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Deepening Their Commitment to Empowering Families.


The expert senior living advisors aim to empower families to find the perfect fit with personalized guidance and unmatched care, all at no cost to families.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Arrow Senior Living Advisors is now Next Level Senior Advisors – a move that underscores the company’s commitment to continuously elevating its expertise and becoming the premier resource for families seeking personalized senior living guidance.

Next Level Senior Advisors is a no-cost referral service established to help families navigate the difficulties of identifying and receiving senior living services. The organization’s Advisors help families locate potential living options, schedule tours at those communities, and work with the families to select the best option based on their specific needs.

Next Level Senior Advisors provides free, personalized guidance throughout the senior living decision-making process.

“Since 2021, we’ve helped families navigate the complexities of senior care,” says CEO, Matt Wilson. “Now, as Next Level Senior Advisors, we’re deepening our commitment by becoming a trusted partner. We’re not just pointing families in the right direction; we’re walking beside them every step of the way to ensure a simplified search and elevated results that prioritize the well-being of their loved ones. It can be overwhelming to search for senior living options; we are easing families’ burdens by walking that journey with them.”

The new name, Next Level Senior Advisors, embodies the company’s core mission of empowering families with knowledge and support. This commitment extends beyond individual families, fostering a positive impact on communities by alleviating the burden on local resources and ensuring seniors have access to the care they deserve.

The senior living landscape is constantly evolving, with a growing number of communities offering a wide range of services and amenities. While there are abundant choices, finding the perfect community that aligns with an individual’s unique needs, preferences, and budget can feel like a daunting task.

Next Level Senior Advisors cuts through the confusion, offering a simplified and more elevated approach to senior living search. Their team of experienced advisors understands the complexities involved and is dedicated to guiding families through every step of the journey, ensuring a smooth transition and a positive outcome for their loved ones.

“We recognize that families face a multitude of challenges when searching for senior living options,” says Wilson. “Our goal is to simplify this process by providing compassionate guidance, personalized support, and access to a curated network of exceptional senior living communities.”

Next Level Senior Advisors takes a personalized approach to senior living search. Their dedicated advisors work closely with families to understand their unique needs, preferences, and budget. Through in-depth consultations, they delve deeper than just the basic requirements. They explore the senior’s hobbies, interests, and desired level of social interaction. This comprehensive approach ensures a clear picture of the ideal living environment that will promote the senior’s well-being and happiness. Next Level Senior Advisors provides this service at no cost to families.

Leveraging their extensive network of senior living communities across the country, Next Level Senior Advisors curates a selection of options that perfectly align with each family’s specific requirements. This eliminates the time-consuming task of researching countless communities, allowing families to focus on making an informed decision that best suits their loved one.

Next Level Senior Advisors goes beyond simply finding a community. They offer ongoing support throughout the entire transition process. This includes scheduling personalized tours with trained advisors who can answer questions and address any concerns families may have. The advisors highlight the unique features and benefits of each community, ensuring families can visualize their loved one living a fulfilling life within the space.

“We understand that transitioning to senior living can be an emotional experience for both seniors and their families,” said Wilson. “We are here to guide families every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition into a new and fulfilling chapter.”

Next Level Senior Advisors partners with a diverse range of senior living communities, each offering a unique set of amenities, services, and care options. These communities cater to a variety of needs and preferences, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living communities offer a vibrant and social environment with independent living apartments and access to a variety of amenities and activities, perfect for seniors seeking an active and engaged lifestyle. Assisted living communities provide assistance with daily living activities and personalized care plans in a supportive setting, ideal for seniors who require some help with daily tasks but still desire independence.

For seniors with cognitive impairments, memory care communities offer special attention and support. These communities specialize in memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, featuring secure environments, specialized care programs, and compassionate staff trained to meet the specific needs of residents with memory impairments.

Next Level Senior Advisors prioritizes partnering with senior living communities dedicated to providing exceptional care and a high quality of life for residents. They carefully evaluate each community based on factors such as staff qualifications and experience. Next Level Senior Advisors ensures partner communities have a team of highly trained and compassionate caregivers who are dedicated to resident well-being.

