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Beth’s Success

July 2, 2025 — Beth’s story began with uncertainty. After a recent fall and noticeable cognitive decline, she was struggling in many ways, and her family was deeply concerned. Initially, their plan was to return to New York, leaving Beth at home with hired caregivers. But when we conducted our comprehensive assessment and care plan, we quickly recognized the... Read More

From The CEO’s Desk: Why I’m Moving Away from ChatGPT

June 26, 2025 — As a founder and CEO, especially of a company deeply committed to delivering the highest quality outcomes in record time, I’m always on the hunt for that silver bullet, the magic solution, the ultimate answer. Yet, at the very heart of our company philosophy lies one critical truth: the client comes first. An answer, no... Read More

Honoring Mary: Advocating for Dignity in End-of-Life Care

April 9, 2025 — Honoring Mary: Advocating for Dignity in End-of-Life Care This past week, we said goodbye to Mary, a beloved client who passed away after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. May her memory be a blessing. Mary’s journey was a powerful reminder of the importance of dignity, advocacy, and compassionate care at the end... Read More

Everyone Needs an Advocate: How One Oversight Could Have Been a Tragedy

April 4, 2025 — Everyone Needs an Advocate: How One Oversight Could Have Been a Tragedy Kathy was 88 years old when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. I had already worked closely with Kathy and her family, her three sons, for several years. We had a strong relationship, and when the diagnosis came, we were ready to support... Read More

A Caregiver’s Burden-the Tragic tale of Gene Hackman

March 12, 2025 — A Caregiver’s Burden-the Tragic tale of Gene Hackman From The Desk of our Director of Care Management, Jennifer Escobar Gene Hackman and his wife’s story is one of unexpected tragedy and heartbreak. Gene was a well-known actor who at the age of 95  had Alzheimer’s disease and lived with his 65-year-old wife who was his... Read More

14 years of dedication

March 6, 2025 — Happy 14th Anniversary to us, The Senior Options Team! Milestones like this are worth celebrating, and at Senior Options, there’s so much to be proud of. Looking back on this journey, I feel immense gratitude—for the roads we’ve taken, the lessons we’ve learned, and most of all, the incredible people who have been part of this... Read More

From The CEO’s Desk: No, You Can’t Trust Everyone

January 9, 2025 — No, You Can’t Trust Everyone: Ensuring the Right Care for Your Loved Ones   It all began with a desperate call from a family member. Her elderly parents were in crisis: her mother, relying on a feeding tube, was losing dangerous amounts of weight, while her father was declining both physically and cognitively. Despite these... Read More

Your Loved One Needs Help- Here’s How you know! 

September 20, 2024 — Your Loved One Needs Help- Here’s How you know!  Being aware of our elderly loved one’s mental and emotional well-being is just as important as addressing their physical needs. Life can be unpredictable, and aging often brings new challenges that may not always be easy to see. However, recognizing the subtle signs of distress can help you... Read More

Understanding Suicide Prevention

September 1, 2024 — What does Suicide Prevention mean? From the Desk of our Director of Care Management, Jennifer Escobar September is National Sucide Prevention Month.  A time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and the tremendous impact it has on individuals, families and communities. It’s also a time to highlight the importance of mental health.  According to the... Read More