By: Heather Souve
Assisted living is one of the most popular senior housing options, offering a perfect balance of care, security, privacy, and independence. Seniors can enjoy the convenience of staff assistance with daily chores while maintaining the freedom to come and go as they please.
However, not all assisted living communities are created equal. Without expert guidance from a care advisor, you may find yourself in a facility that, while luxurious, doesn’t meet your senior’s evolving needs. This can lead to feelings of frustration as care becomes less personalized over time.
When Assisted Living No Longer Meets Care Needs
It’s not uncommon for seniors to “outgrow” their care needs at an assisted living facility. For instance, we recently worked with a 70-year-old senior who had spent five years in an assisted living community. Her preexisting condition worsened over time, requiring more supervision and care than her current facility could provide.
On top of that, the cost of her care began to strain her budget, leaving her worried about running out of funds within two years. Adding to her concerns, the facility did not honor her care under the State COPES Program, a Washington State Medicaid program designed to support individuals who need nursing home-level care in a community or home-based setting.
Understanding the State COPES Program
The Community Options Program Entry System (COPES) waiver allows individuals to receive nursing home-level care in settings like assisted living or adult family homes. This program offers consumer direction, allowing individuals to choose their care provider rather than relying on a state-assigned provider.
Unfortunately, some assisted living facilities may exploit legal loopholes to deny COPES program participants, creating unnecessary stress for seniors and their families.
Prioritizing the Needs of Seniors
Our client emphasized her desire for independence, personal space, and privacy—non-negotiables for enjoying life in a new senior living community. Despite needing more intensive care, she wanted a private room and customized assistance without disrupting her daily routine.
Her limited budget added another layer of complexity. She feared depleting her funds within 18 months, leaving her no choice but to move to a substandard nursing home.
Finding the Perfect Solution: Adult Family Home in Everett
At Concierge Care Advisors, we specialize in helping seniors find tailored care solutions. We identified an adult family home in Everett, WA, that not only met her care needs but also respected her independence and privacy.
Through our established relationships with senior living communities, we negotiated an agreement allowing her to remain at the home on Medicaid after exhausting her funds. This solution brought her and her family immense relief.
Today, she continues to thrive in her new home, enjoying a fulfilling daily routine with the assurance of compassionate care.
Why Choose Concierge Care Advisors?
When it comes to navigating the complex world of senior living, you don’t have to go it alone. At Concierge Care Advisors, we provide free, personalized guidance to help you find the perfect senior living option for your loved one.
Whether you’re exploring assisted living, adult family homes, or other senior care options, our care advisors have the expertise to match your loved one with a community that meets their unique needs and budget.
Contact us today for peace of mind and the confidence that you’ll get it right the first time.
