I thank you from the bottom of my heart!  [This assisted living community] is such a good place for Mother.  She is surrounded by her own things and supported by a wonderful team of caregivers.  We especially like the smaller community.  It provides so many services that other places charge for--what a bonus!

--Vickie M., AZ

We really wanted to say a BIG Thank You for all your help placing my fiance's grandmother at [this assisted living community].  You were a lifesaver for her, myself, and also her grandson, Tim.  Your kindness and compassion was much needed and you had so much of it to offer.

-- Michelle P. and Tim H., San Diego, CA

This is to thank you for your assistance when we were evicted from where we had lived for 21 years in Hillcrest.  It was horrible, and to think that two honest, God-fearing people like us, in their eighties, would have been thrown out into the street if not for you....I was so frightened and had been praying every day.  We have so little money, and when we lost our apartment we lost our cats, our furniture and almost everything.  Emily and Mitchell Perey are so kind and they spent a lot of time with us and found a wonderful place that is just right....Nobody ever did so much for us and then they didn't even charge us for all their help....        [W]e will be living at [the assisted living community] in a nice studio with a view of the trees and the courtyard, and the food is very good and the people are very nice and friendly.

-- Opal and Joe S., San Diego, CA

...In short, I was very impressed with Emily and Dignified Living Choices.  As a daughter, I was pleased that Emily cared about my Dad and helped him.  As a professor of developmental psychology with a speciality in gerontology, I was impressed with Emily's ability to relate to an older person who was suffering from dementia.  She really has a gift!

-- Janina M. Jolley, Ph.D., Clarion University of Pennsylvania

I appreciate that you took the time to explain our family's different options and the pros and cons associated with each situation.  This has been a very difficult and confusing time and we were glad to finally find someone willing to calm our fears.  Thank you again, you have been a great resource.

-- Joanne O., Silver City, NM

I was very surprised at the amount of time and effort that you both put into helping us, because these days no one seems to care about helping other human beings when they are in a time of need.  But you did.  And you both did it with so much compassion.  From the initial meeting, until the final recommendations, I received the utmost of service and care and I really appreciated it....Your name says it all:  Dignified Living Choices.  You live up to it, while going above and beyond the call of duty.

-- Sydney LeBlanc, Carlsbad, CA

Add me to your long list of testimonials.  Your extensive knowledge of the elder-care territory in San Diego proved invaluable during our search.  Your professionalism extended to "negotiating" the best price on my behalf.  Your extraordinary care calmed my initial panic when I first began searching for an "immediate" living alternative.  You two are precious community assets.  Thank you!

-- Scott Winterbottom, San Diego, CA

Your small intimate service restored my family to knowing that there was a place for loving dignified care and a peaceful rest for my family's broken heart with human nature and the insensitive selfish care in the nursing home system.  Not only did you show kindness to us as a family in our need to help our loving mother.  You searched for the perfect person to care for her....You are angels' breath in a sea of greed and false compassion....

-- Scott Beaty, Cambridge, MA

As usual you have been very helpful and it warms my heart to know that there are still people like you offering such understanding and knowledge to those in need....Thank you so much for being there.  My father was also one of those people (like yourself) who during his lifetime gave so much to help others.

-- I. Sayre

When I awoke this morning I was not looking forward to the day, for this was the beginning of the search for a facility where my mother could live out the remainder of her life....The second stop took us to a place that my husband and I felt would be perfect for my mom.  I can't tell you how much of a relief it was to know that she would be in a facility that would not just meet her needs but one that is warm and loving.  You have made a difficult situation turn into something very positive and one that greatly relieves my mind about the care she will receive.  Thank you so much for caring and helping me find this place for her.

-- Peggy H., San Diego, CA

I want to thank you for coming to our rescue....We felt at a loss for knowledge of how to handle the situation....The manner in which you conducted the business of offering us referrals (which you could personally recommend) was refreshing, in-depth, professional and yet very personal.  At a critical time in our family's life, our experience of your fine service made the difference to what had begun to be a horror story....To say Thank You just isn't enough.  Our whole family is truly grateful.

