Business Details
12 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Senior Living Advisor in Central Florida
North Star Senior Advisors was founded in 2014 with a mission to provide free, expert guidance to families navigating senior living transitions. Our team combines over 25 years of collective healthcare experience with a personalized approach to placement services. We specialize in senior living options across Central Florida, including assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities. Our process begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand each family's unique needs and preferences. We conduct in-person or virtual evaluations, often with licensed nursing staff, to determine appropriate care levels.Our advisors accompany clients on facility tours, advocate during admissions, and ensure smooth transitions into new residences. We maintain partnerships with licensed facilities that meet rigorous quality standards through biannual inspections. Our veteran-owned team includes certified dementia practitioners and bilingual staff to better serve diverse populations. We operate with transparency, charging no fees to families as we are compensated by partner facilities. Our commitment to excellence has earned us testimonials praising our compassionate, professional service and successful placements.
Services
Senior Placement
Assisted Living Placement
Memory Care Placement
Geriatric Care Management
Senior Living Resources
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned agency with 25+ years of combined healthcare experience
- Bilingual staff serving diverse senior populations
- Certified Dementia Practitioners on staff for specialized care guidance
- Nurse available for clinical assessments and medical consultations
- Concierge service accompanying families on all facility tours
What people say
Professional and knowledgeable
Compassionate and dedicated
Smooth transition process
Personalized care approach
Exceptional customer service
Services
Senior Placement
Our senior placement service connects families with appropriate living communities through personalized assessments and facility tours. We evaluate care requirements, budget constraints, and location preferences to identify optimal options. Our advisors accompany clients during visits and advocate throughout the admissions process to ensure smooth transitions into new residences.
Memory Care Placement
Specialized memory care placement focuses on secure facilities designed for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. We partner with communities offering tailored programming and safety features. Our certified dementia practitioners guide families through options while considering progressive care needs and specialized staff training requirements for residents.
Geriatric Care Management
Comprehensive care management includes clinical assessments, medication oversight, and medical appointment coordination. Our nurse-led team develops personalized care plans addressing home safety, crisis intervention, and transitions between living arrangements. We serve as patient advocates during healthcare interactions and coordinate multidisciplinary care provider communications.
Assisted Living Placement
We facilitate assisted living placements matching individual needs with facilities offering personal care assistance and social activities. Our process identifies communities providing bathing, grooming, and medication management support within budget parameters. We verify licensing compliance and conduct quality evaluations of partnered residences.
Senior Living Consultation
Initial consultations provide comprehensive overviews of senior living options and financial considerations. We explain care level differences, average costs, and available resources through personalized sessions. Our advisors answer questions about transition processes and help families make informed decisions about appropriate living arrangements.
People
Ignacio Quiones
Managing Partner
U.S. Army Veteran and Licensed Practical Nurse with 15 years geriatric care experience. Combines healthcare expertise with business leadership to guide senior living solutions for families across Central Florida.
Veronica Quiones
Founder and COO
Certified Dementia Practitioner with decade-plus experience in senior living transitions. Former healthcare marketer turned advocate, specializing in connecting families with appropriate care communities through personalized service and clinical assessments.
Michael Quiones
Director of Client Services
Healthcare-focused professional with associate degree in Radiation Therapy. Brings customer service excellence and healthcare knowledge to coordinate seamless transitions for senior living placements across Central Florida.
Patricia Hazlett
Senior Living Advisor
Bilingual Certified Dementia Practitioner with 5+ years senior placement experience. Leverages 20 years healthcare industry background to connect families with appropriate memory care and assisted living solutions.
Brooke Fulmore
Senior Living Advisor
Health Services Administration graduate with decade of skilled nursing facility experience. Specializes in long-term care transitions, emphasizing empathetic communication and personalized senior living solutions for Central Florida families.
Questions
What senior living options do you help with?
We assist with assisted living, memory care, independent living, and skilled nursing facility placements across Central Florida.
How much do your placement services cost?
Our senior living placement services are completely free for families - we receive referral fees from partnered facilities.
Do you serve counties outside Orlando?
Yes, we serve Seminole, Orange, Volusia, Osceola, and Lake counties throughout Central Florida.
What qualifications do your advisors have?
Our team includes licensed nurses, certified dementia practitioners, and bilingual staff with decades of combined healthcare experience.
Can you help with urgent placement needs?
Yes, we offer crisis intervention services and prioritize urgent senior living transition requirements across Central Florida.
Do you provide ongoing care management?
Yes, we offer geriatric care management including medication oversight, appointment coordination, and home safety evaluations.
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