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Choosing the right level of senior living support can feel overwhelming—especially when change happens gradually. In this episode of Wesley’s Informed Choices podcast, Wesley Brand Marketing Specialist Rachel Kirkman speaks with senior living consultants Dave and Carol Foltz of Rhythm Senior Living Consulting about what families should understand before a transition becomes urgent. They break down the most common levels of care—independent living, assisted living (including supportive services from Wesley’s Catered Living program), memory care, rehab, and skilled nursing—and explain why “safety” is often the first and biggest concern for adult children and caregivers.
The conversation also explores a challenge many families face: a parent may feel safe doing what they’ve always done, while family members see real risk. Dave and Carol share ways to approach a loved one with empathy (even when denial is present), how to reduce conflict between siblings with different perspectives and how to spot the point where a spouse or partner is being worn down by caregiving responsibilities. You’ll also hear practical questions to ask when evaluating a retirement community—beyond cost—such as staff training engagement, and how well a team truly gets to know each resident as a person.