Questions to Discover What Matters Most
A short guide to help you or your loved one explore preferences, routines, and priorities when thinking about a move or future care.
This guide is meant to be printed or saved and reviewed together.
Take your time answering these questions with your loved one. There are no right or wrong answers. The goal is simply to clarify what matters most, so your search for care options is guided by real preferences, not guesswork.
Daily Life & Routines
What does a typical day look like for you?
Are there daily activities you enjoy that you’d like to continue?
Are there routines or habits that are important to you?
Social Life & Engagement
Do you enjoy group activities or prefer one-on-one time?
What hobbies or interests do you want to keep doing?
Are there people (friends, neighbors, family) you want to stay connected with?
Living Environment & Comfort
Do you prefer quiet spaces or more lively environments?
What type of surroundings make you feel at home?
Are there pets or other animals that are important to your comfort?
Food & Dining
Are there particular foods, meals, or dining routines you enjoy?
Are there dietary needs or preferences we should keep in mind?
Safety & Health
Are there health or mobility considerations we should plan for?
Are there ways your environment could better support your independence?
Values & Lifestyle
Are there cultural, language, or religious practices that are important to you?
What does a meaningful day look like to you?
What are the small things that bring you joy or comfort?
Values & Lifestyle
Are there cultural, language, or religious practices that are important to you?
What does a meaningful day look like to you?
What are the small things that bring you joy or comfort?
Ready to turn these answers into a plan?
If you would like help using these answers to guide your search, a local senior living advisor can walk through them with you and explain which care options may fit best. Many families reach out after completing this guide, or even partway through it, when questions start to come up.
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