-- Faith White and Josie Harding, Telluride, CO

How wonderful it was for you to help me find a place for my Mom to live.  When the doctors said she could no longer live alone, I didn't know where to turn....You were so speedy in lining up places for me to look at.  We had the place arranged in time for her release from the hospital....With your help, you took such a burden off of me.  I was dreading searching for a place for Mom and you made it so easy for me.  I can never tell you how much I appreciate it.  You and your business are just so wonderful.

-- Eileen J.

I wanted to again thank you for your assistance in placing my 90 year old Mother in a wonderful facility.  I called you at the beginning of May with the news that the assisted living facility had just given me 30 days' notice to move her.  Their recommendation was a skilled nursing center.  This meant that the cost would double....My Grandmother was in one before she died and I remember how she just existed and it truly broke her spirit.  I did not know where to turn and the place she was in had no suggestions at all....You told me that I necessarily did not have to put her in a skilled nursing center, that there were places which could give her the extra care she needed above what the assisted living place was giving her.  One Saturday you took me to look at a place that you felt would be ideal.  That was the only place we looked at that day because it was perfect....You were truly my guardian angel in regards to this crisis in my life.

-- Linda A., Chula Vista, CA

I want to express my genuine thanks to you and your organization for the prompt assistance afforded to my mother in her placement into proper care....After being discharged from [the hospital] and being transferred into [a nursing home], her overall mental and physical well being had deteriorated due to what I feel is the lack of care, attention and over-medication in the nursing home....I had spent countless hours searching for an alternative care facility, and had been in contact with many of the regional referral services in the San DIego area with very little or no positive results....Just when my hope of her being given a new chance to live out the remainder of her life in a caring and peaceful home was dimming, it was indeed uplifting to have happened across your website.  I have to admit, however, at first I was skeptical as to the result of sending an inquiry in light of my previous attempts.  I want you to know your organization should set a standard for others to follow.  Your compassion, determination and interest in human life and the well being of an elderly stranger was, to say the very least, refreshing, very appreciated and uncommon in this era.  After only two days since our initial contact, my mother will be looking forward to her future, and once again living in a caring and nurturing environment.  You have done wonders for her and our family, and will not soon be forgotten.

-- Mike Johnson, San Diego, CA

I am finding it very difficult to find the words to thank you for the kindness you have shown towards my son, Ralph.  I don't know what I would have done without your assistance.  Please accept my sincerest thanks.

-- Charlotte

It was great to talk with you tonight.  I can't even begin to tell you what a huge relief it is to be able to connect with you and know I can set up a safety network for my parents.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.

-- Ellen S., Pittsburg, PA

My main purpose in writing to you is to thank you for all you have done for my father.  You placed him in [an assisted living community], which has been nothing short of a miracle for us.  Dad had been sick for the last couple of years and he refused my help....He was living in filth without a phone, would not answer his door and was wandering.  He spent most of his time completely in a fog....At [the assisted living community] Dad has gotten his own life back....he now has friends and activities to keep his mind active.  He has good food, a doctor and dentist who see him regularly, and medications that help him tremendously....I feel that he has gone back in time five years.  My father came to visit us last week and I was amazed at the change in him....He had his sense of humor back and enjoyed telling me his many stories about his past....I realize that the time we have with my father is limited, but one thing we have been blessed with is more time.  My boys and I will enjoy each day we have with Grandpa, and we thank God for each precious moment given back to us.  Bless you, and thank you again, so very much.

-- Juliet B., Westchester, CA

Words can't express my gratitude for all you have done for me and Bob -- it's so good to know that there are still caring, thoughtful people around.  Many, many thanks.

-- Bette K., San Diego, CA

I wanted to thank you for all the help you gave to my family with our search for the best home for my father.  I am so thankful that we found you!  You saved us hours and hours of legwork and you knew the right words to help us through this very difficult process....I don't know if you remember my first call to you, but it made a huge impression on me...you asked me to call you back that afternoon because you were driving in the rainstorm to check on a client....It had been pouring rain all night and day and you were concerned about him since he hadn't answered your phone calls that morning.  So you took it upon yourself to go to his home to see if he was all right.  I thought to myself, that is such a caring attitude.  This lady isn't just doing a job, but she truly cares about the people she is serving.  I knew then that you would be the one to help my family....

