Getting older has gotten pretty complicated and so has figuring out what to do next. Our society is moving faster and faster and as a result you may feel pressured when making important decisions. Unfortunately, our current system is built on formulas and achieving the bottom line.

That’s where we come in. We are Independent Consultants and Advocates. That means we work only for you and your best interests. We have over 20 years of experience, right here in the greater Rochester area. We know the rules, regulations, and your rights. We’ll analyze your situation considering all services, equipment, and benefits available. We will make you comfortable and confident as we negotiate the best care at the best prices. In short, we fit the system to your needs and wishes, not the other way around. Check out “Better Business Partners Serving Seniors” on our navigation bar. Senior Life personally recommends these services as providing excellence with integrity.

We’ll answer your “what ifs” about the future and help you establish a strategy so that you are comfortable during your transition. When we’re done, you will go back to enjoying your life.

Don’t get backed into a corner, and don’t cross your fingers and plunge forward. If there’s one thing you do for your parents or yourself, do this: learn before you leap. Make a consultation appointment with Senior Life. Not sure we can help you? Give us a call… you’ll be surprised just how much we can help. Start feeling better about things. Call. It will be our pleasure to speak to you.

What is an Independent Consultant and Advocate? 

Senior Life falls under the category of “Geriatric Care Managers.”  We prefer to stay away from the words “geriatric” and “manager.”  (Nobody much likes “geriatric”- and who could blame them - and we make it a point not to “manage” you.) We are a referral source with correct up to the minute answers and information to help you with decision making or to help direct you to services, products or benefits you may not have known existed. We also help smooth out tangles that often come when many hands are involved in your care. In short, we are experts in helping individuals and families grow older with grace, dignity and value, despite the hectic changes all around us.

 Why is Senior Life an important service? Or: Why can’t I just do this myself?

Sometimes the system we have works splendidly. Other times it doesn’t; which can be costly and is certainly stressful. We see situations in which families are encouraged to make a quick decision and aren’t fully informed. For example, a move to a new living situation is stressful. We feel the look of the building is one factor, but most important is the care and attention provided. There is a lot of difference between one assisted living community and another. The same goes for nursing homes. We are also certified to complete  a PRI, which is an assessment tool which is required in order to place someone in a nursing home.

When was the last time a benefit provider (insurance or veterans or other) contacted you to make sure you were receiving everything that was coming to you? We’ll review your situation and make sure you aren’t missing out somewhere.

If you are paying out of pocket, are you getting the best deal? Senior Life has purchase power to get you better prices. We are not aligned with any companies; we merely are a referral source to them. If they want us to continue to bring referrals, they’ll be good to our clients. If you’re happy, you’ll refer us to your friends and colleagues. And then we’re happy too. 

What will happen “if” the family money runs out? We will work out cost projections for you to take to your attorney or financial advisor.  We will also advise you on what to look for and what to avoid in marketing campaigns.

Senior Life is important because the industry is changing daily. Most folks don’t  have enough time to become an expert and to sift through which sources are providing reliable information. Let us help.

We help many different family configurations:

“Do it yourself” families: We’ll explain the ins and outs so you can move forward on your own from there.

“Nobody agrees on what to do” families: We know how to help. We’re the voice of reason. At this important time in life, an unbiased outside professional can be just the ticket.

“We need another hour in each day” families: Don’t we all wish for that? Guess what? We’ll give you that hour. Let’s talk about what is absolutely necessary and what services are available and affordable to help.

(There’s more than you think.) Our families are thrilled to have Senior Life in their back pocket. If you invite us, we’ll go to doctor’s appointments, set up medication boxes, and set up memory enhancing techniques. (We get requests to fix the memories of primary caregivers too!) This can be so stressful. But you’ll feel better once we talk. Honest.

“Long distance” families: We’re here. We’ll stand in for you and get you prompt and complete reports on wellness assessments, doctor’s visits, and/or concerns. Call us for a phone or in-person consultation and we’ll get started. You don’t have to be the one that is here caring for your parents. We’ll be your surrogate and you’ll feel involved and up to the minute.

Still want to look around online?

Try these words to enhance your search:

Rochester, NY

Senior, Elder, Older Adult, Geriatric

Care, Assistance, Services, Support

Senior Housing, Assisted Living, Enriched Living, Adult Homes, Enhanced Assisted Living,

Home Care, Home Health Aides, Personal Care Aides, Companions

If there’s one thing you do for your parents do this: learn before you leap.  

Call Senior Life. 585-424-2424.