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We work with families nationwide, with team members located from coast to coast. We can meet with families virtually, attend community tours via video chat, and connect you with senior living professionals in any state to assist with the entire transition process.

Not everyone's story unfolds quite the same, however there are many similarities. Our trained Senior Transition Specialists are here to guide you and advise you with every step along the way. If level of care changes, we will help you navigate what is next for your family and loved one.

1. Inability to maintain daily activities like showering, dressing, eating, laundry, grooming (also known as Activities of Daily Living or ADLs) 2. Inability to maintain the home: decline in cleanliness, burners still on after cooking, odd things in fridge or cupboard 3. Forgetting medications: finding expired or stockpiled medications in the home, or if they're simply forgetting to take their medications (or double-dosing because they forgot they already took it) 4. Change in personality: differences in mood, or loss of interest in things that were once fun. You may also noticed they become withdrawn from friends or family. 5. Changes in eating habits: lack of quality in meals, expired food in the pantry, empty shelves in fridge 6. Inability to manage finances: mail is piling up, bills are being neglected, receiving calls from collections 7. Increasing number of accidents or injuries: unexplained bruising or minor wounds, increase in reported falls or incidents 8. Decrease in confidence while driving: avoiding driving or driving less; dents and scratches in the car, garage door, or mailbox

Nope! Our placement and transition services are completely free for families. We're paid by the communities we work with - never by you.

Senior living options can be confusing. Let's break it down: Active Living: A residential community designed for older adults who are generally independent and desire an active lifestyle with opportunities for social interaction and recreational activities. Commonly, these are apartment-style communities with robust amenities and accommodations. Independent Living: Small, apartment-like communities equipped with kitchens, laundry facilities, a gym, an exciting event calendar, chef-prepared meals, excursions, transportation, and housekeeping. There is no nurse on staff at this type of community. Assisted Living: A residential community designed for seniors who need some help with ADL's like personal care, meals, and medications--but do not require full-time medical care. These types of residences are similar to an apartment, with medical staff on site. Memory Care: A specialized community supporting seniors with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive impairments. These communities provide a secure environment, with specially trained staff, and activities that enhance cognitive function and reduce confusion or agitation in residents. Residential Care Home: A small, home-like setting that provides personalized care for seniors. These homes often house a small number of residents (typically between 4 and 10 people) and assist with ADLs. These settings are more intimate, with a higher caregiver-to-resident ratio. In-Home Care: These service providers assist seniors with either medical or non-medical needs, to be able to age in place at home. Non-medical in-home care includes assistance with household tasks, ADLs, and companionship. Medical in-home care refers to those who receive therapy, wound care, or other skilled nursing care typically in an acute setting after surgery or a hospital stay. Nursing Home or Long Term Care Community: A care setting that offers skilled nursing for those who need more medical care than what is offered in assisted living communities, such as medication management, intensive therapy, or 24/7 monitoring.

While we are not trained in legal matters, we will connect you with the right professional to answer your questions! We have trusted elder care attorneys to invite into the conversation. These legal experts can help you navigate questions about assets, medical power of attorney, wills, trusts, and everything in between.

Depending on the type of care, costs can range from $1,500 to $10,000 per month, with a national average range of $3,000 - $5,500 per month. The actual costs may be higher or lower than average, depending on the location of the senior community. Many families elect to use private pay or retirement funds for these expenses, and some may qualify for Medicaid or other assistance programs. One commonly overlooked way for families to afford senior care is through selling Mom or Dad's home. Our specialists can help you sell the home or property as-is (and quickly), so those funds can go toward monthly living expenses in the senior care community.

No. You do not need to figure this out before calling us. That's part of what we're here to help with. We can talk with you about what's happening at home, your loved one's needs, safety concerns, finances, preferences, and goals. Then we can help you understand the differences between options such as Active Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Homes, in-home care, and long-term care, and help you determine which options may be appropriate to explore.

Yes. Calling us does not automatically mean moving into a senior living community. We can help you explore resources that may make aging in place possible and connect you with trusted professionals who can provide additional support. If remaining at home is no longer the safest or most practical option, we can also help you understand what other choices are available.

We work with seniors and families nationwide, so you do not have to live near your parent to begin getting help. We can work with families remotely, help you understand available options, and connect you with resources and senior living professionals. Our team members also work both individually and together, so you benefit from the knowledge and resources of the entire Transitional LIFE Specialist team.

Absolutely, and we encourage families to start these conversations early. We can help you think through senior care needs, downsizing, housing, finances, important legal and medical documents, and other decisions that may become much harder to address during an emergency. You don't have to have everything figured out. Starting the conversation is often the most important first step.

Yes. Downsizing can be one of the most emotional and overwhelming parts of a senior transition. We help families break the process into manageable steps, think through what needs to happen with the home and belongings, and prepare for the next chapter while respecting the memories connected to them.