Are you feeling overwhelmed with where to begin in your search for an assisted living community?
Most people have no idea what to look for or the questions to ask. “The Complete Guide to Assisted Living” will help you through all aspects of what can be a highly stressful time in your life. Whether you are looking for long term care for your parents, spouse, or simply yourself, this book will guide you each step of the way. Each chapter includes real life experiences that will resonate with what you may be experiencing. This timely book is an outstanding resource as you navigate the sea of information, options, and choices you will face. Most importantly, you will receive the confidence of knowing you’ve made a thorough and educated choice for yourself or your loved one.
Hear what these professionals have to say:
“Choosing an assisted living community for a loved one is an incredibly complicated, expensive, and difficult task. This is true under any circumstances, but the process is also often complicated by deep emotional issues and decades of family dynamics.
Janice Martin helps us through this process with logic and compassion. “The Complete Guide to Assisted Living” is comprehensive, well organized, and delivered in language that is straightforward and easy to read. I don’t think I know of another book quite like this. It is a significant contribution to families and care partners who cannot otherwise find this kind of guidance.”
Debbie Selsavage,
President, Coping with Dementia LLC
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Consultant and Trainer in the Positive Approach to Care
Florida-licensed Assisted Living Administrator
“A very difficult subject explained in detail by an insider in the business told from a very honest and real perspective. This book will tell families everything they didn’t know or wouldn’t have thought of. Families will have the peace of mind that they’ve made the right decision by using this valuable guide.”
Amy Beth DePreker, CALA, CMDCP
Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Artis Senior Living
2025 Book Release
Does life in your new assisted living meet your expectations? Probably not!
After an extensive search of assisted living communities, you may have moved your loved one to assisted living with expectations that everything would go smoothly. Within a short time, reality sets in. Were your expectations right? Were they wrong? This book will help prepare you for this emotional journey by learning:
- The importance of disclosing care needs and routines
- Why it takes so long to begin therapy after rehab
- The questions to ask to ensure a confident decision
- Communication with staff
- Resident Rights and Patient Choice
Learn from others to ensure a smooth transition from home or rehab to your new assisted living community!
“The Journey to Assisted Living: Expectation vs Reality offers a candid look at what really happens when a senior living move takes place. Every resident and family who is moving or considering moving should read this book so they have reasonable expectations and can maximize the experience at their new home. I highly recommend!”
Jennifer L. FitzPatrick, MSW, CSP, Author,
Reimagining Customer Service in Healthcare and Cruising through Caregiving.
I have worked in and managed assisted living communities for over 25 years and this is one of the most accurate depictions of real-life events centered around seniors. There is a unique balance of independence and support that is desired when choosing a senior living community. This book provides valuable insight and sheds light on the misconceptions that can only be captured through years of research and being actively engaged in the senior housing community. Expectation vs Reality is a must read!
John Perkins, LPN
CEO of Medicaid 4 You, LLC
Janice Martin has spent decades serving seniors in assisted living communities and their homes as an advocate and educator on senior living options. She is a member of the National Placement and Referral Alliance, the National Association of Senior Advocates, the Florida Council on Aging, and the Florida Assisted Living Association. Originally from West Chester, Pennsylvania, she lives in Florida with her husband Rodney and their two shiatzus, Katie and Libby.