{"id":11188,"date":"2019-06-03T07:00:50","date_gmt":"2019-06-03T12:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\/blog\/?p=11188"},"modified":"2019-05-31T16:33:16","modified_gmt":"2019-05-31T21:33:16","slug":"what-to-ask-about-personal-care-in-senior-living-communities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/d30braiqprupoq.cloudfront.net\/blog\/2019\/06\/what-to-ask-about-personal-care-in-senior-living-communities\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Ask About Personal Care in Senior Living Communities"},"content":{"rendered":"

What to Ask About Personal Care in Senior Living Communities<\/h1>\n

Last Updated:<\/strong> June 3, 2019<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a topic you may not think about while you\u2019re helping your parents or senior loved ones find a senior community: beauty and grooming. Salon services and spa treatments may seem a little frivolous compared to certification and the community\u2019s menus, but a little help with self-care can help seniors feel better and enjoy richer social lives\u00a0while maintaining\u00a0their health.\"What<\/p>\n

To find a senior living community that supports these goals, ask these questions about personal care services:<\/p>\n

1. Are other grooming services available?<\/h3>\n

The community salon may also offer men\u2019s beard trims and women\u2019s brow and lip waxing, along with special-occasion hair and makeup. Some communities also have onsite spas where residents can choose from a variety of massage and skin care treatments.<\/p>\n

2. Can residents get manicures and pedicures?<\/h3>\n

Mani\/pedis aren\u2019t just for looking good. Our nails can thicken as we age, which makes DIY nail care more of a challenge. Pedicures \u2014 even without nail polish \u2014 are a must for seniors with foot problems and those who don\u2019t have the dexterity to do their own toenails. Proper nail care and regular trims can reduce the likelihood of calluses and ingrown nails that can lead to an awkward gait or pain. Diabetics can also benefit from regular foot care and nail trims, as long as the nail technician understands the\u00a0special needs of diabetic feet<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

3. What\u2019s available in the neighborhood?<\/h3>\n

If a community you otherwise like doesn\u2019t have an onsite salon or doesn\u2019t offer the services your parents want, ask if there are salons nearby and transportation available to get your folks there. Most communities offer regularly scheduled group transportation to local shops. You may also be able to hire a taxi for your folks to enjoy a spa day or a touch-up at the salon.<\/p>\n

What if your parents have a barber or stylist they\u2019re devoted to and they wouldn\u2019t dream of switching but it\u2019s hard for them to get out anymore? If the community they want to move into has a salon onsite, you may be able to hire your parents\u2019 preferred beautician to come to them \u2014 with the community’s approval. This won\u2019t be the cheapest option, because you\u2019ll be paying for the salon service plus gas and travel time, but it might be worth it.<\/p>\n

4. Where do residents get their hair done?<\/h3>\n

Many senior communities have on-site salons. Depending on the size of the community, the salon or salons may be open daily or just one or two days a week. If there\u2019s a salon on site, ask to see a service list with prices. Most salons offer haircuts for men and women plus color, permanents and styling options.<\/p>\n

Ask how far in advance your parents need to book their appointments and find out if they can set up standing appointments. In some communities,\u00a0residents meet one day a week to get their hair done<\/a><\/strong>, catch up on the latest news, and get ready for the weekend.<\/p>\n

Want to know what the country\u2019s best assisted living communities offer to their residents? Explore the SeniorAdvisor.com Senior Living Awards<\/a><\/strong>, based on family and resident reviews.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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