{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Guidling Families Through Senior Care Options","description":" In this episode, I speak with Kelila Heller, co-founder of Assisted Living Connections, an expert who helps families place their loved ones in assisted living and other similar type communities. We talk about one of life\u2019s toughest transitions: finding the right care for an aging parent or loved one. Kelila, her partner Tami Podell, and their team have helped hundreds of families across Ventura and LA County navigate the emotional, financial, and logistical challenges of senior care\u2014from independent living to memory care, assisted living, and beyond. With warmth, honesty, and deep expertise (including helping my family more than once), Kelila shares real-world guidance for making confident decisions during a stressful time.     \ud83d\udddd\ufe0f What You\u2019ll Learn: When is the right time to start planning for senior care? Assisted living vs. in-home care\u2014what\u2019s the real cost? What are the types of senior care: independent, assisted, memory care, and residential board and care? How do families pay for care: Social Security, long-term care insurance, reverse mortgage, VA benefits, and more What red flags to look for when deciding if it\u2019s time to seek help How a senior placement advisor can make all the difference in finding the right fit How socialization, safety, and mental health factor into senior care decisions Why proximity to family members is crucial\u2014and what happens if you wait too long   \ud83d\udca1 Key Quotes: \u201cYou don\u2019t have to hire us\u2014our services are free. We\u2019re like a real estate agent for senior living.\u201d   \u201cPlanning early gives you options. Waiting until there\u2019s a crisis limits them.\u201d \u2014Kelila Heller     \ud83d\udd17 Resources Mentioned: \u2022 Website: www.assistedlivingconnections.com \u2022 Phone: 888-800-1811 \u2022 Coverage Area: Ventura & West LA County (with referrals available nationwide) \u2022 Nonprofit Partner: Senior Concerns ","author_name":"Transitions: Inheritance & Our Aging Parents","author_url":"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/lu\/podcast\/805-talk\/id1454188013","html":"