Absolutely with an advocate that knows the local market, understands the differences and capabilities of all the communities and can sort through all the noise to find the best options based upon the client's clinical, financial and cultural needs.
Deciding where you are going to live is a huge decision, and all the communities are so different.
But as another post identified: it has to be the RIGHT kind of advocate that has the personal knowledge as described above.
Not every client needs an advocate. Some seniors have family and responsible persons to guide this process. Some will choose an Internet company for recommendations. Some families do not agree on which options are appropriate. An advocate should be an objective, qualified professional to present options. As with Senior living marketing, Senior advisor marketing can also be misleading. If you choose an advocate, be sure to vet their qualifications. Your physician should also be involved. Joy Tabler Nurse Navigator
Touring a senior community with an advocate is best. While the potential resident is nervous about making a decision, an advocate will be able to see details and nuances which may be overlooked by someone not familiar with senior communities. The ability to discuss the tour and impressions with another person makes for a more confident opinion and understanding of the community.
always best to visit unannounced w/out a appointment and by yourself. Most facilities/communities stage tours and its best to see resident and staff interaction unplanned
Amy, I think I would rather visit with an advocate. Sometimes people aren't sure what to look for and may not know the difference between one community or another. The advocate can point out things that an individual may not know or recognize.
Your question is somewhat slanted towards one answer. But the real question is much deeper. If I agreed an advocate would be better, I have 20 questions: Where do I find one? How do I know they are trustworthy? How much does it cost? Do they represent homes themselves? If the service is free, how do you make money? Is this only in one state? US wide? Worldwide? And many other questions...
Yours is a new concept for the majority of people. My wife and I had to find senior housing for both of our parents and never heard of what you suggesting.
If you are having problems getting clients, you probably need to do a basic funnel to find the right people and get them the right message to contact you. I know it's marketing 101, but it's a lot cheaper than wasting advertising dollars and your time.
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Absolutely with an advocate that knows the local market, understands the differences and capabilities of all the communities and can sort through all the noise to find the best options based upon the client's clinical, financial and cultural needs.
Deciding where you are going to live is a huge decision, and all the communities are so different.
But as another post identified: it has to be the RIGHT kind of advocate that has the personal knowledge as described above.
Not every client needs an advocate. Some seniors have family and responsible persons to guide this process. Some will choose an Internet company for recommendations. Some families do not agree on which options are appropriate. An advocate should be an objective, qualified professional to present options. As with Senior living marketing, Senior advisor marketing can also be misleading. If you choose an advocate, be sure to vet their qualifications. Your physician should also be involved. Joy Tabler Nurse Navigator
Touring a senior community with an advocate is best. While the potential resident is nervous about making a decision, an advocate will be able to see details and nuances which may be overlooked by someone not familiar with senior communities. The ability to discuss the tour and impressions with another person makes for a more confident opinion and understanding of the community.
always best to visit unannounced w/out a appointment and by yourself. Most facilities/communities stage tours and its best to see resident and staff interaction unplanned
A second set of eyes and opinion is never a bad thing!
Amy, I think I would rather visit with an advocate. Sometimes people aren't sure what to look for and may not know the difference between one community or another. The advocate can point out things that an individual may not know or recognize.
Preferable with an advocate.
most people who tour corby Place have a family member or other advocate with them
Amy,
I consider myself the advocate, so I would say by myself.
Regards,
Faith
Hi Amy,
Your question is somewhat slanted towards one answer. But the real question is much deeper. If I agreed an advocate would be better, I have 20 questions: Where do I find one? How do I know they are trustworthy? How much does it cost? Do they represent homes themselves? If the service is free, how do you make money? Is this only in one state? US wide? Worldwide? And many other questions...
Yours is a new concept for the majority of people. My wife and I had to find senior housing for both of our parents and never heard of what you suggesting.
If you are having problems getting clients, you probably need to do a basic funnel to find the right people and get them the right message to contact you. I know it's marketing 101, but it's a lot cheaper than wasting advertising dollars and your time.
If you'd like a better explanation, let me know.
________________________
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