How can I afford a Care Advisor?

Anyone can afford an Assisted Living Locator Care Advisor. That’s because we are paid only when we help you make a decision about your senior’s living location and we are paid by the location you choose. And because we only receive payment when you’re paying the Care Community directly, we’ll also put you in touch with your state’s social service network to make sure that you receive the proper state support in the event that you are unable to pay for senior care and housing yourself.

What can a Care Advisor help me with?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor specializes in knowing your senior housing and in home care options, but via their referral network they can connect you with state resources in the event that you need to consider state resources to finance and secure senior housing, as well as a wide variety of specialists who focus on some aspect of the senior services industry- Eldercare Attorneys, Financial Specialists, Real Estate Agents, Downsizing Specialists, Home Health Experts, and just about any other senior service need you can think of.

Who is my Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Glad you asked. This site gives you a number of ways to find your local Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor. Pick one and we’ll either get them on the phone, or make sure that they contact you in a timely fashion. Click here to get to our Care Advisor page.

How are Care Advisors trained?

Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors are vetted for the right set of skills before they ever even buy a franchise. Once they do, we provide comprehensive initial training and a 13 week “in community” onboarding process. We ask all Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors to become Certified Senior Advisors, a nationwide accreditation program that provides additional industry specific knowledge. Care Advisors also participate in continuing education provided by us and provided by local senior oriented industry associations to ensure that they understand the latest tools, techniques and industry rules and regulations to help you navigate the senior experience.

What does a Care Advisor do?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor spends time at each of the communities and homes in your local area. They understand how well the community is performing against state standards and they understand what the community is good at- in short, they understand what isn’t in the community’s glossy brochure. An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor networks to ensure that they have a broad array of qualified resource team members that they can call on to help deal with challenges beyond senior housing and care, which is their own area of expertise. And Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors spend time with families and seniors. They can’t help if they don’t know and understand you and your family. Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors have a structured way to identify important needs that you and your senior have, which they then use to match you to the best community choices or the best members of their resource network that can meet your needs.

Who is Assisted Living Locators®?

A franchise business based in Arizona, with local owners and operators across the US. Our Care Advisors bring problem solving skills and compassion to your local senior community, and we supply the training, processes and industry knowledge they need to provide you with the help you want.

Where are your Care Advisors located?

Everywhere. If we don’t have a Care Advisor yet in your local area, we’ll find you an affiliate advisor who can help. But every month we train more Care Advisors to meet the growing needs of seniors in every community across the US. You can find your local Care Advisor by using the tools on this website. And because we are nationwide, we can help you in your town or in towns all across the US.

When should I contact an Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Since Care Advisors understand the entire range of living options available to seniors, any family with a senior over 55 can benefit from their expertise. Use us to understand your independent living options if your senior wants more time for leisure pursuits after 55. Use us especially when you are concerned about the safety or health of your senior loved one. And it’s critically important that you reach out to us if your senior is in the hospital or rehabilitation facility so that we help you navigate the immediate next health care and housing steps that must be taken, giving you a voice in how the health care and insurance systems in your state manage your senior’s needs.

Assisted Living In Aurora, CO

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Find the Best Assisted Living Near Aurora, CO

Getting older brings about many changes in your life, but there are ways to still live your life to the fullest. You may just need a little assistance with the things you may no longer be able to do. This could be the ideal time for you to consider an Aurora assisted living community. Deciding to move to an Aurora assisted living community is a big one.

It is important to ensure that all your needs are going to be met. In addition, it is important to note that this type of community can help you live independently for as long as possible. Other than a desire to move into an Aurora assisted living facility, there is one major requirement to qualify for an assisted living community in Colorado. You must be a resident of the state of Colorado.

Your Aurora, CO Senior Living Advisor

Ed and Jennifer Wagner

Servicing Denver Metro, including surrounding suburbs and the Foothills Communities

Meet Advisors 720-513-7125

Let us help you find the right home for your elderly loved one! We provide a no cost, referral service that offers the best senior care options, information and resources available to help families in the Denver metro area. We offer you elder care solutions, including: independent living, assisted living, memory care and in-home care. We are committed to working through the process with you and your family every step of they way.

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What is the Cost of Assisted Living in Aurora, CO

The average cost of assisted living in Aurora, CO, is $5,500 There are many varying options available in assisted living facilities at different price points. These prices may change based on your specific needs. An Aurora senior living advisor can walk through all the details with you and explain all the available local options.

It does help if you understand what you need. Here are some, but not all, potential questions to ask yourself:

Are you able to prepare your own meals, or would you like them provided for you?
Do you need some assistance with your medication?
Is housekeeping a concern you have?

