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Free checklist ยท 48 questions ยท 8 sections

Tour smarter, not longer.

The questions families forget to ask on a senior living tour: night staffing, what the rate leaves out, rate increases, what happens when care needs change. Take the same list to every community and the differences show up on their own. No account needed: use it right here on your phone or tablet while you tour.

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Section 01

First Impressions

The first five minutes of a tour tell you more than an hour of scripted sales talk.

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Section 02

Staff & Care Quality

The quality of a community comes down to the people who show up every day.

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Section 03

Resident Life & Activities

An active, engaged calendar is a lagging indicator of quality care.

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Section 04

Dining & Nutrition

Visit at meal time. Eat a meal if you can.

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Section 05

Safety & Security

Peace of mind is worth a lot. Look for it actively.

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Section 06

The Apartment

Comfortable, functional, personal. These are non-negotiable.

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Section 07

Contract & Financial

Read the contract twice. Take it home before signing.

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Section 08

Trust Your Gut

After the tour, sit in the parking lot for five minutes and check in with yourself.

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