Exceptional Senior Placement Services

Exceptional Senior Placement Services ESP started out as one friend helping another in a great time of need. Contact us now for a free and confidential consultation.

ESP provides free assessments and senior housing referrals to individuals and their loved one's when they are looking to move to a more engaging senior community or are no longer able to safely remain in their home. While that was many years ago, the guiding principles behind that interaction are still the at the core of what we do every day: helping families and their loved ones through one of li

fe's most difficult transitions with compassion, dignity, and respect. We specialize in helping families find the best caring and nurturing environments for patients suffering form Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia currently affect more than five million people in the United States. It was the seventh-leading cause of death across all ages in 2006 and the fifth-leading cause of death for those aged 65 and older.* All of us, it seems, have been or will become intimate with their impact on our lives. Providing care for loved ones who suffer from these diseases can take its toll on family and caregivers emotionally, physically, and financially. Often matters are made more difficult by the shifting family dynamics that occur when roles are reversed and adult children are faced with having to parent their own parent. With more than twenty years of experience helping families and individuals throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, we are uniquely qualified to help you and your loved ones take the next step at no cost to you. Though we are a small team, our commitment and passion for helping others has enabled us to touch the lives of many people throughout the Bay Area

Scams are becoming more and more common for older adults.
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Scams are becoming more and more common for older adults.

FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center data shows people over age 60 may have lost as much as $3.4 billion to fraudsters

Could AI Be Helpful for Older Adults?
04/23/2024

Could AI Be Helpful for Older Adults?

Engineers and inventors are finding ways to use artificial intelligence to make sure people take their medicine and stay safe at home

The DICE Approach is a Great Way to Respond to the Needs of a Loved one with Dementia.
03/14/2024

The DICE Approach is a Great Way to Respond to the Needs of a Loved one with Dementia.

The DICE (Describe, Investigate, Create, Evaluate) approach gives us the tools to assess and respond to the needs of a person with dementia

Grief is everywhere and comes in so many forms.
02/20/2024

Grief is everywhere and comes in so many forms.

It's a daunting task. The ordinary has become sacred and all those clothes are still an invisible thread that binds us together.

DICE can be used at home to help us assess the needs of a person with dementia.
01/11/2024

DICE can be used at home to help us assess the needs of a person with dementia.

The DICE (Describe, Investigate, Create, Evaluate) approach gives us the tools to assess and respond to the needs of a person with dementia

Photographer Joe Wallace says too many mainstream images of Alzheimer’s and dementia make you look away and are filled w...
11/01/2023

Photographer Joe Wallace says too many mainstream images of Alzheimer’s and dementia make you look away and are filled with fear and despair.. He hopes new collection of portraits makes people do the opposite.

Photographer Joe Wallace says too many mainstream images of Alzheimer’s and dementia make you look away; his new collection of portraits invites you to do the opposite

Death is a difficult topic but it's an important one. You should urge your aging loved ones to pre plan their funeral.
10/04/2023

Death is a difficult topic but it's an important one. You should urge your aging loved ones to pre plan their funeral.

And why you should consider doing the same

Flossing is a simple practice to help prevent other age-related diseases, including cognitive decline.
08/25/2023

Flossing is a simple practice to help prevent other age-related diseases, including cognitive decline.

It turns out a healthy mouth can help in the fight against dementia

It's not easy caring for a loved one with dementia. A former Wisconsin Governor shares his journey of caring for his wif...
08/11/2023

It's not easy caring for a loved one with dementia. A former Wisconsin Governor shares his journey of caring for his wife, and offers some tips on how to cope.

After facing the challenges of caring for his wife, former Wisconsin Governor Marty Schreiber shares his personal journey along with practical tips to help Alzheimer's caregivers better cope and survive

Traveling is starting to pick back up again 3 years post the pandemic, but Covid is still a risk, especially in older ad...
07/13/2023

Traveling is starting to pick back up again 3 years post the pandemic, but Covid is still a risk, especially in older adults. Here is some good insight on what you need to know about medicare coverage when traveling inside or outside the United States.

Post-pandemic traveling still poses health risks, especially for older adults with underlying chronic conditions

Long Term Care Insurance and What You Need to Know
06/13/2023

Long Term Care Insurance and What You Need to Know

Why you may want to consider a hybrid version in case you never need long-term care benefits

If you have a terminal disease and are not pursuing curative treatment, you can go on hospice with a doctor's referral i...
05/16/2023

If you have a terminal disease and are not pursuing curative treatment, you can go on hospice with a doctor's referral in order to preserve your quality of life.

As a solo ager, I have found that hospice offers the services I need most

Bruce Willis' wife, along with many other caregivers often need to seek advice on how to navigate this world while carin...
04/14/2023

Bruce Willis' wife, along with many other caregivers often need to seek advice on how to navigate this world while caring for someone with cognitive impairment.

Remaining engaged by making connections and finding support is essential

Happy National Caregiver Day! Today is a great day to make sure to honor those who give endlessly to help loved ones liv...
02/17/2023

Happy National Caregiver Day! Today is a great day to make sure to honor those who give endlessly to help loved ones live better lives.

When I first became a homecare executive, my predecessor and first home health & hospice mentor advised me to join HHFMA. “And never miss the Finance conference!” It was fantastic advice. The HHFMA has been a great source of current information over my career, and its mentoring program was a ter...

Staying healthy in your body and mind truly helps to navigate one through the aging years.
02/02/2023

Staying healthy in your body and mind truly helps to navigate one through the aging years.

Staying healthy in body and mind is helping me navigate these years with gratitude

As we enter into this holiday weekend, it's good to have some strategies on how to communicate with loved ones with deme...
12/22/2022

As we enter into this holiday weekend, it's good to have some strategies on how to communicate with loved ones with dementia or Alzheimers.

