Depending upon the situation, we can place clients within hours or begin the process of determining your loved ones needs, your timeline, and then visit communities. The goal is a smooth transition, but we understand there are times of crisis.

Simply said, our services are free. We receive compensation from the senior living communities.

Cost for senior living varies, with Independent Living being the least expensive and Memory Care the most. Keep in mind, the more care your loved one needs the more expensive it will be. If you have Long Term Care insurance, some of the cost may be covered depending upon your policy. Most communities are private pay, meaning you pay out of pocket. Medicare does not pay for senior living.

Call us immediately and we'll get you the help you need. When a loved one is in the hospital or skilled nursing facility, medical staff are helpful in completing the medical paperwork required for the transition to senior living communities.

One of the toughest questions from adult children and seniors alike. When is it time for senior living? For many, the transition to senior living is so overwhelming that people remain in their homes until there is a life changing "event". That event can be a fall that lands them in the hospital or a loved one with memory loss has wandered away from home and gotten lost. Please see our Red Flags section.

Just when you think you've tackled the harder "talks" with kids or colleagues, now you need to talk to your loved one about senior living communities. But how? Nothing feels so tough as the conversation about senior living. First and foremost, let your loved one know you are worried about them. Share a couple of examples, such as; leaving the stove on, not paying bills, getting lost while driving, forgetting to take medications, a fall etc. Remember, seniors often feel attacked and overwhelmed when their adult children try to convince them to move. Thus, they get defensive and shutdown. Please understand these talks take compassion and real concern on your part. One conversation rarely convinces a senior to move out of their home, but opening the dialogue and engaging them in next steps goes a long way. I can help.

We have trusted partners who assist in moving seniors and understand the emotional weight of the transition.

No worries, we'll work with you by phone, Zoom, text, and email to find the right senior living community.

Skilled Nursing offers 24-hour skilled nursing care and medical services administered by licensed nurses and support professionals. This is the highest level of care provided that is not a hospitalization. A physician oversees the care of the individual. Trained staff assist with activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, feeding, using the bathroom and getting in and out of bed. Physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy are available. Regular monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, or blood sugar. And, IV therapy, Wound and post-surgery care. Injected medications. Information provided by: https://careavailability.com/senior-living/skilled-nursing/california-skilled-nursing-facilities/

Medicare is a federal health insurance for people over the age of 65+. Medicare can pay for hospitalizations, physical, occupational, & speech therapies, prescriptions, and some medical supplies, but does not pay for room and board. Senior living communities are private pay, meaning you pay out of pocket.

Medi-Cal is Califorina's version of Medicaid. Funded by federal and state taxes, Medi-Cal offers medical services to children and adults with limited income or resources. Visit our Resources page to help you discover more Medi-Cal services and resources.

Hospice care is for people with terminal illnesses with a life expectancy of 6 months or less as describe by a physician. Hospice focuses on treating the progressing symptoms of the illness and providing comfort support. Hospice creates a care plan focused not only on the physical needs of a person, but additionally, their spiritual, emotional, and psychological needs are addressed. In most cases, Medicare, Medi-Cal, and private insurance pays for Hospice services. You do not need to move out of your home to receive Hospice support. You may receive Hospice support in your home, hospital, assisted living, or an skilled nursing facility.