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www.thecareguide.com • 7 CHOOSING A PROVIDER consult with a financial planner to help you determine what can be afforded. YOU'RE holding in your hands the most comprehensive evaluation tool available today. Start by referring to the defini- tions for the various housing and service options available to you on page 10 and go to the section of The Care Guide that most closely matches the individual's needs while trying to accommodate as many of their "wants" as possible. Read each of the listing descriptions and check the map on page 12 to see where they are located. You can also visit us online at TheCareGuide.com to see if further information is available on the housing or service options of interest. In most cases, you will find additional facts about the services and amenities offered. Some providers also include making the right choice Step2 Evaluate your options pictures and virtual tours to give you a better perception of what they have to offer. You can also request that additional information be sent directly to you. TALK at length to the service coordina- tors or admissions personnel at those that best match your criteria to further evaluate their ability to address your current and future needs. SCHEDULE a visit to meet with the front-line care support workers or tour the residences of choice. In fact, we recommend that you visit with several residences or service providers. Use the Residence Checklist on page 34 to keep notes and compare residences being considered. By systematically evaluat- ing your top candidates, you can compare the strengths and weaknesses of each. Go to TheCareGuide.com for helpful tips to make your search successful, guidance in asking the right questions and a wealth of additional insights. Step3 Last but not least, meet with your top candidates.