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1. When considering to move an elderly family member into a long-term facility, make sure the primary provider (person taking care of the patient consistently) is extremely comfortable with this taking place. This is all based on the condition of the patient, and the readiness of the primary provider.

2. The factors needing to be considered when seeking long-term care for a family member with dementia, is solely based on a full explanation of why, and an agreement between both the family member, and primary provider (person taking care of the patient consistently). Make sure everyone's ok with the move.

3. Preparing the family member for the move is quite simple. Keep the wellist-known family member close to the dementia patient before during, and slightly after the move. Do anything you can to make the patient comfortable.

4. Helping the patient adjust is also pretty simple. Upon arriving at the facility, play a variety of games with the patient, keep they're mind fresh, and most importantly, stay with them closely for they first few weeks. Then, if needed, you can back off to get things done that are needed to be done in the outside world.

5. Bonds between staff and your family member will quickly form within the first week. This is all based on the patient, and how open they are about their situation. Make sure the guarantor keeps in good contact with the facility, so communication is open.