Creating New Hope Senior Living Advisors

11/17/2025

💜 Caregivers — Tap In With Us! 💜
1st & 3rd Monday Evenings | 5:15 PM | Online via Zoom

Caring for a loved one is an act of love… but during the holidays, it can also feel *extra* overwhelming.
You don’t have to carry all of that alone.

Join our Caregiver Support Group, a safe and compassionate space where we talk about everything from:
✨ Navigating seasonal stress
✨ Balancing traditions and caregiving
✨ Family dynamics during the holidays
✨ Self-care when everyone needs something from you
✨ Real-life tips from people walking the same journey

This group is for YOU — a place where your experience is seen, your efforts are valued, and your voice matters.

📅 Meets the 1st & 3rd Monday
🕔 5:15 PM (PST)
🧑‍💻 Online via Zoom
🔗 Register Easily Here:Scan QR code on flyer

Facilitated by: Christine Sevier, Senior Living Advisor
📞 925-495-0330
📧 [christine@creatingnewhope.org]

💜 You give so much. You deserve support, too.💜

11/17/2025

When health changes, emotions run high. 💜
You don’t have to face it alone — we’ll help you find the care your parent deserves.

📞 Call 925-495-0330 or message us for personal guidance.

11/14/2025

Do you lie awake worrying about your parents’ safety or comfort? 💜
You’re not alone — and there are solutions that bring peace of mind.

📞 Let’s talk: 925-495-0330 | 🌐 creatingnewhope.org

11/06/2025

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Drop Soon! 💜

This week on Let’s Talk About It with Christine Sevier, I sit down with Kathleen Taylor, the incredible owner of A Family of Care Board and Care Homes in Brentwood. 🌿

Kathleen opens up about how her journey into senior care began with one unexpected phone call — the call no daughter ever wants to receive — about her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s.

What started as heartbreak became her life’s purpose: creating warm, family-centered homes where seniors are treated with dignity, love, and respect. 🏡

✨Her story is one of faith, resilience, and compassion — a reminder that sometimes our deepest pain becomes our greatest calling. 💫

🎧 Tune in to hear Kathleen’s inspiring story, how she built her community of care, and what keeps her grounded in this meaningful work.

💜

10/29/2025

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT!

On this week’s episode of Let’s Talk About It with Christine Sevier, we sit down with Venus Gist, Founder of Care for People Court, for a powerful and emotional conversation about what happens when family conflict and caregiving decisions take a painful turn. 💔

Venus shares how disagreements around her parent’s care led to court involvement and eventually Public Guardian oversight, removing the family’s ability to make decisions.

This heartfelt discussion shines a light on:
✨ How family conflict can escalate in elder care
✨ What happens when the court steps in
✨ How to protect your loved one’s wishes and avoid losing decision-making power
✨ Why communication and planning early can make all the difference

Whether you’re a caregiver or family member navigating tough choices — this episode is a must-watch.

🎧 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2ln_CZBwaGQ?si=93ZP9GMchNN-vft_
💜 Let’s Talk About It with Christine Sevier — Where Compassion Meets Clarity

Episode: Family Conflict, Court Involvement & Protecting Parental RightsGuest: Venus Gist, Founder of Care for People CourtWhen family conflict and caregivin...

10/29/2025

📞 When to Call the Medicare Complaint Line or File an Appeal

If you believe your rights as a Medicare beneficiary are being violated or a coverage decision is wrong, you can file a complaint (grievance) or appeal directly through Medicare or your plan provider.

⚖️ Coverage & Billing Issues

* You were denied coverage for a service, procedure, or medication you believe should be covered
* Medicare or your plan refused to pay a bill you think they should pay
* You were billed incorrectly or charged more than the approved Medicare rate
* Your claim was processed incorrectly or never received a response

🏥 Hospital, Rehab, or Skilled Nursing Facility Issues

* You are being discharged too early from a hospital, rehab, or skilled nursing facility
* You disagree with a notice of non-coverage or discharge order
* You believe you’re being denied further therapy or rehab even though you still need skilled care
* The facility refused admission or readmission despite medical need

💊 Prescription Drug (Part D) Problems

* A medication was denied or dropped from coverage
* You were charged a higher copay tier than expected
* The pharmacy refused to fill your prescription despite plan coverage
* You were not informed of formulary changes or alternatives

🧾 Plan & Provider Concerns

* Your Medicare Advantage or Part D plan made a decision you disagree with
* You were misled by plan marketing or received inaccurate information
* A provider refused to accept Medicare or overcharged you
* You’re having difficulty reaching plan representatives or getting clear answers

🚨 Quality of Care or Rights Violations

* You received poor or unsafe care from a provider or facility
* Your privacy or patient rights were violated
* You experienced discrimination or inappropriate discharge or transfer

☎️ Who to Call

Medicare Help Line:1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
Beneficiary and Family Centered Care Quality Improvement Organization (BFCC-QIO): For hospital or skilled-nursing discharge appeals
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP): For free local help filing appeals and understanding your rights

10/29/2025

🏡 “Just stop by — anytime.”