-- Lois H., Las Vegas, NV

It was absolutely lovely talking to you earlier this week.  I felt like you were a friend I had known for years.  You are blessed with a sensitive and caring manner.  I thank you for that....Bless you and your husband for all that you do for us out in the community.

-- Angelica T., El Cajon, CA

Thank you so much for all your time and attention last month as I searched for a new living facility for my mom.  I cannot begin to tell you how much stress you alleviated during this time.  It was good to have a second pair of eyes and a second person asking the important questions at the Assisted Living facilities.  With so many choices and facilities to choose from in San Diego County, it was good to have you help me distinguish which facilities were appropriate for mom.  Thank you also for driving.  I was emotionally drained from the experience of mom's hospitalization that even your driving to the places really helped conserve my energies for the important decisions.  I think you presented a nice balance between giving me information and your opinion yet allowing me to make the final decision.  It has been a couple of weeks since mom has been at [the assisted living facility], and I am very pleased with our choice.  It has truly been the best choice for our family....

-- Lisa D., San Diego, CA

Words can't express my gratitude for all you have done for me and Bob -- it's so good to know that there are still caring, thoughtful people around.  Many, many thanks.

-- Bette K., San Diego, CA

I had made numerous phone calls to get information and advice for my aging father-in-law.  It was physically and emotionally draining.  And then I was given the number for Dignified Living Choices.  When I heard Mitchell's voice on the other end of the line, I began to relax for the first time in weeks.  I could hear caring in his voice, and he said he could help.  He kept his promise.  He was an amazing help, in so many ways.  He worked to get me a place that we could afford for my father-in-law, and also helped with information on getting his prescriptions cheaper.  I knew that his primary agenda was to help.  Most of the other people I had talked to had discouraged me and the information was perfunctory and of little use.  But Mitchell talked from his heart, and the agenda was service, not money.  Dignified Living Choices is an amazing organization.  It is not often in everyday life that I see people of this caliber.  They are of the highest integrity and performing a remarkable service.  Thank you, Dignified Living Choices, from my heart.

-- Barbara E., Escondido, CA

Just dropping you a big "THANKS" for your help with facts and family peace of mind.

-- Barry and Phyllis T., San Diego, CA 

My mother had been a resident of a Residential Care Facility in Los Angeles County for over seven years.  Recently it became necessary to move her to the San Diego area.  I had no idea how to even start looking for a new home for her....There really wasn't any resource that could provide "one-stop shopping."  Then I came across the number for Dignified Living Choices and decided to give them a call.  Emily Perey was a godsend.  Not only did she have an extensive knowledge of facilities in the area, her expertise extended into many other aspects of elder care.  She worked hard in finding just the right type of homes to fit my mother's particular needs and was tenacious in helping us to screen the different facilities.  I would highly recommend Dignified Living Choices and especially Emily Perey for anyone that needs a true advocate in helping them find a new home for their loved one.

-- Mike Fairman, Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Words can't express our appreciation for all of your hard work you have put into getting Dad and [our stepmother] squared away, also your wonderful taxi service and friendship.

-- Ann S. and Nancy B., Sonoma, CA

I want to thank you for all the information you provided to me concerning both my parents, and for your deep understanding and much needed support....I cannot thank you enough for helping me cope with all this, so I can begin to understand what to do to help my step-dad and keep my mom safe.....They have both been living with me for over five years now, and I thought I could handle their needs, but this is beyond my capabilities.  I was feeling so low and depressed myself that when you called me back, I almost didn't answer the phone.  But, thank goodness I did, as you brought sanity and hope into my life!  Your consultation has given me some avenues to explore, and a wonderful feeling that YOU DO UNDERSTAND.  I cannot thank you enough for your skilled and thoughtful advice, as I try to deal with all this....

-- Nina L., Carlsbad, CA

Your help has been invaluable.  Mother seems to be fitting in at [the residential care home].  The owners are lovely people and I feel Mother is receiving the best of care.  Like you said, it is much better than a "Nursing Home."  Thank you so very much.

