Watching our parent’s age can be difficult to watch. It’s particularly hard when it becomes clear they can no longer live on their own without risk of hurting themselves. Often during this emotional time, families need to make fast and informed decisions. But the task of finding the right senior living community that will meet the needs of your loved one can often be a frustrating and time-consuming task.
That’s where a Senior Living Advisor can help.
Senior Living Advisors help you get informed. Learning about why you need a senior living advisor to navigate all the possible Senior Living Options out there is a smart move that will save you time and money in the long run.
So let me explain first who we are and what we do here at Your Key To Senior Living Options.
WHY YOU NEED A SENIOR LIVING ADVISOR
As Senior Living Advisors, we help individuals and their families through the process of finding the best housing option when it’s needed, with regards to the needs and budget of our clients.
Each of our clients receives a personal and customized experience based on their needs. We take the time to understand the whole situation, the background, the emotional needs, and the wishes of both the family and the individual needing help. We then use this information to help you make the most informed decision you can about housing and/or care.
As Senior Living Advisor we know the ins and outs of the senior living communities and facilities in The Villages and surrounding area, so we are able to offer you our extensive knowledge and expertise to help you find the “just right” care facility that fits all your needs and desires.
Having the support of a Senior Living Advisor is highly recommended. The world of senior living and elder care can be big and confusing and overwhelming. We take that overwhelming situation and turn it into a streamlined process, saving time, preserving energy, and easing overwhelm.
In a nutshell, we uncomplicate the complicated.
There are several reasons why you and your family might want to consider working with a senior living advisor:
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EMOTIONS CAN BE STRAINED
Sometimes you can take your time making a decision and doing your research, but other times the decision has to be made quickly based on an immediate change in healthcare needs. This can be overwhelming and stressful to family members who have never had to make these decisions before. A difference of opinion on the best care options can cause emotions to run high between family members. A senior living advisor is better able to explain each of your options to help everyone make a decision together that they’ll all be happy with.
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THEY ARE LOCAL EXPERTS
There are senior living advisors in every community and they spend time getting to know the care facilities in their area. They interview the staff, spend time at the facility, and know the community. This allows them to answer questions you have about the care facilities in your area and provide and insider’s point-of-view on the local care facilities. They are a great resource to help you make the best decision for a care facility or at-home care in your neighborhood.
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THEY SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY
Trying to sort through your options, compare amenities, and visit each facility to finally be able to make a decision can be overwhelming and extremely confusing. A senior living advisor can provide a comprehensive list of care options, and offer insider tips on the unique features and amenities each care community has to offer. You can talk with your advisor about your specific needs and they will be able to narrow down your options and provide information about the best options for your needs, reducing the amount of time you spend researching.
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THEY OFFER PERSONALIZED ASSISTANCE
A senior living advisor can provide personalized and comprehensive information about the options that will fit all of your needs. Each family is different and they will each have different needs, but an advisor can sort through all the information you provide to personalize the assistance they offer you. Once they’ve helped you narrow down the options that are the best fit for your family, you can take your time visiting only the communities that provide what you’re looking for. The advisor will be with you throughout your decision-making process to answer any questions you may have.
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THEY HAVE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Through their experience and training, they are able to provide you the information you may not be able to find on your own. They go through continuous training by a Learning and Development team on topics of advanced caregiving to provide the best information and support for your needs. Having an experienced person helping you through a confusing and overwhelming decision-making process can make the experience stress-free.
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THEIR SERVICE IS FREE TO SENIORS AND THEIR FAMILIES
That’s right, all of this first-rate, personalized, comprehensive service is completely free to you.
But advisors need to be paid somehow so who pays them?
They are paid by the senior care communities they recommend after they help the individual and their family with the transition. It’s important to note though, not all senior care communities participate in this network so advisors may be less familiar with particular facilities and may not recommend them as often.
With all of these great reasons to work with a senior living advisor, it’s important to note there are a couple of things they don’t do:
THEY WILL NOT RUSH YOU INTO A DECISION
Personalized service means moving at their client’s pace. It doesn’t matter if you’re ready for a move or just starting to gather information. Whatever stage of the decision-making process you’re in, they can help you and provide information that is relevant to your current needs. If you do find yourself in need of making a quick and urgent decision, a senior living advisor can keep your pace and help you make an informed decision as quickly as possible.
THEY DON’T SELL YOU ON ANY ONE PARTICULAR COMMUNITY
While they are paid by the senior living communities, they do not work for any one community. They make recommendations based on your needs, not on trying to sell one community over another. They remain neutral and advocate for the best interest of the individual. Once a community is selected, the advisor will turn you over to the organization’s sales team to handle the sale of the apartment or room. But they will still be available to answer any questions you may have.
CONCLUSION
Choosing the right senior community can be confusing, overwhelming, and altogether stressful. Working with a senior living advisor can help you receive the most comprehensive information about your options so that you can make a more informed decision, reducing the stress and making the entire process easier to manage.
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And just like you, I’ve been a caregiver.
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