Our knowledgeable and compassionate team of geriatric care managers are here to give you and your loved one the support they need by giving them an informed voice in their care decisions as a sympathetic ally.
It’s not easy to decide how an older adult should move forward as they age, whether you’re planning for yourself or a loved one. Finding a geriatric care manager, also known as a senior advocate, is one way to make the process much easier on both the senior that needs care and their family members
Rather than needing to get in touch with every nurse or social worker that you come across on your own, an aging life care professional will act as an intermediary, gathering information on home care, insurance plans, and more in order to figure out the best option for their clients short and long-term care plans.
When you hire a geriatric care manager, it’s their job to educate seniors about resources and services that are available to them, along with helping them apply for those benefits and services. They also help seniors and their families research health care and social services, review various bills and insurance claims, and offer support after hospital visits.
In addition to these duties, the care managers at Guiding Light help elderly loved ones and their families make decisions about their residence and home care. We’ll go over the pros and cons of different living arrangements to find the best one for our clients’ lifestyle, safety, and support, such as:
Finding a geriatric care manager who cares about senior advocacy can be a life-saver when it comes to planning for the future, and all of our senior care managers truly want the best for your loved ones. This service provides invaluable support to the elderly population when making decisions regarding their residence.
As an advocate, we help you and your loved ones make informed decisions about what elder care can look like. Our care managers act as a liaison between the seniors, their families, social work, and the healthcare system by helping them identify resources and services that meet their needs.
Additionally, our care management services go beyond just the paperwork. We offer emotional support to those struggling with the transition and stress that can come with elderly care–both with elders themselves and with their families as they navigate this difficult transition.
We strive to empower seniors by providing them with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. We will never tell people “just sign here” or give suggestions on care facilities and other areas without doing our full research on it to ensure it’s a good fit for our clients.
Our ultimate goal is to ensure that every senior in the Tucson area and beyond are respected, safe, and happy in their environment, whether that’s at home or in a facility dedicated to their needs.
We truly treasure life at Guiding LIght Senior Care, and we view our elders as people as a primary source of wisdom in our community. Our hope is to ensure that every senior in the Tucson area is respected as an individual and given the dignity and attention they deserve.
That’s why we guarantee nothing but the best care for the elderly people we work with. Guiding Light Senior Care is not only here to help them make the transition from independent living to being conscientious of home care and other living options; we’re also here to listen to their stories and offer them support through a variety of services to ensure their needs are met.
We know firsthand how stressful it can be to move from full independence to any form of assisted living, whether that’s moving into a facility or even just adding senior-friendly safety additions to your home. That’s why, when you work with Guiding Light, you’ll find nothing but friendly support and genuine care to get you and your loved ones through a difficult change in lifestyle.
Much like how sailors have to navigate treacherous waters, caring for your elderly loved ones can feel like you’re fighting against the tide. That’s why it’s our mission to offer a light in the darkness to guide you to the best destination.
Guiding Light Senior Care is here to be your lighthouse, illuminating the path for families navigating the challenging journey of finding the perfect geriatric care options. We know the emotional turbulence that can come from making these decisions–that’s why we pride ourselves on being a beacon of trust and reliability.
Our goal is to help you understand what the best options are for you or your loved one, whether that is independent living at home, with supervision, or assisted living in a facility. After our initial assessment, we follow up with regular visits to ensure our clients receive the most important necessities, including proper medical supervision, physical comforts and activities, proper nutrition and diet. Your loved one’s comfort, health, and overall well being is at the forefront of Guiding Light’s mission.
“I want to be the Guiding Light that helps navigate whatever storm has come your way.”
Guiding Light Senior Care was created through the vision of Wendy Lourenco. During her many years of caregiving and working in the medical field, the one thing that stood out the most to her was that there are not enough true caregivers in the world. She truly has a passion for working with aging adults and their care and wellbeing bring her great joy.
We know more than anyone that navigating the healthcare system can be difficult. We’re here to help with that process, whatever that may look like, with a team of experienced, loving staff that is here to support you wherever you are on you or your loved one’s health journey.
“Wendy is the most wonderful and conscientious health provider and very, very dependable. She is very intelligent and very attentive to my needs. If I had my way, I would vote her ‘health provider of the year’. Wendy was so helpful in helping me find a facility. I couldn’t have done it without her. She is very particular and good at her job. She is also very good at making sure my medical appointments are scheduled and helping me with my prescriptions. Wendy has never failed at anything she has taken on where I am concerned.”
– Von
“Wendy calls her company ‘Guiding Light’, and she provides that through the entire complex process of finding a place for your loved one. Wendy is with you 100% of the way..finding options, touring facilities, selecting the right place, even helping with moving in, and visiting your loved one afterward to ensure everything is going well. Wendy is not there for a commission; she is invested in guiding you and your loved one to a place that will be successful for everyone. Wendy is amazing, and I wholeheartedly recommend her!”
– Ellen