-- Elizabeth H., Chula Vista, CA

I am writing this letter to express my appreciation of Mr. Mitchell Perey.  I contacted Mr. Perey regarding placement of my mother in a residential care facility.  Mr. Perey was most attentive of my needs and concerns regarding my mother's placement.  He spent a considerable amount of time on the telephone with me, showing much compassion and offering significant advice.  I feel that he was sincerely interested in the welfare and best interest of my mother and myself as well.  I very much appreciated his assistance....I would highly recommend Mitchell Perey and Dignified Living Choices to anyone going through the difficult process of placing a loved one in a care facility.

-- Linda D.

I wanted to thank you so much for all your support given to me while going through difficult decisions with my mother who has Alzheimer's.  Your expertise, knowledge, advice and support have been very much appreciated.  You have been the only person who has truly cared from the heart.  May God bless you in all you do.  Thank you again for being such a blessing.

-- Alaina H.

Thank you for all of the help you provided when we had to move our aunt and uncle....We have no idea how we could have made such an appropriate selection without your help....Their psychiatrist's office recommended you as a resource.  That recommendation was the best thing that has happened to us since Richard took over their affairs.  After getting the referral, we checked you out with the BBB and anyone else we could think of.  You record is impeccable....By the time we got to San Diego you had screened to find suitable, available choices for us.  We were impressed by your breadth of knowledge of the field and your involvement with the many oversight agencies for seniors.  The day after we arrived you picked us up and took us to visit three places....The following day you took us back to the place we were considering.  When we made our choice you recommended a mover for their furniture and a transportation company to move them....There is no way to express our gratitude for everything you did.  You were with us every step ;of the way.  Your expertise and caring eased the difficult job.  We are convinced that we made the right choice and could not have done it without you.  Thank you again.

-- Richard and Irene S., St. Louis, MO

We are absolutely thrilled by [the administrator] and her lovely home.  My mother-in-law is so content and loved.  We feel so comfortable that she is safe.  THANK YOU!!!!!!

-- Jeanne P. and Bob M., San Diego, CA

Your generosity of time and spirit are priceless.  I appreciate the time you took today to help me wade through the ongoing sea of information I need for my mother's care.

-- Toni T., La Jolla, CA

In my search for acceptable housing for my Uncle Arturo S. I was at the end of my rope.  I had been searching daily for about a month, making calls, visiting locations with nothing ever working out.  My Uncle was staying at [a nursing home] and we were provided housing lists by the social worker there.  They were either disconnected phone numbers, didn't return my call, didn't accept men, mental care facilities, two to three year waiting lists, not in an acceptable location.  It was one dead end after another.  One day my uncle called his Ombudsman and was provided with the phone number for Dignified Living Choices.  I reluctantly called it thinking it would only be one more dead end.  It was my lucky day when Emily Perey answered the phone....All it took was that one call to Emily to begin the process of putting our family's fears to rest by finding some peace and security for my Uncle.  Four days later my Uncle is now moved in and looking forward to beginning a new phase of his life....Your number should be the first piece of information that is given to a family in search of senior housing.  If I had not received your number, I don't know what we would have done.

--Darlene R., El Cajon and Arturo S., San Diego  

Thanks so much for all your assistance with Mom.  Your experience and knowledge was so helpful to me.  Mom seems much happier already and I'm confident she will settle in quickly....You provided us with such a valuable service and support.  Thank you for steering us in the right direction.

-- Nancy M., San Diego, CA

Just a note to say Thank You again for your help in finding a place for Mom and Dad.  They are doing quite well at [the assisted living community]....They ARE better off there.  Interestingly, Mitchell, it's my Dad who loves it.  He loves the food, loves watching "all the OLD people," enjoys reading the paper....Bob and I are really happy with everyone there -- all the help are great.  So thank you again!!

-- Betty I., San Diego, CA

I just want to thank Mitchell so very much for helping me find a placement for my father.  I'm hoping with all hope that this is the place for him:  it looks so perfect, and they were able to get us a room.  I just can't tell you how much this means to me, as I've been trying to assist my father for three years.  Again, I just want to thank Mitchell for his help and I so much appreciate that.