We love when families schedule a visit… but we also want you to feel welcome to pop in unannounced. 🌟 Why? Because the best way to truly understand a senior living community is to see it in action — day or night, weekday or weekend. Real life doesn’t happen only during tours.

And here’s something I remind families often: if Mom is 88 and says “everyone there is too old,” chances are she just hasn’t seen what community life is really like. 💡 Surrounded by peers with shared experiences, conversations flow easily, friendships form naturally, and people feel free to be their authentic selves — walker, cane, and all. There’s no judgment here, only support and belonging. ❤️

👉 Ready to see what “home” can look like for your loved one? Let’s plan a visit — or better yet, stop by and experience it for yourself.

🌟 Creating New Hope — Where Compassion Meets Clarity—Your Trusted Partner in Senior Living Transitions.

10/27/2025

💭 “I can do it!” — but the body says otherwise.

For many living with Parkinson’s, the mind is still sharp and determined — but the body doesn’t always follow. 🧠➡️💪 This disconnect can be deeply frustrating for both the person experiencing it and their loved ones. That’s why compassionate support, patience, and the right environment matter so much.

And here’s some good news: we’re living longer than ever before. 🎉 Many of the incredible older adults we support are 100+ years young — one recent client was 106! With the right care, people are not only living longer… they’re living better. ❤️

👉 If you’re navigating Parkinson’s or caring for an aging loved one, we’re here to guide you through every stage of the journey.

🌟 Creating New Hope — Where Compassion Meets Clarity—Your Trusted Partner in Senior Living Transitions.

10/23/2025

🚨 50% fewer falls. 60% fewer hospital stays. 80% fewer injuries.

That’s the power of innovation in senior living. 💡🏡

We’ve just installed the Audi AI fall-prevention device in all of our apartments — a groundbreaking safety tool that protects residents without compromising their privacy. 🧠✨ With no data storage and a built-in privacy mask, Audi monitors movement in real time and alerts caregivers instantly if help is needed — before a fall becomes a crisis.

This is what the future of compassionate care looks like. ❤️ Purposeful design. Smart technology. Safer lives.

👉 Learn how Creating New Hope can help your loved one live safely and independently in the right environment.

🌟 Creating New Hope — Where Compassion Meets Clarity—Your Trusted Partner in Senior Living Transitions.

10/21/2025

💭 “It’s okay.” Those two little words can change everything.

It’s okay to grow older. 🕊️
It’s okay to need help. 💗
It’s okay for you — the adult child — to feel grief, guilt, sadness, or even relief. All of it is normal. What’s not okay is ignoring what’s really happening and doing nothing when safety is on the line.

If Mom or Dad can’t remember how to call 911 📞… if you’re relying on nanny cams instead of real support… if you know they’re not safe alone — then it’s time to act. Waiting until a crisis happens is never the answer.

💡 These conversations may feel uncomfortable, but starting them early can prevent heartbreaking emergencies later. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

👉 Let’s talk about your family’s situation and build a safe, compassionate plan together.

🌟 Creating New Hope — Where Compassion Meets Clarity—Your Trusted Partner in Senior Living Transitions.

10/16/2025

Aegis Senior Living — Compassionate Care That Adapts With You 🏡
When it comes to senior care, few communities offer the flexibility, clinical expertise, and heart that Aegis Senior Living provides. 💜

💉 Insulin Support & Medication Management:
Aegis’ trained team can assist residents who require insulin injections — ensuring safety, dignity, and confidence in daily health routines.

🧠 Bridging Assisted Living & Memory Care:
For those on the borderline between assisted living and memory care, Aegis creates a smooth continuum of support — allowing residents to Aegis in Place instead of relocating as needs evolve.

🏡 Locally Owned, Locally Guided:
Because Aegis is privately owned, every decision — from staffing to resident care — is made at the local level, not by a corporate office. That means more personalized attention, faster responses, and care that feels truly connected to the community.

✨ It’s not just about where you live — it’s about how you live, and the peace of mind that comes with compassionate, locally led care.

📞 Learn more about compassionate communities that meet people where they are.
Connect with Creating New Hope Senior Living Advisors at (925) 495-0330 —
Where Compassion Meets Clarity—Your Trusted Partner in Senior Living Transitions. 💜

10/15/2025

Cut the trial-and-error. 🧬 Pharmacogenetic testing (e.g., GeneSight) can help doctors match antidepressants and mood stabilizers to you—especially important in dementia care, where side effects and sensitivity matter.

- Personalize treatment plans 🎯
- Potentially shorten the time to an effective med ⏱️
- Reduce unwanted side effects from guesswork 💊

It’s a quick, noninvasive cheek swab that informs—not replaces—medical judgment. Talk with your clinician about whether it’s right for you or a loved one. 🧠