My 40+ years of experience and knowledge of care options that families face today enables me to minimize the challenges in making those difficult decisions.
- 40+ years experience
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About Michael Mithen, CDP, CSA, NHA
My 40+ years of experience and knowledge of care options that families face today enables me to minimize the challenges that are inherent in making those difficult care choices. I carefully assess all of my client’s needs, concerns and preferences before recommending appropriate levels of care such as; Independent Living, Assisted Senior Housing, Memory Care or In-Home Care.
How Michael helps families
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First call
A 15–30 minute conversation about your situation, timeline, and budget. Michael listens first, then suggests a starting direction. No commitment.
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Assessment
Together you review care needs, financial fit, location, and family preferences. Michael narrows the directory down to a shortlist of 3–4 communities that match.
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Tours
Michael arranges and accompanies you to tours, asks the right questions on your behalf, and shares notes after each visit so you can compare cleanly.
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Move-in support
When you choose a community, Michael coordinates paperwork, communicates with the property, and stays available through the transition and the first few weeks after.
Specializations
- Assisted Living
Daily help with bathing, dressing, medication, and meals while maintaining independence.
- Memory Care
Secure community designed for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia, with specialized staff.
- Independent Living
Active retirement living with amenities, social activities, and optional dining and housekeeping.
- Skilled Nursing
24-hour medical care from licensed nurses for complex health needs and recovery.
Service areas
Michael serves families across these counties.
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Credentials
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)
Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)
Certified Assisted Living Administrator / Administrator license
Communities Michael Can Help With
Beehive Homes of Oxford
Oxford, MI
Starting at $4990/mo
Independence Village of New Hudson
Lyon Township, MI
Starting at $3800/mo
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Frequently asked questions
What does a senior living advisor do?
Michael helps families compare senior living options, schedule and walk through tours, understand pricing and what's included, and coordinate the move into the right community. The service is local, free to families, and tailored to the situation. No national call center.
Is your service really free?
Yes. Families pay nothing. No consultation fee, no sign-up fee, no ongoing charge. Pricing at the community is the same whether you reach out directly or work with Michael.
How quickly will I hear back?
Michael aims to return calls and emails the same business day. Messages left after hours are returned the next morning. For urgent hospital-discharge timelines, Michael can typically meet a 48-hour shortlist turnaround.
What if I don't live in the same state as my parent?
Out-of-state families are common. Michael coordinates fully by phone, email, and video, including walk-through tours with whichever family member can be present. Decision conversations include everyone you want involved.
Do you help with Medicaid?
Yes. Many senior living communities accept Medicaid. Michael can walk through eligibility, the typical timeline, and which communities have current Medicaid openings. Medicaid bed availability moves week to week, so timing matters.
What care types do you help place?
Assisted living, memory care, independent living, and skilled care. If your loved one's needs sit between categories, Michael will talk through what's realistic, what each license actually covers, and what fits the household.
Free tools
Before you call
Two free tools that make the first conversation more productive.
What level of care does your loved one need?
A 10-question quiz tailored by senior-living advisors. Get a personalized care-level recommendation, a monthly budget for your zip code, and a shortlist of matching communities near you — instantly.
Take the AssessmentHow much does senior care cost?
Compare assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing homes, and in-home care — calibrated to your zip code. See what's included, how it's paid, and what 10–20 years of care will cost.
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