They also consider resident care philosophy and programs. They seek communities that prioritize resident-centered care, offering personalized care plans and a variety of programs that promote physical, mental, and social well-being. The amenities and activities offered are also an important factor. A vibrant calendar of activities, on-site amenities like fitness centers and walking paths, and access to cultural events and entertainment options are all crucial factors that contribute to a stimulating and enriching lifestyle.

In addition, they also evaluate the overall reputation and resident satisfaction. Positive reviews, a high occupancy rate, and a strong reputation for quality care are all indicators of a well-managed community that prioritizes resident satisfaction.

Through their elevated approach, Next Level Senior Advisors empowers families to make confident decisions about senior living. With their personalized support, access to a network of exceptional communities, and unwavering commitment to quality care, families can rest assured that their loved ones will receive the care and environment they deserve to thrive in their golden years.

Individuals or families who think Next Level Senior Advisors can help their loved one thrive in their golden years by finding the right retirement community, can reach out using the contact details below.

About Next Level Senior Advisors

Next Level Senior Advisors is a leading provider of senior living guidance, dedicated to empowering families to find the perfect fit for their loved ones. With a network of experienced, local Advisors in 8 US markets, the company offers personalized support throughout the entire senior living search process. Next Level Senior Advisors is committed to simplifying the search and achieving elevated results for families navigating senior living.

Contact Information

Website: https://nextlevelsenior.com/

Address: 7100 N. Classen Ste 106, Oklahoma City, OK 73116

Phone: 405-486-9976

Email: [email protected]

Media Contact

Judi, Next Level Senior Advisors, 1 405-486-9976, [email protected], https://nextlevelsenior.com/

SOURCE Next Level Senior Advisors

Best USA Sommelier Association to Host The First Midwest Sommelier Festival


Event will take place at Hermann Farm, Missouri on August 18

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Best USA Sommelier Association (BUSA), a not-for-profit created by top industry professionals to support and promote the role of the sommelier in the United States, will host The First Midwest Sommelier Festival on August 18 at Hermann Farm, Missouri. The event will feature two seminars exploring the unique grapes and wines of the Midwest region through interactive tasting, as well as informed discussions about the industry today and prospects for the future from viticulture and new grapes being developed to best practices in marketing and sales.

The festival and seminars will be led by an accomplished panel representing many perspectives in the sommelier community, including Dustin Chabert; Sara d’Amato; Alex Ferris, Doug Frost MS, MW; Evan Goldstein MS; Douglass Miller (Cornell University); Cheryl Stanley (Cornell University); Jienna Basaldu; Max Goldberg; Mark Guillaudeu MS (current US Sommelier Champion – BUSA); Tony Gullikson and Hannah Williams.

The First Midwest Sommelier Festival includes a full-day event on August 18 with two expert-led seminars, a walk-around wine tasting, lunch, and networking opportunities at the beautiful Stone Barn at Hermann Farm. See below for a full overview of the event’s itinerary. For tickets and event information, visit the BUSA website, or go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-midwest-sommelier-festival-tickets-927235314787? aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

Media Contact: For more information and to request a press pass please email Helen Gregory: [email protected], or call: 646-621-3559.

Event Itinerary: The First Midwest Sommelier Festival
Hermann Farms, Missouri
August 18, 2024

An exploration of the grapes and wines that are successful in the Midwest, now and into the future.

Agenda: Two seminars exploring some of the grape breeding that can change viticulture and winemaking in this region and how those wines are being marketed and sold. Lunch is included as well as a tasting of area wines as well as wines of other American wine regions.

August 18 – Attendees and Judges: Dustin Chabert, Sara d’Amato, Alex Ferris, Doug Frost MS, MW, Evan Goldstein MS, Douglass Miller and Cheryl Stanley, Jienna Basaldu, Max Goldberg, Mark Guillaudeu MS (current US Sommelier Champion), Tony Gullikson and Hannah Williams, and attending press.

