If you’re Googling things like “assisted living costs” or “how to convince Mom she’s not fine,” you’re in the right place.

Welcome to the chaotic, guilt-riddled, occasionally hilarious rollercoaster known as helping a loved one transition into senior living. Whether you're bracing for crisis or (miraculously) planning ahead, this book is your compass, cheerleader, and sanity-saver, all rolled into one.

Written by veteran senior living expert Shari Ross, who’s been called everything from “a lifesaver” to “the woman who talked my dad off the ledge with pudding”, this guide gives you the truth, the tools, and the occasional permission to laugh through the absurdity.

Inside, you’ll find:

* The S.I.M.P.L.E. Method: A sanity-saving framework to guide every step of the journey
* How to know when it’s “time” (Hint: yoga bruises aren’t always from yoga)
* Scripts that actually work for starting the conversation (without triggering DEFCON 3)
* What senior living really costs, and how families actually pay for it
* Touring tips, red flag sniff tests, and contracts decoded
* Memory care demystified, crises navigated, and peace of mind reclaimed

Packed with real stories, expert insights, and the kind of advice you’d get from a best friend who’s been there (with snacks), Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E. turns overwhelm into clarity.

You’re not alone. And you’re not crazy. This is hard, but you don’t have to do it blindfolded.
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There is also a work book that is a great supplement to this book - The Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E. Workbook: The Real-World Toolkit for Navigating Senior Care – One Checklist at a Time