What Are the Qualifications a Senior Advisor Can Have?
Transitioning your aging parents into a senior living facility is a challenging process. There are so many different options that choosing the right one can be paralyzing. Luckily, there are people whose entire job revolves around advising you on the best course of action for your family. A senior advisor provides referrals for senior care and senior specialists, working hard to ensure your family is properly taken care of. Finding the right senior advisor can be tricky, so here are some tips on what to look for.
What qualifications can a senior advisor have?
A qualified senior advisor may have expertise, a degree, or certifications in the following subjects: gerontology, social work, senior advisor, dementia practitioner, or healthcare. Look for certifications such as Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or membership in professional organizations such as the National Association of Senior Advisors (NASA) and Oregon Senior Referral Agency Association (OSRAA) and will be registered in the Long Term Care Referral Registry (LTCR) in the state of Oregon.
How do I find a reliable senior advisor?
Research potential advisors' qualifications, experience, and client reviews. Seek recommendations from friends, family, or healthcare providers. Verify credentials and ask for references during your selection process. And please make sure to call references and ask them questions about their experience, how well their family was taken care of, and what they thought of the advisor’s service.
What is the cost of hiring you as my senior advisor?
If your family is looking to move your senior into retirement living and need placement, there is no fee. I have contracts with the communities I place my clients and those communities pay my commission. When your family would like senior concierge services, you can purchase packages of five, ten, and 15 hours blocks.
Can senior advisors help with legal matters?
As a senior advisor, I can provide general guidance on legal issues, such as estate planning and power of attorney. However, I cannot assist clients in writing legal documents or advise them on legal issues or matters. I work in conjunction with and refer my clients to senior-centered legal professionals such as estate planners, senior abuse attorneys, and elder law attorneys to ensure comprehensive and accurate legal advice.
How often should I meet with you as my senior advisor?
The frequency of meetings depends on your individual needs and the complexity of your situation. Initial consultations might be more frequent, with regular follow-ups scheduled to review and adjust plans as needed. I reach out to my clients via email, text, or phone to ensure they have all the resources they need to take the next step.
Do senior advisors offer emergency support?
While I can assist your senior who is getting discharged out of the hospital to move into an assisted living, memory care, rehab or skilled nursing center in an efficient and timely manner (most hospitals give families a two to three day notice on discharge) I am not able to provide any emergency services to your family. I can recommend emergency services if and when the family seeks them out.
Remember, the further in advance you can work with a senior advisor, the less stress your family will incur in the process. Give me a call today 503.830.1812 or book a discovery call with me to find out how I can assist your family with senior care.
