Our Story Built from personal experience

Our advisors haven't just studied senior care, they've lived it. That's what makes the difference.

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The missing piece How we started:

A Plan For Senior Care was born from personal experience. Founder Chere Vought had spent years helping hundreds of families find senior care and housing, but it wasn't until she faced the same journey with her own mother and grandmother that she truly understood what was missing.

A full-time working mother of three, Chere found herself overwhelmed by far more than just finding a place for her loved ones to live. There were legal concerns, financial questions, insurance details, medical needs, and real estate decisions — all tangled together, all urgent. Even with her industry experience, she didn't know where to start or what to prioritize first. What she needed was someone compassionate enough to understand the full picture, and knowledgeable enough to create a clear plan.

That experience became the foundation of A Plan For Senior Care. Today, Chere and her team of experienced advisors do exactly what she wished she'd had: they listen to each family's unique story, untangle the complexity, and walk them through every step, from first conversation to a loved one settling safely into the right home.

Meet our team.

Every member of our team has personal experience navigating the senior care system for their own family. It's not something you can teach, it's something you live.

Chere Vought

Founder & Senior Living Advisor

With over 20 years in the senior placement industry, Chere brings both deep expertise and genuine empathy to every family she works with. Having navigated the process personally, she understands the emotional weight of these decisions, and has made it her mission to ensure no family has to face them alone. Her goal for every client: to leave feeling relieved, confident, and empowered.

(949) 313-7965
(949) 842-3039 (cell)
Chere@APlanForSeniorCare.com
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)
RCFE Administrator #6034278740

Barbara Chiono

Senior Living Advisor

Barbara knows firsthand how overwhelming the search for senior care can be. While navigating placements for both her mother and her mother-in-law simultaneously, each with different and urgent needs, she discovered just how much families need a knowledgeable, compassionate guide. That experience led her to A Plan For Senior Care, where she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to every family she serves.

(949) 313-7961
Barbara@APlanForSeniorCare.com
RCFE Administrator #6034271740

Jamie Vought

Senior Living Advisor

Jamie brings years of experience and a deep commitment to helping families find the right care for their loved ones. His passion for this work comes through in every conversation, whether it's the first call or the tenth follow-up.

(949) 201-7775
Jamie@APlanForSeniorCare.com
RCFE Administrator #6068438740

What sets us apart.

20+ years
of experience

Our team brings over two decades of senior placement expertise, and the personal experience of navigating this journey with our own families.

Unbiased guidance

We do not recommend or endorse specific facilities. We give you an appropriate list based on your loved one's specific needs, and we help you evaluate each option on its merits.

A complete plan

Placement is just the beginning. We connect families with attorneys, financial advisors, and other professionals so the full picture including legal, financial, and medical, is addressed.

Types of care we navigate

Our process:

Initial consultation

We listen carefully to understand your loved one's care needs, budget, location preferences, and social priorities.

Your personalized care plan

We evaluate the options and build a clear plan, matched to your loved one's specific situation, with resources for anything beyond placement.

Guided every step of the way

We schedule tours, help with paperwork, and stay with you from first conversation to your loved one settling into their new home.

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"A Plan For Senior Care was truly a beacon of light during a difficult time. They guided us through what felt like overwhelming and uncertain decisions with clarity and care. Their support helped us navigate every step and ultimately led us to the best possible outcome for our loved one's needs."
— Earl & Jeanelle C.

"We felt overwhelmed trying to find the right care, but A Plan For Senior Care made it simple. They understood our needs, handled the research, and guided us every step of the way. Thanks to their support, we found the right place with confidence and peace of mind."
— Tricia D.

"We were so impressed by how knowledgeable Chere Vought is. She answered every question with confidence and truly understood the available senior living options. Her expertise made the process clear and manageable."
— James T.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does A Plan For Senior Care get paid?

A Plan For Senior Care is compensated by the licensed facilities and agencies we represent. Those facilities are prohibited from charging referred individuals more because of our involvement, and we do not solicit, receive, or accept gifts or referral incentives from any facility or agency we work with.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care?

Assisted living communities support seniors who need help with daily activities (meals, medication, personal care) while still maintaining significant independence. Memory care communities are specifically designed for seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive conditions. They have secured environments, specially trained staff, and programming built around cognitive support. We help you understand which is appropriate and when, based on your loved one's current and likely future needs.

How do we know when it's time to consider senior care?

Common signs include difficulty managing medications, increased falls or near-falls, confusion or memory lapses, difficulty preparing meals, neglect of personal hygiene, or social withdrawal. Many families wait longer than they should. The earlier you explore options, the more choices you have. We're always happy to answer a "just checking" call, even if you're not sure care is needed yet.

We're not local to Southern California. Can you still help?

Yes, we assist families throughout California. Many of the adult children we work with live outside of Southern California and are managing this process remotely. We can handle research, phone consultations, and coordination on your behalf. For local tour accompaniment, we assist families in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas, but we work with out-of-area families by phone and email regularly.

Let's talk about your family's situation.

A short call is all it takes to begin. Our advisors are ready to listen.