If you said yes to any of the above questions, this is the perfect time to start exploring Aurora assisted living communities.

Aurora, CO, at a Glance

There are many reasons why you should consider a move to Aurora, Colorado.

Aurora Weather and Climate

The weather in Aurora, Colorado, does consist of a fair amount of snow. You can expect about 28 inches of snow each year. The coldest month of the year is December, but it is also one of the driest months. The temperature, on average, dips as low as 20 degrees in the winter and as high as 89 degrees in the summer. No matter how cold or hot the temperatures get, many Aurora assisted living communities offer fitness centers, art studios, and other indoor activities.

Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care

Aurora is home to three different hospitals. One of these hospitals is a VA Medical Center. There are about 29 hospitals near Aurora, so there is sure to be one to meet your needs.

Transportation

Aurora offers a public transportation system that is operated by the Regional Transportation District of Denver. This is a comprehensive system that takes you to places in areas that may be hard to locate.

Arts, Culture, and Recreation

Aurora, CO, is a great place to live. It is conveniently located less than 10 miles east of Denver. It has fun culture, fantastic restaurants, various outside activities, and plenty of shopping locations for you to enjoy with your new friends from your Aurora assisted living community. The third-largest city in Colorado is known for its relaxed and laid-back vibe.

Additional Senior Living Care Advisors near Aurora, CO

Maureen Walker

Serving the Northern Colorado area from North Denver to Cheyenne WY and everywhere in between

Meet Advisor 970-660-8898

Knowing how to start the process when looking for the right senior living option can be overwhelming, stressful, and confusing. You don’t have to do it alone, I am here to help you with the entire process. I can discuss your needs, do an in-depth assessment, visit properties with you, explain different options, costs, and requirements of each local senior living property.

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Tory Barcus

Proudly serving serving Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region in Southern Colorado including Monument to Fountain, Manitou Springs to Falcon

Meet Advisor 719-728-2468

I have seen first-hand the challenges family members face in finding new living situations and how overwhelming and stressful it can be. My experience and compassion for seniors will help you find a safe, caring and enriching community for your loved one.

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How Do I Pay for Aurora, CO Assisted Living?

It is critical to understand how much you can afford to pay. Looking at your current budget and expenses is a great way to understand what you can pay.

Even when the cost of an Aurora assisted living facility is affordable, you want to consider how you will pay for it. Other assistance methods may be available to you to help offset the cost of your assisted living facility. Before you think you may not be able to afford assisted living, check out the other methods that could help pay for an Aurora assisted living.

Veteran's Benefits

Veterans and their spouses are often eligible for financial aid. This is a large benefit that many are unaware of that can help with everyday needs.

Long-Term Care Insurance

This is a specific type of insurance intended to help pay assisted living costs. This insurance covers items not typically covered by Medicare or Medicaid.

Home Equity

As you paid your mortgage, you built up equity in your house. This equity in your home may be enough to cover the costs of an assisted living community. It is possible to sell your house and use the money to pay for an assisted living community.

Medicare

In general, Medicare does not cover the cost of assisted living. However, there is coverage for a skilled nursing facility as a result of hospitalization. Contacting Medicare would help you understand your coverage.

Medicaid

Medicaid covers room, board, and nursing care. In many states, it pays for some portion of assisted living facilities.

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Care assessment tool

Access our free senior care assessment tool, which can help you evaluate the specific needs and requirements of you or your loved one. By answering a series of questions, you’ll receive personalised recommendations and insights to aid in the decision-making process.

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FAQ About Assisted Living in Aurora, CO

One of the major differences between an Aurora assisted living community, and a nursing home is that a nursing home is a clinical, hospital-like setting. An Aurora assisted living facility is more social and resembles living in a home. Medical care in an assisted living facility is intermittent, and some conditions may require more constant medical care. Aurora assisted living allows individuals to remain independent as long as possible.

Another differentiating factor between the two types of facilities is that when you are in a nursing home, you often have to share a room, typically with two beds per room. When you are in assisted living, you have an apartment or studio. An Aurora assisted living facility gives you massive amounts of space where you are free to move about on your own. Nursing homes typically do not have a large amount of space, and you cannot roam around freely.

Yes, it is possible to get a virtual tour of an Aurora assisted living community, depending on which ones interest you. You can find information on our website about how to contact an advisor to start your virtual tour. However, it is important for you to note that not all the assisted living communities in Aurora provide virtual tours.

Yes, pets are allowed in some Aurora assisted living facilities. Aurora assisted living facilities to understand how important your pets are to you and do not want to separate you. However, not all assisted living communities allow pets, so you should confirm that the one you are interested in allows pets. Also, you may have to pay an additional fee to have your pet.