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Helping you give your loved ones the care they need.

How we can help

Family caregivers know…

being a caregiver for a senior or an adult with a disability is often overwhelming –

especially when combined with the responsibilities of working full-time and raising children.

 

Transitions of Care

Aging Life Care Management

Consultations

We’re here to help

As Geriatric Care Managers for individual seniors in Alexandria, Fairfax County and Northern Virginia, we bring knowledge, expertise and solutions to each caregiving challenge. Specializing in managing care for seniors, Senior Care Management Services is committed to guiding caregiving families through the caregiving process, and helpin gseniors maintain their independence and highest level of functioning.

If you would like more information, or if you are a caregiver needing additional guidance and support of a professional, call us at 703-329-0900, or follow this link. We look forward to helping you with these challenges.

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