By Amanda Roberts The best part of being a Senior Care Advisor is seeing the relief in my client’s families after they’ve talked to me and I let them know I can help by finding the best options for their loved one. Options that will meet their loved ones care needs, stays within their financial […]
Assisted Living Transition: My Neighbor Ruth
By Teresa Fischer Planning for the Future: Ruth’s Story of Acceptance and Change When I moved into my house in 2008, Ruth was the first neighbor to welcome me. She came over, introduced herself, and gave me a warm introduction to the neighborhood. We hit it off immediately, and over time, we became close friends—bonding […]
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Elder Care Advisory Services: Listening
By Kathy Kappler, RN The Role of an Elder Care Advisor: Listening, Guiding, and Easing Transitions As an Elder Care Advisor, our role goes far beyond providing recommendations for senior care or housing. We must consider every aspect of our clients’ needs, wants, and desires, working to fulfill them through personalized, one-on-one service. Building trust […]
Local Elder Care Advisor Helps Elders Complete Their Perfect Puzzle
By Jessica Claybrook Helping a Family Find the Perfect Senior Care Solution Recently, I had the pleasure of working with a gentleman seeking guidance for his 91-year-old mother. He and his brother visited her several times a week, but with both of them living in East King County and their mother residing alone in SeaTac, […]
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Power of Attorney
By Amanda Holmes Being someone’s power of attorney isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Some people think they will just be responsible for finances and signing paperwork. For those who have been in this role, they know that is not the case. Recently I have had the privilege of working with a wonderful woman […]
The Doctor Says My Dad Can’t Go Home. What Should I Do Next?
By Amanda Roberts Navigating Senior Housing: Finding the Right Care for Mr. Jones Navigating the senior housing industry can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure of your loved one’s current and future care needs. With so many options and variables, families often ask the same question: “What now?” This is why families and healthcare professionals […]
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Crisis Care Solutions: It’s Not Illegal to Make Bad Decisions
By Terri Wilson It’s Not Illegal to Make Bad Decisions—But Maybe It Should Be That might sound harsh, but after years of working with seniors and families, I’ve witnessed far too many heartbreaking situations. Just this week, I experienced yet another one that shook me to the core. In this case, an adult child decided […]
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Long-Term Care Solutions: A Loving Memory
By Lois Jasmer A Heartfelt Lesson: It’s Never Too Soon, But It Can Be Too Late Today, I received the heartbreaking news that a former client of mine, Charlie, has passed away. He was a kind and vibrant man with a warm smile that could light up a room. It has taken me a while […]
Memory Loss
By Kathy Kappler, RN Memory Loss…dementia…Alzheimer’s, those are words that are frightening to hear whether it’s pertaining to you or a loved one. Personally, I lost a sister to Alzheimer Disease. Prior to her diagnosis I worked directly with families dealing with any and all forms of memory loss. As I slowly saw symptoms in […]
Special People
By Kathy Kappler There are many benefits of working with our great seniors. I would have to say one of greatest benefit is the wonderful people we meet. I have the privilege of assisting a very special gentleman. This Gentleman is 97 and while he doesn’t admit it he is certainly a local celebrity. For […]
