I'm posting this because there's a dearth of knowledge about available alternatives to staying home so you can keep your cat or dog. YES, IT IS POSSIBLE to find assisted living where you can continue your companionship with Fido, Puffy, and maybe your parakeet. My mother lived in an AL where there were many small pets and they added joy to the residents' lives.
Here's a website to help you find a place: www.petfriendlyseniorliving.com. Listing is by state.
I have personal knowledge of such places in Florida. There are at least 20 pet-friendly ALs near where I live in another state. I know of people who have taken their pets with them in California, Maryland, and North Carolina.
If you're one of those who is trying to take care of a parent who needs to be in assisted living but won't go because she can't take her Chihuahua-poo, inform her that she most certainly can be in assisted living with "Sweetbuns" at her side. Get her there. Then reclaim your life.
It’s not fair to the animal or the staff if they can’t care for them.
JoAnn, I love the idea of a mobile vet and grooming. Dog sitting services are wonderful too.
My nephew started a mobile vet service a few years back. Really took off. I see more popping up and mobile groomers. So away for AL resident to get Vet and grooming services.
I doubt if animals would be allowed in MC or Long-term care.