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Your Local Senior Living Advisor — 100% Free to Families

Choosing senior living is one of the biggest decisions a family makes — and most families are making it for the first time, under pressure, with no map. A senior living advisor is your map: a local expert who knows the communities, the costs, and the questions to ask, and who walks the road with you from first call to move-in day.

  • Free to families
  • Local Long Island advisor
  • 90+ communities toured
Mike McClernon, senior living advisor on Long Island
Mike McClernonCertified dementia care advisor

I’m Mike, and I’ve personally toured more than 90 senior living communities across Long Island and Queens. My guidance costs your family nothing — ever.

Three Steps to the Right Community

  1. 01

    Talk It Through

    One phone call. We cover your loved one’s care needs, personality, location wishes, and finances — and I tell you honestly which options fit.

  2. 02

    Tour Together

    I set up visits at the communities worth seeing and come with you. I know what to look for behind the lobby — staffing, food, care levels, contracts.

  3. 03

    Move In With Confidence

    I help you compare offers, understand the paperwork, and settle on the right fit — assisted living, memory care, or independent living.

Expert Placement Help at No Cost to You

Families never pay for my service. Like a realtor for senior living, advisors are compensated by the communities when a family finds their home — which means you get an experienced local guide, comparisons across every option, and an advocate in the room, at no cost.

Because I work with communities all across Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens — not for any single one — my only job is finding the place that actually fits your family. Over 1,000 Long Island families have used this free guidance to find assisted living, memory care, and independent living.

Recognition

  • Seniorly Platinum Top Advisor 2025
  • Top Advisor 2024
  • Gold Level Franchisee award
  • Silver Franchisee award

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What families say about Mike

The facilities that Mike showed me were clean and spacious, with a well thought-out layout. Mike is professional and attentive. Very knowledgeable. I highly recommend him
Robert RubinGoogle review
I was taken back in how informative Michael was with assisting me in finding an assistant living Facilityfor my father. I didn’t realize how much I needed help in making this decision. He was kind and caring and knew what questions should be asked and for that I’m so grateful, this is a very emotional time for me and he definitely made it easier.
KrissyGoogle review
Mike was wonderful to work with. As a single mom trying to plan next living arrangements for both of my parents, he made the booking of tours so easy and well coordinated. His many years of experience were shown through his additional questioning and explanations during each tour, making a difficult and overwhelming time much easier. I am grateful for his compassion and guidance and would highly recommend his services.
Marissa ReederGoogle review
Mike has been like a modern day superhero. Helping our family to reduce our fear and stress levels while we figure out a great option for our mother to live a happy and healthy life. He offered keen insights to prepare us for the process, made an array of community recommendations so my mother could see her options, and then stayed in touch with compassion and respect while we discussed next steps. This is a difficult process, but its made so much easier with someone like Mike who loves what he does and makes a positive difference in peoples lives.
Andrew BarrettGoogle review
Mike was very responsive, and most understanding of my situation. He provided much needed information to help in my search.
Nick PappasGoogle review
I'm so glad I had Mike to help me find a place for my mother. He helped narrow the field to places that were best fit for her and helped us understand so many important details throughout our search. It saved me oodles of time and made me feel confident about our decisions.
Barbara BurstGoogle review

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Common questions

Is the service really 100% free for families?

Yes. Families never receive a bill. Communities compensate advisors when a placement happens, the same way sellers pay realtors. You get full guidance either way — even if you decide not to move.

How fast can you help if we need placement right away?

Call me today and we can often be touring communities within a day or two. Urgent placements after a hospital stay or rehab discharge are a big part of what I do.

Do you only cover certain communities?

No — I work across all of Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Queens, and I’ve personally toured over 90 communities. Recommendations are based on your needs, not any list.

What if we’re not sure what level of care is needed?

That’s exactly what the first call is for. We’ll talk through daily needs, memory concerns, and finances, and I’ll explain whether assisted living, memory care, or independent living fits — in plain English.

Talk it through with Mike

Tell Mike a little about your situation. He replies personally, and his help is free to families.

  • (516) 254-9481
  • 42 Prospect Ave, Glen Cove, NY 11542
  • Free to families, always

    Call Mike for free help