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WHO THIS IS FOR
You’ve just received a call from a hospital or rehab and don’t know what to do next
You and your siblings can’t agree on next steps
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You’re overwhelmed trying to figure out care options for your parent
You feel unprepared to make important decisions quickly
FAMILIES FEEL RELIEF AFTER THEIR STRATEGY SESSION
HOW IT WORKS
Three straightforward steps to clarity, confidence, and a plan you can act on.
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Schedule Your Consultation
Start by scheduling a consultation to discuss your needs. We'll find the best time that works for you.
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Clarify Your Needs
During the consultation we listen carefully to your concerns, clarify your goals, and shape a customised plan to fit your situation.
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Receive Your Action Plan
Once we understand your needs, we develop a clear, actionable roadmap with concrete steps so you can move forward with confidence.
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Compassionate Care
"We finally have a plan that everyone in the family agrees on."
Our Philosophy
PROVIDING CALM, STRUCTURED GUIDANCE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST.
Navigating the journey of an aging parent is rarely a straight line. It’s filled with complex emotions and medical jargon.
We offer a reassuring approach to help you navigate these complexities with expert support and empathy, turning overwhelm into a clear, actionable path forward.
Peace of mind for the whole family
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST
With more than 35 years of experience in gerontology and senior living, I have helped families navigate complex aging care decisions including housing transitions, care coordination, and crisis situations.
My role is to provide calm, experienced guidance so families can make confident decisions during a very stressful time.
OUR SERVICES
ABOUT MARK SHELTON
Gerontologist
35+ Years Experience
Executive Leader
Aging Parent Navigator was founded by Mark Shelton, a gerontologist with over 35 years of executive leadership experience across the full spectrum of senior care. His expertise spans Assisted Living communities, Skilled Nursing facilities, State Veterans Homes, hospitals, and retirement communities.
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Throughout his distinguished career, Mark has guided thousands of families through complex care transitions, healthcare decisions, and placement challenges. With deep empathy, he understands both the emotional weight families carry and the operational realities of the systems they must navigate.
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Mark has also served as a delegate at two White House Conferences on Aging and held influential leadership roles, including Vice Chair and Legislative Chair of a State Commission on Aging. These positions have allowed him to bring valuable policy-level insights to the real-world decisions families face.
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Aging Parent Navigator offers calm, structured guidance, grounded in decades of experience — helping families move forward with clarity, confidence, and informed direction.
"Every family deserves a guide who truly listens. My role is to bring clarity where there's confusion and peace where there's worry."
— Mark Shelton
WHAT HAPPENS DURING YOUR STRATEGY SESSION
During this private session we will:
Clarify your parent’s current care needs and situation
Discuss care options such as home care, assisted living, or memory care
Create a practical action plan for the next phase of care
Identify the safest and most appropriate next steps
Help you avoid common and costly mistakes families make
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Answer your most urgent questions
You leave the session with clarity, confidence, and a clear plan forward.
Our Services
ONGOING SUPPORT &
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Your $295 Strategic Planning Session is the key to unlocking personalized, ongoing support. By booking this session, you gain access to a range of essential services — specifically designed to provide continuous guidance and assistance for your family at every stage of the process. Let us help you navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.
​FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO THIS SERVICE IS FOR
Families typically contact Aging Parent Navigator when they are experiencing one or more of the following situations:
A parent’s health or safety has suddenly declined
Assisted living or memory care may be needed
A hospital discharge requires quick care decisions
Siblings disagree about what to do next
The family is overwhelmed by senior care options
