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 Wichita, KS

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Find the Best Assisted Living Near Wichita, KS

Moving a loved one into a Wichita assisted living community can be challenging because there are many options to choose from and not all assisted living facilities are forthcoming with their pricing. However, knowing there are many things to do in the area and your family member will be taken care of while maintaining their independence can help ease the stress associated with this transition in their life.

Our senior living experts are trained and experienced in helping family members through the process of finding a Wichita assisted living community for your loved one. Your senior living expert can help you find information about local assisted living facilities and show you how you can afford your loved one’s assisted living costs. Having all the information you need helps you make an informed decision when moving a family member into an assisted living facility.

Your Wichita, KS Senior Living Advisor

John Weber

Serving Wichita Metro, South Central Kansas, Topeka and Lawrence Kansas area

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When faced with the decision to find senior living accomodations for your loved ones, you do not have to do it alone. I have experienced this difficult challenge with my own family and have helped several families find a solution. I can help facilitate the transition and advocate for you and your loved ones at every turn. I strive to find the best solution for my clients and connect them to expertise that meets their needs.

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What is the Cost of Assisted Living in Wichita, KS

The average cost for assisted living in Wichita is $5,000 per month. This cost is affected by the location of the assisted living community in town, the services included, and the level of care residents receive. This price covers the residence and essential services, including planned activities, transportation, meals, housekeeping, laundry and assistance with activities of daily life.

Wichita, KS, at a Glance

Wichita, Kansas, is located along the Arkansas River and was originally a trading post along the Chisholm Trail back in the 1860s. The town was incorporated as a city in 1870 and has become the largest city in the state. Seniors in Wichita can enjoy many local and cultural events, activities, and venues, making this an excellent town for seniors to move into assisted living communities.

Wichita Weather and Climate

Wichita is in a transitional weather zone and experiences hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. During the spring and summer months, the area experiences severe thunderstorms and occasional hail. Mid-winter temperatures range in the 50s, while summer temperatures average in the 80s; they can reach 100 degrees.

Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care

Moving a loved one into a Wichita assisted living community ensures they have all the care they need when they need it. First, however, know there are hospitals and medical centers available to help them in emergencies or other continued medical treatments in Wichita. Hospitals in Wichita include Wesley Medical Center, Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, and Hospitals of Hope.

Transportation

In addition to having access to transportation from the assisted living community, seniors can use the many different means of transportation available in Wichita. Transportation options available include Wichita Transit, Sedgwick County Transportation, and taxis.

Arts, Culture, and Recreation

Wichita offers a mix of parks, cultural centers, museums, and theaters for seniors in local senior living communities. Popular places for seniors to visit include the Wichita Art Museum, the Orpheum Theatre, the Sedgwick County Historical Museum, and the Wichita Gardens.

How Do I Pay for Wichita, KS Assisted Living?

Wichita assisted living provides your loved ones with the care they need while still allowing them to maintain some levels of independence. Determining how to pay for assisted living costs can be stressful, but don’t worry too much. Financial options are available to help you finance and pay for your loved one’s assisted living residence.

Veteran's Benefits

Veteran’s benefits can help pay for some assisted living costs for those who have served in the military. Veterans also have access to other benefits, which may help pay for their Wichita assisted living expenses. If qualified, benefits may be available through the Aid and Attendance program for disabled veterans meeting income criteria or through the Aid and Assistance program.

Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-term care insurance is available to those who want to plan ahead and purchase an insurance policy. This policy can be used to pay for assisted living expenses and often covers items not typically covered under standard health insurance policies. However, if you do not already have long-term care insurance, you will not be able to purchase a policy after moving into an assisted living community.

Home Equity

There are two main options available involving using home equity to pay for Wichita assisted living expenses. The first is selling the home of your loved one and using the equity money to cover assisted living costs. The second is to sign up for a home equity line of credit to borrow money against the equity in your home or theirs and pay it back over a predetermined time frame.

Medicare

Medicare will cover any Medicare-covered health expenses, just as it would at another healthcare facility. But, unfortunately, Medicare does not help pay for assisted living fees.

Medicaid

Medicaid does not typically provide assistance to help pay for assisted living expenses. Though some assisted living communities accept a limited number of Medicaid residents, it is not generally accepted.

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FAQ About Assisted Living in Wichita, KS

Some assisted living facilities do offer short-term stays in furnished apartments. Though not common, short-term stays may be available in some areas, and with only a limited number of spaces available, short-term assisted living could be in high demand. Most assisted living programs are paid on a month-to-month basis, and, depending upon the contract, they can be canceled with appropriate notice.

It is always best to be prepared and start looking for Wichita assisted living options before this type of care is needed by you or your loved one. Start your search and planning when you see early signs your loved one may not be thriving very well on their own and needing additional help with daily activities, such as eating, cleaning, and bathing. Planning ahead helps reduce the chance you have to rush to find your loved one an assisted living facility.

Additionally, planning ahead means you may still have time to look into a long-term care insurance policy. These policies help pay for assisted living expenses and often cover costs that health care insurance does not typically cover.

Assisted living provides seniors with a lifestyle that allows them to live independently in a safe community environment. Many Wichita assisted living communities offer extra activities of daily living services for those needing help with grooming, eating, managing medications, and completing similar activities for which they need a little extra help to complete. Assisted living residents do not need around-the-clock care and, in most cases, only provide long-term care.

A skilled nursing facility is staffed by registered nurses and physical, speech, and occupational therapists capable of providing a high level of care. Most services available at skilled nursing facilities help with short-term rehabilitation from an illness or injury. Long-term treatment and care are available for those needing a high level of care on a frequent or consistent basis for chronic illnesses or medical conditions.

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