If choosing care for a parent feels like walking a tightrope without a net, you’re not alone. We sit down with Jamie Vought of A Plan for Senior Care, a family-run advising agency that helps families navigate assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer’s and dementia, hospice, and in-home support—at no cost to the client. Jamie shares how growing up around the work shaped a practical, compassionate approach that puts each person’s needs, budget, and location at the center of every decision.

We unpack the biggest myths that stall progress—like confusing assisted living with skilled nursing or assuming memory care is only for late-stage dementia—and translate the differences in plain language. Jamie breaks down how to evaluate communities beyond the brochure: staff training, medication management, fall prevention, culture, and communication. We also cover how to forecast real costs, what add-on fees to watch, and where to look for resources such as long-term care insurance, veterans’ programs, and local support services. With deep ties to providers across the community, Jamie acts as a trusted hub, connecting families to elder law attorneys, hospice teams, therapists, and more so the plan grows with the person’s needs.

You’ll hear a simple starter roadmap you can use today: assess clinical and daily living needs, set a clear budget, narrow to the right care types, tour with purpose, and debrief using consistent criteria. Along the way, Jamie’s story—complete with a first-time podcast moment and a life outside work as a DJ and martial artist—reminds us that care choices aren’t just logistics; they’re about dignity, safety, and fit. If you or someone you love is facing the senior care search, this conversation offers clarity, practical steps, and a local expert ready to help. Visit: http://www.aplanforseniorcare.com/

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