keeping the peace during a nursing home transition

Independent living is fulfilling and exciting, and adults who may need some extra medical care during the day don't have to worry about giving that up now. Luckily, if you are moving into a new independent living space that allows you to easily access the care you deserve when you need it, you can enjoy the space as a brand new home. It's yours to enjoy and decorate any way you choose.

Decorate in Your Preferred Style

There is no reason for an independent living space to look like a sterile hospital room. It's your new home, and you should decorate it freely. Hang up your favorite works of art. Maybe even put works of art by your grandchild or pieces of art that you may have created. Put up affirmations to cheer you up. You may also opt to hang up cards or personal photographs. Decorate your space any way you want, making sure to fill your new home with things that make you happy and inspire you to live life to the fullest.

Clear the Way for Fun

Make sure that you move furniture against the wall when possible. For example, arrange your main room so that the back of the sofa faces the wall, then that leaves you with a lot more room, whether you want to play board games around the coffee table or allow the grandkids to have sleepovers with slumber bags on the living room floor. The more floor space you have, the more spacious the interior of your independent living space appears overall.

Some other tips to ensure that your home remains looking spacious are as follows:

• Set ground rules in your home that require everyone to pick up anything they put on the floor. If you have grandkids who frequently visit and who will struggle with following the rule, establish a system of rewards for those who do for a little extra motivation.
• Vacuum once per week so the large floor area doesn't become messy.
• Have an attractive bin in every room for clutter. If you have a wicker bin in the living room, nobody will realize its purpose. It will just look like a nice part of the décor. Its secret purpose, however, can be for throwing anything in that does get left on the floor. That way, you always have easy access to a clean floor without a lot of fuss.

Finally, keep in mind that an independent living space should express the tastes and preferences of its inhabitant. You don't need to worry about impressing anyone but yourself and your family members. These steps can easily help you enjoy the beauty and potential of your home more, but, in the end, how you want to decorate your home is up to you. Embrace what you truly want for your home and make those desires a reality. If you're looking for an independent living facility, contact Kind-er Care, Inc.