Moving into a Wisconsin Senior Living CommunityElder Care Room Essentials

Elder Care Cottages provides the daily necessities for all of our residents. Each resident is provided with

  • Bedroom with private bathroom
  • 24/7 ready-to-go caregivers
  • Toilet Paper
  • Facial Tissue
  • Laundry Soap
  • Towels & washcloths
  • Laundry basket
  • Bathroom storage cart
  • Built-in armoire
  • Small garbage can

Comfortable Clothing and Accessories

When deciding what kinds of clothing to bring to a senior living community and how much, there are several practical matters that should influence your loved one’s wardrobe. The temperature inside the cottages is regulated to a level that would be perfectly comfortable for most active adults, elders tend to be cold-natured. Make sure your loved one has warm and comfortable vests, sweatshirts or jackets that can be worn with every outfit. Clothes must be easy to take off and put on and should be able to withstand lots of washing and drying.

**Note: ALL ITEMS MUST BE LABELED**

Bedroom Accessories Checklist

  • Nightstand
  • Zippered Mattress Encasement
  • Waterproof Mattress Pad
  • (2) Set of sheets w/ pillow covers
  • Comforter(s)
  • Blanket(s)
  • Plastic Hangers
  • Dresser (Space Permitting)
  • Pictures & Decorations

Clothing Checklist

  • Shirts (6-7)
  • Pants(4-5)
  • Sweaters/Sweatshirts (2-3)
  • Socks (7-8 pairs)
  • Undergarments
  • Pajamas (4-5)
  • Robe/Housecoat
  • Shoes (well fitting)
  • Jacket

General Needs Checklist

  • Toothbrush & toothpaste
  • Denture Tabs / Soaking Cup / Other denture supplies
  • Comb / Brush
  • Bodywash
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Liquid Hand Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Lotion
  • Electric Razor
  • Incontinence supplies (if applicable)
  • Shoebox-sized plastic container with lid
  • Rubbermaid container for personal food items

Please refrain from bringing items of high personal meaning regardless of monetary value. Contact us for more information.