each individual is different and therefore what might be the best living arrangements for an elderly person may not work for someone else. Here are some tips to help you approach this task.
- Locate an elderly person in your locality or community and arrange a meeting to discuss their day and what limitations they have.
- In the course of your conversation, you can ask them about any financial limitations or physical handicaps they may have, along with any resources and support that are available.
- A report of 4-5 pages should be prepared based on all the data you have. It will discuss the main limitations that an elderly person faces, as well as the contributing factors, and offer suggestions to overcome them.
- It is important to consider the person’s limitations and available resources before deciding which type of living arrangement would be most suitable. You should consider their finances, abilities and support systems.