Alternative Housing/Senior Housing

Sometimes, it becomes necessary to move our loved ones from the home. Sometimes, our elderly don't want to stay at home. There are several options for alternative housing:

Board and Care/Residential Care Facility: A residential home converted to care for 6-8 residents. An at-home atmosphere with the security of 24/7 care. Assisted Living Facility/Memory Care: A multi-room complex providing some independence along with 24-hour comfort and care. Medical staff is available. Community features are available for residents and their families. Skilled Nursing Facility: A facility providing medical, rehabilitation and personal care licensed and regulated by the State Department of Health. Senior Independent Living/Senior Apartments: Housing allowing seniors their full independence while providing staff and support for residents. Continuing Care Communities : Continuing Care Communities (CCRC) also known as Life Care Communities, are residential campuses that provide a continuum of care ? from private units to assisted living then skilled nursing care all in one location. They guarantee you a lifelong resident, unlike retirement communities, assisted living facilities and nursing centers.

Healthcare

Today, more than ever, the choices for care for our elderly are vast in number, however, most people are unaware of the many options available. We can explore them with you and explain the benefits of each. In addition, we can assist in evaluating the current general scenario of your loved one and help match the best care with your needs.

We'll do the Work for You:

• Research and list several alternative housing facilities, important information on each facility and present them to you for comparison.
• Coordinate meetings and tours with facilities and accompany you on the tours to get all the information available for you to make your decision (Available in most California cities).  
• Help you determine the cost effectiveness of each housing option.
• Remain available to you for as long as you need us, even after placement decisions have been made.
• Contact and coordinate homecare and home healthcare agencies in the areas you request, utilizing your preliminary information, then gather vital facts on each agency and present viable candidates for your interviews. 

ADDITIONAL SERVICES AVAILABLE TO YOU

In-Home Healthcare/Housekeeping: Keeps your loved one at home, comfortable and contented and with the help he/she needs for varying amounts of time. Companionship: Maybe all your loved one needs is some company for a few hours during the day. Adult Day Care: Sometimes getting together with people similar to our elderly in a different environment can help.   Elder Care Bill Pay Services: Assistance with bill payment, mail, or expense management can help relieve stress and worry.  Secure, reliable firms are available nationwide exclusively for seniors and their caregivers.  Various firms available for varying needs and locations.                                  Nationwide Services:  www.eldercarebillpay.com

Other Services We Can Assist You With:

1. Health Care Equipment
2. Hospice
3. Housekeeping/Cleaning Services
4. Medical Supply Stores
5. Notary Public Services
6. Pharmacy Locations
7. Physical Therapy
8. Private Nursing Services
9. Respite Care Facilities/Services Transportation (Wheelchair Accessible)

Complimentary Assessment

A comprehensive assessment, at no charge, to review your individual situation, the options available for your elderly loved one and the services we can provide to help you find to meet your needs. In person or over the phone, together, we evaluate your needs.

Asset Organization**

The type of care for your loved one is largely contingent upon the financial situation. We work with you to gather, analyze and organize assets to find the best path for his/her care. We can help explain your financial statements and help clarify your budgets.

• Do you understand your account statements and what they mean?
• Are there accounts at different banks, credit unions, brokerage firms or insurance companies which may be eligible for consolidation for easier manageability?
• Are you able to access these accounts if necessary to pay for elder care at the moment an emergency happens?

This distinctive service could determine the quality and quantity of care to be provided.

** The Golden Journey does not sell products, investments, insurance or annuities. This is an informational service only. Clients are advised to seek financial and tax advice and assistance from professionals in those fields.

We at The Golden Journey want to help you help your elderly loved ones with each step of care they may need.

Contact us to see how we can help you make the Golden years a more enjoyable time of life.

Employees of THE GOLDEN JOURNEY are not and do not claim to be attorneys, physicians, medical personnel or financial advisors. All clients of THE GOLDEN JOURNEY are advised to research, investigate and/or analyze each and every referral and make any and all decisions based on that research, investigation and/or analysis. Any and all referrals or members of the network of professionals of THE GOLDEN JOURNEY are not employed by or compensated by anyone affiliated with THE GOLDEN JOURNEY. THE GOLDEN JOURNEY and its associates do not guarantee or allude to any guarantee of the performance of any referral. Each member of the network of professionals may provide his/her/their own liability insurance and is not insured by THE GOLDEN JOURNEY.