Uprooting your life and moving to a new home is definitely difficult. However, moving or transitioning can be managed easily if you know what to expect and trust the facility you are moving into. You may feel frustrated and sad that you’re no longer able to stay in and maintain your current home, but eventually, you’ll realize the benefits of the move. Harmony Residential Care Center in Ivy Grove SC guarantees that your choice to move with us will be the best one you’ll make. We ensure our residents top quality care and service in our state our state of the art yet comfortable residences.

We at Harmony Residential Care Center in Ivy Grove SC understand that leaving your home can make you feel anxious and vulnerable, which is why we will do everything to help you easily feel at home and adjust in our community. To help with the adjustment period, here are a few tips to help you cope with the move.

• Make your accommodations or room as homey as possible – place photos, sentimental decorations and furniture in your new home. Make it feel as familiar and relaxed as possible and try capture and recreating the same mood, texture and tone of your previous home.
• Prepare early – once you’ve decided on moving, make sure to allow ample time to pack all the essentials and valuables. Giving enough time to pack will ensure that you have enough room to decide on what you will bring to your new abode. Avoid last-minute-packing stress.
• Tour and get familiar with the facility – before your actual move, visit the place and take a tour. Start getting to know the staff and start familiarizing the place.

Get to know your new neighbors – you may be tempted to just stay in your new home but you’ll feel comfortable much quicker if you meet the other residents and participate in activities. You will spend most of your time with your new neighbors so it’s a good idea to socialize.

• Always communicate with your family and friends – to avoid feeling homesick, maintain constant contact with your children, relatives and friends.
  Always keep them updated on your condition.
• Have something to entertain you in your room – if it’s allowed, provide a television or radio in your room to keep you entertained. Also have magazines, books, newspaper or arts and crafts available.

Moving to a residential care facility is like opening a new chapter of your life. It may be scary, but it can also be exciting. You are opening your door to a new environment, new experiences, new friendships and new interests. Do not ever feel like you’re losing your independence, in fact, you’re experiencing a new enlivening challenge. We guarantee at Harmony Residential Care Center in Ivy Grove SC, you will have a relaxed, homey and peaceful retirement.