How to Afford Senior Housing: Unlocking Veterans Benefits and More One of the biggest concerns families face when searching for senior housing is, “How can we afford this?” With costs ranging from $2,500 to over $8,000 per month, senior living can quickly become overwhelming, and unfortunately, many people don’t plan for it. However, there […]
Plan for Long Term Care
Most of us think about retirement, and make some planning. But fewer than half of Americans plan for long term care! Yet 70% of people over 65 need some type of long term care. Unfortunately, this often leaves adult children and other relatives struggling with “What do I do? Where do I turn?” when their loved […]
Medicaid for Seniors
As many are aware, one of the things Concierge Care Advisors prides itself on is being able to help seniors who are on a fixed- or low-income and receiving Medicaid. For these seniors and their families, we do not receive any compensation whatsoever, but are eager to help them find quality senior housing all the […]
How Senior Care Advisors Differ From Realtors
Senior Care Advisors vs. Realtors: How Concierge Care Advisors Go Beyond Traditional Placement Services When explaining what senior care advisors do, we often compare our role to that of realtors. While this analogy provides a helpful starting point, it doesn’t capture the full scope of what our senior care advisors at Concierge Care Advisors offer. […]
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How Care Advisors Differ From Realtors (Part 3)
In this article, we go over the other huge difference between realtors and our senior care advisors. We’re Here for You Even After the Moving Process This is by no means meant to make realtors look like bad people. When last I checked, only something like 7% of Americans buy/sell homes without a realtor and […]
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How Care Advisors Differ from Realtors (Part 2)
In our previous post, we talked about how our senior care advisors differ from realtors in that they do not always get paid for the families they place in senior living communities. In this article, we continue to explore the differences. We Are Not Afraid to Say “No” When you’re working with a realtor, banker, […]
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Avoiding Senior Care Referral Agency Pitfalls
Choosing the Right Senior Care Referral Agency Finding the right senior living community can be a daunting task, especially when navigating the complexities of care options, costs, and safety. While many referral agencies aim to simplify this process, not all operate with the same level of integrity. Knowing what to look for can help you […]
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Ensuring Quality in Adult Family Homes
June 11, 2012 Supporting Excellence in Long-Term Care At Concierge Care Advisors, we believe in the importance of maintaining the highest standards in adult family homes (AFHs) and other long-term care (LTC) options. While recent reports, such as The Seattle Times’ Seniors for Sale series, have highlighted troubling incidents, it’s crucial to recognize that these […]
The Cost of Caregiving: Raising Wages and Awareness
People have been talking about Maria Shriver’s documentary, Paycheck to Paycheck: The Life and Times of Katrina Gilbert. Of course, the subject of the documentary is Katrina Gilbert, a single mother of three working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). She provides senior care for those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. It’s a physically […]
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Nursing Homes in Edmonds, Washington
Nursing Homes in Edmonds, WA: Comprehensive, Compassionate Care for Seniors Choosing the right care for your loved one can feel overwhelming, but nursing homes Edmonds, Washington, offer a trusted solution. These communities provide room, board, nutritious meals, exercise programs, and customized care designed to address both physical and emotional well-being. At their core, these […]
