A3 Placement matches seniors with the independent living, assisted living, memory care or residential care home that fits their needs, budget and personality. Led by Phylicia Smith, a licensed RCFE administrator, we walk beside your family from the first call to move-in day.
Maybe it was a fall, a worrying phone call, or a doctor's visit that ended with more questions than answers. Maybe you've been the caregiver for a long time and you're running on empty. Wherever you're starting from, the search for senior living can feel overwhelming and urgent. That's exactly the moment we're here for.
Families often reach out after:
The right setting depends on health, memory, independence and personality, not just a checklist. We help you understand each option and find the one that fits.
Private apartments or cottages with meals, housekeeping, transportation and a full calendar of activities, for seniors who don't need hands-on care.
Often a fit whenYour loved one is mostly independent, but tired of keeping up a house or eating alone.
Apartment-style living with trained staff on hand around the clock to help with bathing, dressing, medications and getting around, plus dining and activities.
Often a fit whenDaily tasks have become harder, but privacy and a social life still matter.
Secure, calm residences for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementias, with specially trained staff, structured days and layouts that reduce confusion.
Often a fit whenWandering, confusion or safety worries mean home, or standard assisted living, is no longer enough.
Licensed homes (RCFEs) in ordinary neighborhoods that care for a small group of residents, often with more one-on-one attention and a family feel.
Often a fit whenSignificant hands-on care is needed, and a quiet, home-like setting would feel better than a large community.
Furnished stays of a few weeks to a month, for recovery after an illness, a caregiver's break, or a trial run before a longer move.
Often a fit whenA family caregiver needs rest, or you'd like to try community life before committing.
When a hospital or rehab stay ends and home isn't safe yet, we work with discharge planners to find a setting that can follow the care plan.
Often a fit whenA discharge date is set and your family needs options in days, not weeks.
Check anything that sounds like your loved one today. You'll see a starting point right away, and Phylicia confirms the fit with you during a free assessment.
The three words on our card are the way we work. One advisor, a clear process, and a family that always knows what comes next.
Tell us what's changed. We listen first, to health and mobility, memory, routines, budget, preferred areas and what makes your loved one feel at home.
We meet in person or by video and review medical needs and daily routines, often alongside doctors' notes or discharge papers, to pin down the level of care that truly fits.
We match needs, budget and location against communities in the areas you prefer, and explain the tradeoffs of each in care, cost and culture.
We help schedule visits and prepare you with what families don't always know to ask: overnight staffing, how care fees rise, and what happens if needs change.
We help you compare agreements, coordinate physician forms and assessments, and plan move-in day so nothing falls through the cracks.
We follow up after the move to make sure the fit is right, and we're a phone call away if needs change down the road.
Senior Living Referral SpecialistLicensed RCFE Administrator
Phylicia guides families through one of life's hardest decisions with patience and plain answers. She holds an RCFE administrator license, the certification required to run a residential care facility for the elderly, so she knows the rules, the paperwork and the questions that matter when you're comparing care.
When you call A3 Placement, you talk with Phylicia, and she stays with your family from the first conversation to move-in day.
Choosing where a parent or spouse will live is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. It deserves more than a search result.
Our fee is paid by the community your family chooses. You'll never receive a bill from us.
Phylicia is a licensed RCFE administrator, so she understands the standards residential care is held to.
The person who takes your first call is the person who checks in after the move. No call centers, no hand-offs.
Independent living, assisted living, memory care and residential care homes, explained side by side so you can compare with confidence.
We explain monthly rates, care-level fees and move-in costs up front, and point you toward help like long-term care insurance and VA Aid & Attendance benefits.
If a community isn't right, or if staying home with in-home support is the better answer, we'll tell you.
Many families start with a search engine and end up sorting through hundreds of listings on their own. Here's what changes when you work with us instead.
| Topic | A3 Placement | Typical online directory |
|---|---|---|
| Who you talk to | Phylicia, your dedicated advisor | Whoever picks up at a call center |
| Recommendations | A short list matched to needs, budget and location | Search results and filters |
| Cost questions | Explained up front, in plain language | Figure it out yourself |
| After move-in | We follow up | The file is closed |
Don't see yours? Call Phylicia. There's no such thing as a question too small.
Yes. A3 Placement is paid a referral fee by the senior living community after a move-in, much like a real estate agent paid by the seller. You'll never receive a bill from us, and the monthly rate you pay the community is the same whether or not you use our service.
RCFE stands for Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. It's the licensed category that covers most assisted living communities and residential care homes. An RCFE administrator is certified to run one, which is why Phylicia knows what to look for when families compare their options.
Many families call when a decision can't wait, such as an upcoming hospital discharge. Tell us your timeline on the first call, and we'll plan around it. When there's more time, we move at your family's pace.
Both provide help with daily activities and staff around the clock. Assisted living communities are larger, with private apartments, dining rooms and a full activity calendar. Residential care homes are licensed homes in regular neighborhoods caring for a small group of residents, often with more one-on-one attention and sometimes a lower monthly cost.
This is one of the most common things we hear, and it's completely normal. We can talk with your loved one directly, answer their questions and arrange low-pressure visits. Many seniors feel differently after a lunch or an afternoon at a community. Their voice is always part of the decision.
Yes. Discharge planners, case managers and social workers can refer a patient to us directly. We coordinate with the care team so the new setting is ready for the needs listed in the discharge plan.
Tell us a little about your situation. Phylicia will listen, answer questions and explain your options. It's free, with no obligation.