Assisted Living Family Guide

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The checklist families wish they had before move-in

Know what to bring, what to ask,and what still falls on you.

A practical operations guide for adult children and responsible parties moving a parent into assisted living. Built around the surprises sales tours don't mention.

Overall progress
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Stages
5
2 weeks → 30 days
Tracked items
80+
checklist · supplies · questions

What families usually miss

  • Movers deliver — they don't unpack, set up the bed, or arrange the room. That's family.
  • Transportation from rehab/hospital on admission day is rarely included in facility transport.
  • Wellness package fees are separate from the base monthly rent — and can change after assessment.
  • Incontinence supplies are usually family-supplied unless you enroll in a specific program.
  • Lost clothing and hearing aids are common — labeling is your first defense.
  • Care level increases can quietly raise the monthly bill — ask how changes are communicated.
What family handles
  • •Unpacking & room setup
  • •Labeling clothing
  • •Reordering personal supplies
  • •Outside appointments & transport
  • •Billing review & advocacy
What the facility handles
  • •Daily wellness checks & 24-hour staff
  • •Emergency response (pendant/pull cord)
  • •Housekeeping, laundry, linens
  • •Dining, maintenance, scheduled transport
  • •Medication administration (per care plan)

How to use this guide

Work through the tabs in order. Everything saves automatically on this device — no account needed. Use Print for a clean checklist to bring on move-in day or share with siblings.