11am12:30pm – Seminar – Future Grapes of the Midwest

Moderator: Doug Frost

Panelists: Grapes of the North Midwest: Dr. Erin Norton, Dr. Aude Watrelot, Andrew Horton

Grapes of the South Midwest: Dean Volenburg, Stephen Sommer

12:30pm – Lunch with wines from Hermannhof

2pm3:30pm – Seminar – The Selling of New and Unusual Wines in the Market

Moderator: Evan Goldstein MS

Panelists: Patricia Wamhoff, Annette Alden, Glenn Bardgett, Nathan Held

4pm – Tasting of American wines

Table One: Colorado

Table Two: Iowa

Table Three: Kansas

Table Four: Michigan

Table Five: Minnesota

Table Six: Missouri

Media Contact

Samantha Rissling, Gregory+Vine, 1 9205951848, [email protected], gregoryvine.com

SOURCE Best USA Sommelier Association

Seniors Helping Seniors® In-Home Care Services Expands to El Dorado, California


Laurence Maurel, a French native and former elementary school teacher is pursuing her dream of making a tangible difference in her community by opening her in-home senior care location to serve the El Dorado County community.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care services, a franchisor with over 125 franchise partners and more than 200 territories nationwide, has grown rapidly in recent years by building a workforce of talented caregivers who create meaningful relationships with their senior care clients. Now, local resident Laurence Maurel has opened a new location serving the El Dorado County community.

French native and former elementary school teacher Laurence Maurel is bringing Seniors Helping Seniors to El Dorado County, California. She chose Seniors Helping Seniors because it allows her to make a tangible difference in her community by providing essential services to seniors. The brand stands apart in the in-home care industry by prioritizing the hiring of active seniors to help their less active counterparts.

Laurence’s goal is to establish a strong customer base and a dedicated team of caregivers, aiming for a balanced growth that prioritizes quality care over rapid expansion. With personal experience caring for aging parents, she understands the significant impact of compassionate senior care and is committed to delivering high-quality service to her clients.

“Seniors Helping Seniors really focuses on the community. I looked at multiple opportunities and this one was the best fit for me. My parents are in France and need caregivers. I see that it’s not easy to find someone to help them, especially from over here in the U.S. I cannot help them in France, but maybe I can give a little bit of myself here in the U.S.,” said Laurence Maurel.

The demand for in-home care for mature populations continues to grow, with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reporting that nearly 70% of retirees will require some form of long-term care. Seniors Helping Seniors® services is expanding in California with its unique care services and approach to caregiver-client matching. This new location in El Dorado will mark the tenth in the state and will focus on serving the communities within El Dorado County, El Dorado Hills, Folsom, Placerville, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, and Pollock Pines

The Seniors Helping Seniors® franchise stands out from other brands in the elder-care space in part through its commitment to hiring senior caregivers, which provides employment opportunities for seniors and better cultivates meaningful relationships between caregivers and care receivers.

“We’ve become a leader in this industry by prioritizing the best possible care for our seniors, and that means partnering with only the most passionate and hard-working franchisees,” said Seniors Helping Seniors® President Namrata Yocom-Jan. “That’s exactly what we’ve found with Laurence as a new franchisee Partner, who is well-equipped to provide unparalleled in-home services to those in need throughout El Dorado.”

ABOUT SENIORS HELPING SENIORS®:

Seniors Helping Seniors® franchise system was founded by husband-and-wife duo Kiran and Philip Yocom. Kiran, who grew up in India, later worked to advance humanitarian efforts alongside Mother Teresa. After moving to the U.S. in 1995 and marrying her husband Philip, the Yocoms felt called to provide loving care to seniors and to cultivate an exchange of gifts at every generational level. Together, the Yocoms founded Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home services in 1998, opening the brand up to franchising in 2006. With a mission to be the most respected and rewarding home care provider in the U.S., Seniors Helping Seniors® locations stand apart from competitors as the only company that prioritizes hiring active seniors to provide care services to their less-active counterparts. Seniors Helping Seniors® service aligns caregivers and care recipients based on the abilities and needs of both by offering a wide range of care services. Seniors Helping Seniors® network has grown to 200-plus locations and over 125 franchise partners in 30-plus states and international markets. For more information on Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care, visit https://seniorshelpingseniors.com/.

Media Contact

Julie Maw, Mainland, 3125263996, [email protected]www.hellomainland.com

SOURCE Seniors Helping Seniors

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