-- Cindy T.

Recently I contacted Dignified Living Choices, while looking for a nursing facility for my brother.  Being from Florida I had no idea where to start looking for a nursing facility in California.  I filled out an e-mail request, for help, on the Dignified Living Choices web site.  That day I received a call from Mr. Mitchell Perey at Dignified Living Choices.  After a short time we determined that Dignified Living Choices could not help place by brother.  Nevertheless Mitchell dug into his list of contacts and in less than two days provided me with the names and phone numbers of three agencies I could contact to get the help I needed....For an organization that was not able to help me, Dignified Living Choices provided caring, information and help, far beyond anything I had hoped for.

-- Dennis S., Palm Beach County, FL

The two of you are remarkable people to ascribe to such compassionate and high ethical standards.  You are what caregivers dream about as they seek some help in their sometimes sad and lonely worlds.

-- Nancy D., San Diego, CA

So many times I've asked for your help, and you've never failed me.  This time, seeing us in a dangerous situation, you have done absolutely everything you could find to help solve the problem.  And, thanks to you, there is no longer a problem.  I honestly don't know what we would have done without your help.  You want way far out of your way to help all of us.  You've located other agencies to help.  You've worked on your time off.  You've talked others into helping us.  What haven't you done?  You've never shown impatience with us.  And you've never been unkind.  "Thank you" sounds so impotent.  But it's all we have to give you -- that and our thanks to God for putting us in your hands.

-- Roberta W. and Robert T., Chula Vista, CA

Words cannot express our gratefulness for your kind attention in meeting V.'s care needs...You are so appreciated.

-- Cheri M., San Diego, CA

Thank you so much for helping my brother find a safe and nurturing place to live.  He enjoyed your company and the information that you provided him.  My brother was impressed with your professional attitude, and willingness to help him.  You have valuable information about the many different residential care facilities in the San Diego area.  You were able to match my brother's needs with a living facility that he liked.  Your service is priceless, and your additional contacts throughout San Diego helped to make his move easier than I imagined.

-- Mary F., Solana Beach, CA

Mitchell Perey is my advocate at Dignified Living Choices, Inc., a service for the "aged."  He is an extremely kind, considerate and patient man.  We visited 5 or 6 residential care homes.  Eventually I chose the one best suited to me.  At no time did I feel pressured.  He exceeded my expectations.  Thank you Mitchell Perey and God bless you.

Jean M., San Diego, CA

I wanted to let you know what an absolute pleasure it was to work with you!  You were so helpful and kind it made the transition for Charles a breeze.  I also appreciate your support and all the information you provided, thank you!

-- Tina L., San Diego, CA

We're very happy with the placement at [the residential care home].  We like the fact that [the owners] are nurses.  We especially like the fact that they are not managing other homes and are able to be personally involved with the care at the home.  The staff are very kind and compassionate and they all are trying very hard to make it a good transition for [my father-in-law].  Thanks for the referral.

-- Chris A., Chula Vista, CA

I wanted to write and thank you for all your support, help and advice during my recent search into finding an assisted living home for my mother.  It's such a difficult time, facing the fact that a parent can no longer manage on their own, but you were always there each step of the way; and I can't tell you how much I appreciated the timely manner in which you always returned my phone calls.  Thanks to your assistance, my mother is now living in a wonderful home, owned by two very caring and warm people....I can't tell you what a relief it is knowing that she is being well taken care of, and that someone is always there in case she requires help.  My family and I are delighted that she is close by and we can see her often.  Once again, your assistance has been invaluable, and I would highly recommend your company to anyone who is interested in having concerned, caring people help them find a home for their loved one.

-- Christine L., El Cajon, CA

I have been so blessed to have you working so hard for me since last August.  I am so amazed how hard you work for people...Again, thank you.

-- Marcia M., San Diego, CA

Thank you!  Finding a place that made me comfortable and seemed right for my husband, something I never expected or wanted to do, was hard.  Your calm help was a tremendous service.

-- Greta H., San Diego, CA

Thanks so much for your help.  I'll always refer to you whenever anyone needs help because you're excellent.

-- Pam L., San Diego, CA