How to Know It’s Time for Senior Living

When is it time to move into senior living—and how do you even begin to plan for it? In this episode, Ron Braun from CarePatrol breaks down everything you need to know. From understanding different care levels and licensing, to spotting red flags in the home, Ron shares how families can avoid crisis-mode decisions and make smart, compassionate plans. If you’re a caregiver, adult child, or simply planning ahead, this episode will help you cut through the noise and feel confident in your next steps.

Chapters:

00:00 – Catching Up + Gardening Hacks

04:00 – Meet Ron Braun: What Is CarePatrol?

05:30 – When Is It Time to Consider Senior Living?

09:00 – How to Plan Ahead (Without Regret)

17:15 – Assisted Living vs Memory Care Explained

29:45 – Reframing Guilt: From Caregiver to Loved One

43:00 – Activities, Ponies & Picking the Right Fit

Resources:

Connect with Ron: https://carepatrol.com/kcmo/

Explore Adaptive Equipment: https://www.asksamie.com/

Caregiver Training by OTs: https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com/

More episodes: https://www.carelabpodcast.com/