My mom is very content and happy in her Assisted Living. I should count my blessings. But the last time we visited (socially distanced), it seemed to shake her up, like we were a reminder of the outside world she has largely forgotten.

Does anyone have advice for visits at this stage? We bring her a fancy coffee and flowers from our garden, and keep conversation light. She enjoys the visits.

I was thinking of bringing a photo album next time. Now I’m reconsidering. She will likely remember the people, but not the events. My dad passed away years ago. I’d hate for her to ask where he is.

I would love to play her some music, but our visits are outdoors. Just looking for advice on later stage visits. Mom can’t really engage in conversation due to very limited memory, but she listens.