What is Elder Care Consulting and How Can It Help My Family?

Feeling overwhelmed with your loved one’s care? You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Most people have heard of in-home care or case management, but elder care consulting is something different and it might be exactly what your family needs.

If you’re supporting an aging parent, grandparent, or partner and feel unsure about where to start or what comes next, here’s what elder care consulting is and why it matters.

So… What Is Elder Care Consulting?

Elder care consultants are professionals who help families:

• Understand care options

• Navigate local systems and services

• Create customized care plans

• Coordinate providers and resources

• Make decisions with clarity, not confusion

We don’t provide medical care but we do help make sense of the big picture and walk with you through it.

How Is It Different from Case Management or Social Work?

Great question. Elder care consulting is usually:

• Private-pay (not tied to insurance or Medi-Cal systems)

• Flexible and personalized based on the family’s needs

• Less clinical, more focused on advocacy and problem-solving

You get someone who understands the landscape and who’s working directly for you.

When Might My Family Need a Consultant?

• You’re unsure if your loved one needs in-home help, assisted living, or something else

• You’re trying to figure out which services exist and how to access them

• You’re caring from a distance and want someone local to check in

• You just feel overwhelmed and want a plan

Why Families in Monterey County Should Choose Bradley Advocacy

At Bradley Advocacy, we help families find clarity when things feel messy. We’ve spent years working in aging adult services locally and know how confusing the system can be.

You don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you need a one-time consultation or ongoing support, we're here to help you build a plan you can trust.

Let’s Talk About What You Need

Contact us to schedule a consultation and get the clarity you’ve been looking for.