• "To keep the heart unwrinkled, to be hopeful, kindly, cheerful , reverent - that is to triumph over old age."

    Thomas Bailey Aldrich

     

    CONCIERGE SERVICES FOR BUSY PROFESSIONALS & OLDER ADULTS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA

  • What I do

    My concierge services offer friendly, customized assistance that supports well-being and independence for older adults who need a little extra help. Whether you are a senior needing a helping hand, or a family member looking to find trustworthy assistance for a relative, my practical and dependable services provide peace of mind.

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    An affordable complement to managed care

    I collaborate with other care professionals. I work with care managers, wealth managers, fiduciaries, and care facilities to make sure we meet our clients’ needs. While my focus is on older adults, I work with people of all ages. Let me be a partner on your caregiving team.

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    A helping hand for independent seniors

    Some older adults need only a little help, others more. Together we will plan the non-medical assistance and support that suits you best. There is no weekly minimum or maximum time requirement—I’ll be there to help out when and how you need me.

     

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    Rightsizing for relocation and Swedish Death Cleaning

    If you are relocating, I can help you prepare for the big day. If you are interested in a slightly different approach to downsizing, I offer Swedish Death Cleaning. This gentle approach encourages us to reflect on our material belongings, how they impact our psychological well-being, and also how they will impact our family and friends after we are gone.

  • If you don't see a service you need just ask!

  •  Advocacy and Well-being

    Through relevant questions and information gathering, I help my clients participate fully in healthcare decisions.

    • Patient advocacy, record keeping, and communicating with family
    • Medical, vision, hearing, dental appointments
    • Detailed summaries of medical visits
    • Pharmacy and medical supply purchases
    • Being there in an emergency situation
    • Post-surgery or hospitalization support

     

    Personal Assistant

    I help with daily financial management. Do you need piles of paperwork transformed into manageable files or help with gathering tax documents, or paying bills?

    • Create systems to manage paperwork and mail, and ensure bills are paid.
    • Create a 'Life File' of your estate assets and liabilities for your next of kin or estate administrator
    • Help with email, cell phone, and computer basics
    • Offer creative solutions for everyday challenges

  • Swedish Death Cleaning

    Swedish Death Cleansing is a gentle, intentional approach to decluttering. Death cleaning is a service of love and care you do before you pass so others don’t have to. It’s like one last gift that makes the transition easier to navigate for the people you left behind. In her book, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, Margareta Magnusson, encourges us to free ourselves and our loved ones from a lifetime of clutter and to find the satisfaction and contentment this brings.

    • Honor memories and a desire to share them with others
    • Designate items to be gifted or sold (now or later)
    • Donate items or collections to the appropriate organizations
    • Clear out the unneccessary and unwanted

    Rightsizing for Relocation

    If you are relocating, let me help you prepare for the big day. I will guide you through a process of determining which items to take, to sell, to donate, or to transfer to loved ones. We will identify the things you treasure and need most for your new home.

    • Create a floor plan for your new space
    • Obtain estimates for packing and movers
    • Help you unpack, organize, and settle into your new home

  • Everyday Life Tasks, Errands, and Companionship

    We'll always find ways to enjoy our time together whether it's spent visiting a coffee shop, running errands, or tackling an overstuffed closet.
    • Transportation for shopping, social engagements, and appointments
    • Archiving collections
    • Planning or prepping meals
    • Shopping with you, or for you
    • Companionship at museums, theaters, movies, and other events

  • About me

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    Hi, I’m Cynthia.

    I started the rewarding business of working with older adults in 2013. I see my role as a trusted partner who supports and assists with a variety of customizable services. I have a graduate degree in secondary education and, in order to better support my clients, have taken classes in a Fiduciary Studies program. I have raised three wonderful children, taught Language Arts, and been an avid volunteer, especially in animal rescue. I’m motivated, personable, caring, and detail-oriented.

  • Contact me

     

    510-809-5001

     

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