This document was created as a guide for families making decisions about continuing care and support for an aging family member. The information should be used to help you understand the many aspects and considerations of the journey. It is not definitive. It is not an offer for services or a promise. It is provided free of charge, because we understand the need.

We’ve organized this guide to follow the natural progression most families experience: recognizing when care needs change, understanding your options, finding the right community, navigating finances, and managing the transition. Feel free to read it cover to cover or skip to the sections most relevant to your situation.

Use this information as a basis for your research. The internet provides information on local
options. Visit or talk to assisted living facilities staff, they know the difficulty of making these
decisions. They talk to families everyday about it and understand the stress and anxiety you may be facing. If you get a hard sales pitch at a facility, go to other facilities. Your visit should be a learning experience and offer you the opportunity to ask questions. Knowledge is your power and support. This document gives you the information to help you understand the journey and ask the right questions to understand your options and the reality