When grandparents, parents and children lived under the same roof is history, and now Dr. Sauder (a UCLA trained Geriatrician) encounters the modern family. The older family member or couple who want to stay at home for as long as possible either independently or with the best possible help. 
The other side is the younger family member, either sibling or relative, who will act as the surrogate and off site caregiver. This is not only rewarding but also challenging given today’s separate living conditions. That is why the doctor and her volunteers created the virtual senior care specialist.
But first, we also created the profile below that typifies those who benefit from Together Helping Seniors. These characteristics serve as the cornerstones upon which we implement a systematic approach. Thus the older adults, the younger responsible party and the virtual senior care specialist, can together move in the same direction. In fact, we sincerely believe that it is the best way given the various options in senior living.
The premises upon which our model excels are:
For the senior…
You want to live at home independently or with the best possible help.
And when the end of the journey comes, you would rather be at home surrounded by family and loved ones.
Aging leads to mind and body changes and less self-sufficiency; there is no escaping that.
You also do not want to be a burden on your adult children and relatives.
For many of you, it is difficult to accept the changes that come with aging.
For the adult children, nieces and nephews
You want to know that your senior parents, aunt or uncle are safe and taken care of.
You are pressed for time given your job and other responsibilities.
You can ill afford the stress that leads to caregiver burnout.
You wish that they would take your advice.
The possible ensuing frustration can lead to heartaches.
You will always be their son or daughter, niece or nephew, that little boy or girl.
You want to avoid any guilt or remorse for doing nothing or the wrong thing.
For both seniors and also their adult children, nieces and nephews…
You do not know the numerous resources which are available.
Are they as reliable as they say they are?
Both of you are afraid of the cost associated with growing old.