This one-hour video is helpful to seniors and their families by helping them navigate some of the key milestones during the aging process.

The first presentation by Kathy Faenzi, Gerontologist,  sets the scene for the aging process and how to manage it with the help of a gerontologist. The gerontologist can outline a framework and can help keep the family and their senior loved ones on the same path forward.

The second presentation by Sue Gibson MBA & Certified Senior Advisor gives us the triggers that suggest it is time to move to senior housing, particularly assisted living or memory care. The presentation discusses the 8 types of senior housing and covers the features of each, especially the services and pricing. The impact of COVID on senior housing will be discussed. And lastly the presentation explains how to find senior housing – ending with the role of the Senior Housing Consultant on simplifying the placement process.

The third presentation by Trish Gray outlines in depth the process for moving into an assisted living or memory care facility. It goes into great detail in terms of how to approach the design and set up of each room. The speaker asks the audience questions about what to expect during the process from how many sets of linen to include to what utensils will you need in a kitchenette. The packing and unpacking process is much more complex than one would imagine.

The fourth presentation by Mercedes Roses, Gerontologist and SRES covers the role of the Senior Real Estate Specialist in working with seniors during the home buying and selling process. The unique skills and benefits of a SRES are clearly outlined.  The presentation also covers the big question of whether to sell or rent one’s home in preparation for a move to assisted living.