Practicing kind communication is essential to maintaining a person's integrity, reducing stress levels and promoting general well-being

Do you suspect a loved one may need help navigating a dementia diagnosis? Here are some tips, including help for those w...
11/11/2022

Do you suspect a loved one may need help navigating a dementia diagnosis? Here are some tips, including help for those who live independently.

Resources and suggestions to help navigate a dementia diagnosis, including help for those who live independently

Learning how to live alone but not be lonely can be challenging for the aging population, but there are ways to ease the...
10/17/2022

Learning how to live alone but not be lonely can be challenging for the aging population, but there are ways to ease the loneliness and feel engaged with others.

A widower recalls many difficult mealtimes after he lost his wife, and how he now keeps loneliness away from the table

Feeling forgetful? There are some tips that can help keep your brain sharp as you age. And some of them can even be fun!
08/19/2022

Feeling forgetful? There are some tips that can help keep your brain sharp as you age. And some of them can even be fun!

Significant memory loss is not an unavoidable part of getting older. Here are research-backed ways to help avoid dementia.

As caregivers to our Seniors, we need to learn how to balance their  independence with the supervision and support they ...
07/29/2022

As caregivers to our Seniors, we need to learn how to balance their independence with the supervision and support they need.

As caregivers, we must encourage activities and interests that contribute to our aging loved ones’ feelings of self-worth while also prioritizing their safety.

Patience, acceptance, and humor can help in the Alzheimer's journey
07/18/2022

Patience, acceptance, and humor can help in the Alzheimer's journey

As my wife's caregiver, I've learned that patience, acceptance and humor help us both cope with her disease

Here is Susan Thaxton at Health and Aging Education Day presented by the Rotary club - it’s so exciting for our team to ...
06/28/2022

Here is Susan Thaxton at Health and Aging Education Day presented by the Rotary club - it’s so exciting for our team to be back supporting and educating the community!

Being kind not only makes the other person feel valued and supported but research has shown that it's good for your heal...
06/17/2022

Being kind not only makes the other person feel valued and supported but research has shown that it's good for your health and can slow the bodies aging process.

Benefits go to our hearts, immune systems, mental states and more

Is your elderly loved one feeling lonely? Joy for All Companion Therapy Pets are designed to bring comfort, companionshi...
05/13/2022

Is your elderly loved one feeling lonely? Joy for All Companion Therapy Pets are designed to bring comfort, companionship, and fun to elder loved ones. Therapy pets have a remarkable effect on those in the middle and later stages of Alzheimers. They are calming, soothing and bring the person back to a time in their life when they felt useful and had a sense of purpose; when caring for a young family member was the #1 priority. Not vet bills, just love. The interactive cats and pups are all about ease-of-care and convenience that pairs with technology for the best possible experience. The pets have been shown to improve interaction and decrease agitation and anxiety.

The official site of Joy for All robotic therapy pets. Our pets make a great gift for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Shop our cats and pups today.

After such a long period of uncertainty, it’s completely normal to feel some post lockdown anxiety. Older people are mor...
04/29/2022

After such a long period of uncertainty, it’s completely normal to feel some post lockdown anxiety. Older people are more vulnerable to COVID-19, and this extra risk has taken its toll on a lot of people’s mental wellbeing. With fewer people wearing face masks and practicing social distancing, it’s natural for older people to now have worries about returning to normalcy. This article offers some good insight on how to proceed in an uncertain environment.

Many people with underlying health conditions are still apprehensive about COVID and continue to refrain from being out in public

Elder financial abuse is one of the most common forms of elder abuse. As people get on in years and perhaps experience c...
04/15/2022

Elder financial abuse is one of the most common forms of elder abuse. As people get on in years and perhaps experience cognitive decline, they may become vulnerable to elder financial exploitation: theft or fraud perpetrated by someone they know, even someone close to them. Below are some tips of how to protect yourself or your elderly loved one from Financial Fraud.

Caregivers and older Americans can use Carefull, EverSafe, and True Link Financial to help flag suspicious behavior. See other resources we recommend.

Getting the recommended amount of exercise each week, regardless of your age, is an investment in your health. We all wa...
04/08/2022

Getting the recommended amount of exercise each week, regardless of your age, is an investment in your health. We all want as many years as possible being physically independent. Your attention to an aging loved one as you encourage movement can boost the chances of their success!

Your personal attention to the idea of moving more can help your aging parent get past resistance to exercise. There are ways to be active for anyone, even those with limited mobility.

Happy spring! Team ESP gathered as a collective group for the first time in what seems forever. This provided the opport...
04/01/2022

Happy spring! Team ESP gathered as a collective group for the first time in what seems forever. This provided the opportunity to share success stories, and learn from one another’s best practices. We discussed new partnerships within senior living communities, and how to support families as they navigate the complexities of finding new homes for their loved ones.

We are so excited for the launch of ElliQ! ElliQ was introduced to us a few years ago and we could not be more happy for...
03/21/2022

We are so excited for the launch of ElliQ! ElliQ was introduced to us a few years ago and we could not be more happy for the team of individuals who developed this amazing product. ElliQ is amongst the newest technologies being created to entertain, comfort, and support the mental and physical needs of Seniors. Take a look at all the amazing features of this interactive robot that is currently being welcomed into the homes of many.

ElliQ is a voice operated care companion aimed at keeping older adults active, connected and engaged. ElliQ encourages seniors to take better care of themselves socially, physically and cognitively.

Address

15 Railroad Avenue Suite 116
Danville, CA
94526

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15109100344

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